Understanding Generative AI
This online self-access module begins by looking at what generative artificial intelligence (AI) is, for example, ChatGPT, DALL-E and MuseNet. An exploration of how AI works then follows, with a focus on large language models.
The final section of the module considers some of the ethical dilemmas raised by the use of generative AI in university, along with strategies that you can adopt to address these and some of the broader implications for different subject disciplines.
The module is highly interactive, with quizzes, matching tasks, videos and signposting to further research and literature. It provides essential knowledge about generative AI that every member of academic teaching staff should be aware of. Please note:
- You will need to be logged into Blackboard before selecting the self-enrol button.
- This module can be found in the Learning, Teaching and Assessment Practices section.
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Introduction to Academic Advising
This online, self-access module is for members of staff who are Academic Advisers.
The module begins by describing the remit and role of the Academic Adviser (AA), including its position in the ‘student support triangle’. It then goes on to consider approaches to academic advising and looks at when to refer a student for additional support. The boundaries of the role are examined, as well as how to use learning analytics to track your students’ progress. Further resources to support you in the role are also signposted. The module is interactive throughout, with quizzes and scenarios, videos, and infographics. Please note:
- You will need to be logged into Blackboard before selecting the self-enrol button.
- This module can be found in the Student Support section.
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Introduction to Student Support at Hallam
This online, self-access module is for all teaching staff at Hallam. It aims to improve the confidence of staff in knowing where to refer students to if they need support.
Update 14/06/24: Given the recently announced changes to Professional Services we have unfortunately had to take the decision to pause the release of this module, probably until Phase Two of the Academic Induction Framework as we are not clear at this stage what changes there might be to the Student Support structures. We don’t want to release information about central services that may well be out of date in two months. However, we do have our Introduction to Academic Advising online module (as above) that covers relevant information in the student support space that will retain currency.
You are still welcome to register your interest though!
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Enabling Students to Reflect on their Learning
This online, self-access module looks at what it means to reflect on one’s learning, why these matters and what you can do as a member of academic teaching staff to support your students through this process.
It begins with a reflective exercise to introduce the concept of ‘meta-learning’, and outlines some case studies of students, followed by a task. The module shares strategies to use in teaching to support students to engage with meta-learning, and there is a useful ‘Frequently Asked Questions’ section at the end. The aim is to enable you to develop your students to become autonomous learners, taking responsibility for their learning both at university and beyond.
Please note:
- You will need to be logged into Blackboard before selecting the self-enrol button.
- This module can be found in the Student Support section.
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