The use of Breakout Rooms for conducting group activities during a live session.

The object based learning initiative is a student engagement activity to bring applied learning into the classroom. The technique involves taking objects into the classroom and using them as a focal point for teaching and learning

This initiative is based on an internationally accredited programme that recruits and trains student leaders who are in their second and third years of their course to deliver interactive and engaging sessions to first year students.

David Smith discusses Research Informed Teaching

Working in small, structured teams, students disassemble a small electrical device, study it and reassemble it. Based on Jonathan’s experience in industry they produce professional documentation to emulate a real-world working environment. Team and individual components are assessed and there is a strong focus on making the module as inclusive as possible, for people who can’t attend every session.