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  • In this podcast episode, Kirstin Stuart James an academic and occupational therapist, shares the inspiration for her blog series. She discusses the link between her roles, offering a practical example of curriculum transformation through a pedagogy of occupation. This post belongs to the Hot Topic series: Through the Lens of Occupation↗️Time stamps:

    (2:46) Inspiration behind the blog series and podcast episode

    (4:50) Human occupations, occupational disruption and occupational marginalisation

    (9:41) Framework for pedagogy of education: Links between Health and Education

    (12:09) A practical example of curriculum transformation from the MSc Clinical Education program

    (19:15) Conclusion

    Transcript of the podcast episode↗️.

  • In this episode, Dr Neil Speirs narrates reallife stories depicting the challenging lived experiences of working class students at the University. He is a Widening Participation manager, practitioner and researcher at The University of Edinburgh. This podcast accompanies the July-August Learning & Teaching enhancement theme: Learning and Teaching Conference 2023.

    Transcript of this episode

    Time stamps:

    1:06: Chapter 1: Getting there

    2:19: Chapter 2: Class

    19:00: Chapter 3: Solidarity

    21:49: Chapter 4: Home time

    22:26: Concluding remarks by Neil Speirs

    Music for this episode was provided by Hooksounds.

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  • The fourth and final episode of Generative AI podcast series↗️ features James Stewart, a lecturer at Science, Technology and Innovations studies↗️, The University of Edinburgh. This episode provides a comprehensive exploration of Generative AI, discussing its influence not only in academia but also across industries, and delving into the key players in this dynamic landscape.

    Timestamps:(2:02) Academic integrity and Generative AI

    (4:47) Gen AI as a personal tutor

    (6:03) Broader technical landscape - key players and value chain

    (17:09) Series conclusion: Take home messages

    Transcript of this episode↗️

  • The third episode of Generative AI podcast series↗️ features Lara Dal Molin, a second year PhD student at the Science, Technology and Innovations studies↗️, The University of Edinburgh. Discussing some of the core issues associated with Generative AI technologies, Lara leaves us with a compelling invitation to ponder how we can guide our students in cultivating a responsible relationship with these technologies.

    Timestamps: (1:56) What is the impact of ChatGPT on digital divide?(6:13) What are the skills required for the use of chat GPT? How do you think these skills will impact digital divide?(9:17) What do you think about gender bias within the world of Generative AI? (14:18) How can we benefit from these developments without compromising the safety of the users or data workers?

    Transcript of this episode↗️

  • The second episode of Generative AI podcast series features a conversation between Irene Xi, an MSc student (Sociology and Global change) and Dr Vasileios Galanos, Teaching fellow at the Science, Technology and Innovations department, The University of Edinburgh. Irene brings in a unique student perspective to the current conversations surrounding AI Technology usage.

    Read the accompanying blog post

    Timestamps: (2:00) - How does it feel to be an MSc student at the University of Edinburgh in terms of coursework?

    (5:00) - In terms of marking scale, could you tell us what does a 55%, a 65% 75% mean to you? How does these numbers resonate with you?

    (7:20) - Why would students be tempted to use AI software to help with their essays?

    (10:55) - Have you tried these software at all, what did you see? Are they good, have they got any limitations?

    (13:45) - How do you think MSc students would use these AI technologies in 5 years from now?

    Transcript of this episode

  • The first episode of the Gen AI podcast series features Vasileios Galanos, a teaching fellow at the Science, Technology and Innovations Department, The University of Edinburgh. Vasileios shares interesting insights into word origins, history of Generative AI, the hype of GPTs and the implications and what future holds for this technology.Timestamps:

    (2:11) - What distinguishes generative AI and GPTs in particular from previously existing A.I. technologies?

    (6:22) - What are the effects and the implications of hype for the use of this technology?

    (10:01) - What actually is a GPT and what are the current uses of this technology apart from literally generating text, where can we see this technology?

    (14:27) - How can we expect these technologies to develop and evolve in the future? Where can we see this going?

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  • In this episode, Dr Emily O'Reilly and alumnus Andrew Strankman from the School of Biomedical Sciences continue their excellent discussion on podcasting in education, this time going back to the basics. How do you record a podcast, and why would you want to? What tools would you need to begin podcasting, and what are some production tips worth remembering? And which kind of podcast would most enrich your course's delivery? 

    This is the second in a two-part conversation facilitated by Teaching Matters' Eric Berger. In this short series, Emily and Andrew expand on the 'whys, whats, and hows' of educational podcasting – and digital education more broadly – in light of their recent PTAS-funded research project on podcasting in education.

    2.15 Podcasts as a 'continuum' – podcasts can take many forms (from the informational monologue to the group podcast), but which suits your teaching needs?

    8.52 How does one even begin to make a podcast? Our speakers consider the tricks and tools of the trade.

    17.05 Barriers to entry in podcasting, or their lack thereof: “Just jump in and record”, say Emily and Andrew, “it’s easier than it sounds!”

    24.40 Student responses to podcasting – increasing engagement and sense of interaction

    30.19 What should both teachers and their institutions remember about the use of podcasts in education? Emily and Andrew reflect on embracing trial and error.

    Transcript of the episode is available here.

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  • In this episode, Dr Emily O'Reilly and alumnus Andrew Strankman from the School of Biomedical Sciences introduces us to the specifics of their fascinating project on educational podcasts. This project, funded by the Principal's Teaching Awards Scheme, surveyed a diverse online cohort of students at The University of Edinburgh and their responses to teaching through podcasting. Taking us through the project's origins, methods, results, their discussion attends to how podcasting can revitalise student engagement, and how we might better exchange knowledge in online (and offline) classrooms. 

    This is the first in a two-part conversation between Emily and Andrew, facilitated by Teaching Matters' Eric Berger, which features both researchers reflecting on the 'whys, whats, and hows' of educational podcasting – and digital education more broadly.

    2:00 – Emily and Andrew introduce themselves and their interest in podcasting, particularly in what the podcast form offers their students
    14:41 – Our speakers expand on the particulars of their PTAS project, focusing on the kinds of students they interviewed and the feedback received
    27:00 – The two consider what the 'best' kinds of educational podcasts tend to sound like
    34:35 – Emily and Andrew reflect on podcasts from their perspectives as course organiser and instructor, respectively, mid and post-pandemic
    41:30 – Emily, Andrew, and Eric discuss how podcasts can shake up traditional classroom dynamics between teacher and learner

    Our Decolonising the Curriculum podcast series was referenced in this conversation, which you can find here. 

    Transcript of the episode is available here.

    Music for this episode was provided by Hooksounds.

  • In this episode, we hear from senior lecturers Guy Fletcher at the School of Philosophy and Marc Geddes at the School of Politics, who share good practice by examining the successes and challenges of their student-nominated courses at The University of Edinburgh. This is the third episode of our Teaching Awards series, which features reflective conversations between nominees from the 13th Annual Teaching Awards, held by the Edinburgh University Students' Association. 

    Timestamps:

    1:28 – Guy and Marc introduce themselves and their research topics

    3:30 – The two outline their respective courses, considering in particular ways to make 'dry' concepts more compelling

    9:53 – Guy and Marc assess the way their teaching has evolved over the course of the pandemic

    15:21 – The two speakers discuss what their students were most able to take away from their courses

    21:42 – Our nominees conclude by reflecting on why they believe their courses were nominated for Teaching Awards

    Transcript. Music for this episode was provided by Hooksounds.

  • In this final uncovering UNCOVER podcast episode, Ruth McQuillan and Marshall Dozier both core members of UNCOVER, describe key features of a good evidence review, and provide tips to novice reviewers on how to create a good evidence review. Madhurima Nundy, an UNCOVER Reviewer, shares her experience collaborating with staff in a review team, and what challenges she faced.

    Music in this episode is provided by hooksounds. 

  • In this episode, Neneh Rowa-Dewar UNCOVER’s student-staff liaison, and Thulani Ashcroft and Udani DE Silva both UNCOVER Reviewers, each discuss their roles in UNCOVER. Neneh highlights how students are supported in UNCOVER and how this support benefits students. Thulani and Udani describe how UNCOVER’s resources has benefited them.

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  • In this introduction episode, Nadege Atkins an UNCOVER Reviewer and also co-producer of the  uncovering UNCOVER podcast series, shares her experience as a member of UNCOVER. She discusses what UNCOVER is and how she became involved in UNCOVER.  Nadege also speaks of the benefits and challenges she has faced, and what skills she has developed being a part of UNCOVER.

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  • In this episode, Filip Taneski, a PhD student within the School of Engineering, and Brittany Blankinship, a PhD student in the School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences, share good practice by discussing their nominations for the 2022 Student Tutor of the Year. They discuss the relationship between their research and teaching, how their role as tutor has changed over the last two years, the difficult task of facilitating engagement while teaching in online classrooms, how they’ve adapted their practices in teaching and research the past few years, and much more.

    Timestamps:

    1:20 - Filip and Brittany introduce themselves and their research topics

    3:10 - The two discuss: how have they found this academic year compared to previous academic years?

    9:10 - Filip and Brittany discuss how they've balanced research and teaching during their PhDs

    22:20 - The two finish off by reflecting on some experiences they remember fondly from their time teaching

    Transcript

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  • In this episode, Michael Merlin, a lecturer within the School of Engineering, and Richard Blythe, a professor of Complex Systems in the School of Physics and Astronomy, share good practice by discussing their nominations for the 2022 Personal Tutor of the Year. They begin by discussing: what actually is the role of a personal tutor? Michael mentions it being both “everything and nothing”, while Richard touches on how he views the supportive role.

    Their conversation then expands to cover various aspects of the role.  How has it changed during the pandemic/online learning? How does it interact with teaching and research? What's the relationship between personal tutoring and mentorship? And how did they each respond to their nominations? Throughout the episode, the thought and intentionality Michael and Richard bring to their roles are apparent, making this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in hearing about supportive roles, particularly within academia.

    Timestamps:

    1:15 – Michael and Richard discuss what they consider the role of a personal tutor to be

    2:50 – The two discuss: how has the scope of personal tutoring changed with the advent of virtual learning?

    12:20 – Michael and Richard discuss connecting with students on a personal level, how personal tutoring interacts with their research and teaching, and their responses to their nominations

    Transcript

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  • In this episode, Charlie Farley, the Open Educational Resources advisor at the University's Information Services, and Ewan McAndrew, the University of Edinburgh’s Wikipedian in Residence, discuss the benefits of Media Hopper Create, particularly in regard to the service's ability to create Open Educational Resources (OERs). They discuss how they each use media hopper create, the benefits of open educational resources, why they’re so important (especially in wake of the pandemic), and how media hopper create can benefit potential users.

    Timestamps:

    1:05 - Charlie and Ewan introduce themselves and how they use Media Hopper Create in their work

    4:35 - The duo discusses the benefits of OERs more generally, and how Media Hopper Create is used to create them

    16:10 - Ewan and Charlie conclude by discussing the importance of having a tool like Media Hopper Create during the pandemic, and give their pitches for those considering using the service

    Transcript

    Lego replica of the University of Edinburgh Main Library

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  • In this episode, four University of Edinburgh staff members, Jo Merrifield, Education Programme Manager at the Edinburgh Clinical Research Facility, Michael Gallagher, Programme Director of the MSc in Digital Education, Velda McCune, Deputy Director of the Institute for Academic Development and Brian Mather, Senior E-Learning Developer at the Veterinary school, reconnect to discuss anecdotes from using Media Hopper Create, along with their pitch for prospective users of the service. 

    The episode begins with the participants' stories. Jo discusses a piece of positive feedback she received on a webinar series she cocreated, Michael shares about teaching his next-door neighbor how to use Media Hopper Create, and Velda and Brian touch on the benefits of using it as a collaborative tool. After, they share their pitches for prospective users of Media Hopper Create, touching on its accessibility and the benefits that come from being able to share academic content

    Timestamps:

    0:58 - Participants share their stories from using Media Hopper Create

    8:57 - The group gives their 'pitches' for encouraging people to give Media Hopper Create a try

    Transcript

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  • In this episode, four University of Edinburgh staff members, Jo Merrifield, Education Programme Manager at the Edinburgh Clinical Research Facility, Michael Gallagher, Programme Director of the MSc in Digital Education, Velda McCune, Deputy Director of the Institute for Academic Development and Brian Mather, Senior E-Learning Developer at the Veterinary school, reconnect to discuss the tips, tricks and challenges they've found in using Media Hopper Create.

    The conversation begins with the group discussing tips. They discuss keeping your content short and succinct, taking advantage of a dialogic approach, thinking about what you want to create across before you record and finally involving fellow students and staff in a co-creative model. Their conversation then shifts to the challenges of using Media Hopper Create. How do we ensure the intended audience finds their way to the content? What about those who are uncomfortable recording videos? How does one bring intentionality to whose voices are being heard when editing content? While entertaining these challenges, the group manages to find quite a few silver linings.

    Timestamps:

    1:00 - Participants discuss the greatest 'tips and tricks' they've found in using Media Hopper Create

    9:40 - The group entertains the challenges they've found when using the service, and finds a few silver linings

    Transcript

    Music for this episode was provided by Hooksounds. 

  • In the premiere of our Media Hopper series, four University of Edinburgh staff members, Jo Merrifield, Education Programme Manager at the Edinburgh Clinical Research Facility, Michael Gallagher, Programme Director of the MSc in Digital Education, Velda McCune, Deputy Director of the Institute for Academic Development and Brian Mather, Senior E-Learning Developer at the Veterinary school, connect to discuss how they use Media Hopper in their work.

    Media Hopper Create is the University's Media Asset Management system, which puts video at the heart of teaching, learning, research and public engagement. The quartet's conversation begins with each participant detailing how they use Media Hopper Create in their work, also touching on its usefulness during the pandemic. Among the variety of uses mentioned are lecture recordings, student assessment, student-staff co-creation, creating learning resources, podcasts and research dissemination. The conversation also covers the aspects of Media Hopper Create that the participants particularly appreciate, including its captioning and capacity for inclusivity, accessibility and interoperability.

    Timestamps:

    1:18 - Each participant introduces themself and discusses the ways in which they use Media Hopper Create in their work

    14:15 - The participants discuss which features they find particularly useful, including Media Hopper Create's accessibility and usability

    Transcript: 

    'Media Hopper Create and its many uses' Transcript

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  • In this episode, Ewan McAndrew, the University of Edinburgh's Wikimedian in Residence, is joined by Diana Paton, lecturer at the University of Edinburgh and the William Robertson Chair of History, Lucy Crompton-Reid, Chief Executive of Wikimedia UK, Lucy Parfitt, former President of the University History Society, two history students, Grace King and Siân Davies, and Hannah Rothmann, a former Wikimedia intern and Classics student, to discuss Wikimedia, History how the two topics are interconnected. Particularly, they discuss the Scotland Slavery and Black History Project. This episode is the fifth and final of our Wikimedia Series, which aims to recontextualize Wikimedia's role in academia on its 21st birthday.

    The conversation begins with each participant detailing what drew them to the project and its formulation. They also consider Edward Gibbon's quote, "History is indeed little more than the register of the crimes, follies, and misfortunes of mankind." While the group's conversation revolves around the Scotland Slavery and Black History Project, it often diverges into fascinating territory regarding Wikipedia and History. Is Wikipedia a source, a source aggregator, or both? What role can Wikipedia play in documenting history's ever-changing nature? What kind of conversations follow a project such as this one, and what conversations does it necessitate?

    This link leads to more information about the Scotland Slavery and Black History Project. 

    Timestamps:

    2:00 - Introduction of participants, entertainment of Edward Gibbon's quote, and discussion about the inception of the Scotland Slavery and Black History Project

    13:40 - The participants discuss the 'othering' of Wikipedia, more about the conversations the project necessitated, and whether Wikipedia is a source or a source aggregator

    33:00 - Each participant reflects on the project, detailing what they got out of it and their final thoughts

    Transcript

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  • In this episode, Lucy Crompton-Reid, the Chief Executive of Wikimedia UK, is joined by Linda Bauld, Professor of Public Health, Sarah Lappin, head of the Edinburgh Women in STEM Society, and Áine Kavanagh, a former reproductive biology student at the university, to discuss the underrepresentation of women on Wikipedia pages. This episode is the fourth of our Wikimedia Series, which aims to recontextualize Wikimedia’s role in academia on its 21st birthday.

    The quartet offers a variety of perspectives on why women are underrepresented on Wikipedia and what can be done about it.  They discuss the ‘vicious cycle’ of the media favoring male scientists and how the underrepresentation is not confined to just women. They also discuss: How has the education sector improved in regards to representation of women in STEM? What areas need further improvement? And what is each participant’s call to action? This concise, call-to-action episode is an essential listen for anyone interested in bringing equality to digital spaces and looking to improve the representation of underrepresented groups.

    Timestamps:

    1:27 – Beginning of conversation, each participant answers: ‘Where are the women?’

    5:43 – Are schools and universities doing enough in encouraging girls to pursue STEM careers and supporting them when they do so?

    8:15 – Each participant shares one thing they would encourage the listener to think about differently? What’s their call to action?

    Music provided by Hooksounds.