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Supported Online Learning for Students using Technology for Information and Communication in their Education

Description

SOLSTICE was an innovative method of programme delivery that involved the use of online or blended learning to deliver programmes flexibly.

Contact: John Davey, SOLSTICE Manager

Email: solstice@edgehill.ac.uk

Telephone: 01695 650750

The SOLSTICE method uses expertise in curriculum design and pedagogy, learning technology, application and deployment of multimedia and virtual learning environments, together with professional development for academic and learning support staff.

The main aims of SOLSTICE:

• The further development of SOLSTICE as a method of programme delivery incorporating pedagogic development as a result of continuing evaluative research, and further technological development as new technologies and multimedia applications become available.
• The adoption within Edge Hill of the SOLSTICE method in a wider range of programmes for planned developments of Foundation Degrees, CPD opportunities and MA programmes in all three faculties.
• The sharing of expertise with a larger group of staff within Edge Hill in curriculum design, preparation of online material, and online tutoring and support, building on existing expertise.
• The recognition of excellence by the operation of a human resources strategy combining time relief, financial reward, enhanced access to scholarly activities and titular recognition for development work.
• The sharing of knowledge, expertise and skills with the higher education sector both in the UK and internationally, building on an existing track record of contacts.
• The development of a physical centre as a focus where the new academic team can work together and where staff development and training can be furthered.

Projects:

SOLSTICE supported a range of students studying Foundation Degrees, Continuing Professional Development Programmes and Masters Programmes in the areas of Clinical Education and Teaching and Learning Support.

Characteristics of the SOLSTICE model are:

• Support for students studying online.
• Support for staff engaged in the process of planning, design, and development of online delivery.
• Programmes which are flexible and responsive to the needs of specific groups of learners and which have been conceived in collaboration with employers.

What is being offered to the wider teaching/subject community:

SOLSTICE has been active in external dissemination. Four conferences have been led by Edge Hill, plus seminars and conference presentations.

Organisations / Institutions

Edge Hill University

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