Create dynamic and diverse learning activities

This workshop is designed for educators passionate about creating dynamic and inclusive learning experiences to enhance active engagement from their learners.

We will delve into the art of creating dynamic learning activities that resonate with learner diversity, foster inclusivity, apply effective learning principles, and leverage multimedia technologies to actively engage students. Through a blend of discussions, hands-on activities, and collaborative exercises, participants will leave with practical strategies to revitalise their teaching approaches and make learning a truly engaging adventure.

Learning objectives

In this workshop, you will be supported to:

• address learner diversity with inclusive, logical, learner-centred course content, and activity types

• convert cognitive load, dual coding, and multimedia learning principles into engagement techniques to facilitate active engagement with learning content, fellow learners, and learning outcomes

• integrate teaching techniques and learning technologies to create effective cognitive presence, social presence, and teaching presence.

Workshop topics

• Learner diversity and learning inclusivity

• Cognitive load and multimedia learning principles

• Technological integration for active engagement, including Canvas, H5P, and Miro.

Testimonials

"Great discussions with participants from all over the university." -Participant from Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences.

"Ruby was a great presenter. The discussion within the group was rich. The workshop had many useful resources." -Participant from the School of Education.

"I loved how you put these concepts into practice so we got the experience as learners if we were to use them, but also as learners in this workshop! Great facilitation of discussion and experiences." -Participant from Health Simulation.