Digital Education is a dynamic portfolio of teams within Education Futures that form the nucleus of online learning at UNE and drive the design and delivery of high-quality learning and teaching.
Academic Development
Academic Integrity
Digital Landscapes
Exams and eAssessment
Learning Design
Learning Media
New for T2 – Improved unit “tiles format”
For trimester 2 (and in early preparation for the launch of myLearn for trimester 3 in October) you will see changes to the unit tile images. Background: The current way tiles are displayed was a custom development for UNE some years back. We are keen...
New Feature – Turnitin Similarity Reports on (Essay) Quiz Questions
From Wednesday, 14th June, Turnitin originality reports will be available with quiz essay questions. Reports are available for both text entered in the answer text area and also for uploaded files and, if enabled, will submit the answer to Turnitin...
It’s here: H5P.com
We now hold a licence for the cloud version of H5P, for the creation of interactive learning experiences. The LMS H5P Plugin will be removed in due course, to help the transition to H5P.com What does it mean for me? This means that as a unit coordinator...
Monthly Model – Shiva Nataraja Statuette
The Model - Shiva Nataraja Statuette difficulties with minor movements - MA2006.24.1 This model is a near perfect example of some of the harder aspects of objects to capture, ranging from its darker colouration, metal material, thin figure & moving...
ASCILITE and UNE announce Institutional TELAS program
ASCILITE and UNE are pleased to announce the launch of Institutional TELAS – an institutional accreditation program based on the TELAS Framework. This is an exciting new program to establish a sector-first accreditation for providers of quality online learning.
Exams @ UNE – a full-service support model
UNE has an extensive support model in place for examinations – here’s everything you need to know about what support is available and how to access it, including a new shareable infographic.
Tips for enhancing learner confidence
Learning is a challenging process and a sense of confidence in one’s abilities to succeed is an important aspect of student engagement and success. Confidence can be challenging for any learner transitioning to university. For example: Students...
Maximising student success through Universal Design for Learning (Webinar Recording)
Universal Design for Learning (UDL) focuses on changing the curriculum to enhance reducing barriers and extending opportunities for student learning. In this webinar recording, Dr Nic Dunham of Education Futures provides an introduction to...
Maximising student success through Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is Element 14 of Project Uplift, but what does this mean for you and your teaching? UDL originated from the Centre for Applied Special Technology (CAST), Salem, MA from interest in how to support children with...
Upcoming T1 exams – are you ready?
The Trimester 1 exam event is only three weeks away now, with exams for some disciplines already underway. Thank you to everyone who has ensured their exam was prepared and ‘student ready’ by the deadline of Wed 26th April There are still a number...
Monthly 3D Model – Ushabti photogrammetry
Our second installment of the monthly scan series. This is another great example of 3D media currently being used around the University. This model is a Plaster Worker Ushabti, an example of Egyptian Grave Goods meant to represent workers who would serve the deceased in the next life…
Building the future: Flexible working for a better workforce
Earlier this year, we shared DigEd’s strategy for remote and flexible working. In this post, we look at the strategy in practice and share experiences from DigEd staff that highlight how our approach has enabled us to build a strong and diverse workforce.
Using Rubrics
A marking rubric is a great way to share assessment standards with students and markers. The information needed is provided in an easy-to-follow format with clear information as to expectations for achievement of the given assessment task. If there are...
Tech Tip: Zoom Whiteboards
If you are looking for a collaboration tool to use in meetings or with students, the Zoom Whiteboard is worth considering. While not as fully featured as products like MIRO or Mural, it shares some of their features, including preset templates....
Announcing UNE’s exam supervision partner
UNE recently announced a renewed partnership with ProctorU (and parent company Meazure Learning) to provide online supervision services for examinations – here’s a quick overview of the why, the how and the where to from here.
Announcing UNE’s next-generation learning platform
Following the launch of myLearn as UNE’s next-generation online learning ecosystem last year, we have now announced the foundational platform and partner for myLearn. Find out more about what you can look forward to in the launch of our next-generation ecosystem.
New feature advisory: TurnItIn AI detection tool
Turnitin has developed a new tool for checking for potential AI-generated text. Here’s some key initial information about the tool, how it will be implemented and some initial guidance on its use.
Monthly 3D Model – Homo floresiensis skull
The first in a series showcasing some of the great examples of 3D media currently being used around the University. This model is a simulacra of a simulacra, a model made of a cast made of the original. Apart from being fun, it draws some interesting questions – how far away from the original…
Webinar: Generative AI – Assessment Design
Continuing on from the first webinar in the series, this webinar presented by Aaron Driver of the UNE Business School, provides practical and actionable tips for assessment design that addresses critical questions such as how we might design assessments...
Webinar: Generative AI – A Practical Guide
Whether you're familiar with ChatGPT or not, this webinar will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the tool. Presented by Aaron Driver of the UNE Business School, this webinar provides an overview of generative AI and will help you gain...
Introduction to Atrium – recording of recent introduction session
A recording of the recent Introduction to Atrium session is now viewable using the link below. Watch Introduction to Atrium Timeline 0:00 Introduction 1:53 Getting access to your class 2:40 Dashboard overview 6:40 Student view 8:20 Creating and sending...
Updated: UNE Dark PowerPoint template
After some stress testing from the first year of use — changes have been made to this Media Studios ready PowerPoint Template. Want to try a new PowerPoint template designed for UNE Zoom/MS Teams/Echo Video recordings: Clear, focused, modern (dark mode)...
T1 Exams key dates and information
Here are the key operational dates for T1 Exams you’ll need to know. We also share information on scheduling and design that can help make exams a more effective experience for you and your students.
Special Assessment Uplift project update
Education Futures has been leading the Special Assessment Uplift project to deliver a new system for Special Assessment – here’s an update on what’s been happening and where the project is up to.