Learning Technology Enhancement (LTE)

Learning Technology is much broader than just a VLE and incorporates the use of other technologies to improve the learning and teaching experience. The LTE team have much experience in the effective use of technologies such as:

• Web conferencing/chat;
• Digital video/web casts;
• Computer-aided assessment;
• Peer assessment tools;
• Simulations;
• Virtual worlds.

The Learning Technology Enhancement team at Strathclyde is involved with

• Development and implementation of new tools for effective teaching and learning through Myplace;
• Advising/contributing to department committees/working groups on issues relating to the effective use of technologies in learning and teaching;
• Leading user/interest groups within Faculties, to foster partnership working for Learning Technology Enhancement;
• Supporting academic teams in curriculum redesign;
• Develop and lead workshops/training on range of learning technologies, as required within academic departments;
• Identify support needs of academic teams to facilitate innovation in teaching and learning;
• Liaise with other Professional Services to assist in the smooth and effective use of learning technologies within departments;
• Assist course teams in evaluating usage;
• Create supporting resources (e.g. web pages, videos, leaflets, manuals).

The LTE team is responsible for the running of Myplace: the University of Strathclyde's online teaching and learning platform (VLE)

 Visit the Myplace FAQ site for Myplace support.

Contact us by email to learning-technologies@strath.ac.uk