Studiosity Blog

Prof Jonathan Powles reflects on the role of universities in modern society, his own academic career path, plus sterling advice for those starting out.

Professor Cliff Allan was joined by Professor Liz Thomas who shared her recent research reports into the impact of Studiosity on the student experience, confidence, wellbeing, access and retention following studies across six UK universities. Also joined by special guest panel.

Professor Cliff Allan talks about what inspired him to enter the academic world and the importance of universities in modern society.

Insights from Clare Marchant of UCAS on generation covid, their thoughts and feelings throughout the pandemic and recommendations for the academic year.

Does it matter where students seek help, or just that they do? Do different students use different types of services, or do they shop around? Is it just the students who would succeed anyway who are accessing these services, or does this support make the difference? Jennifer Lawrence from the University of New England dives into the data, in this part of the 'Students First' Studiosity Symposium web series.

Observations from Professor Cliff Allan and Professor Liz Thomas, on 2019 and 2020 research into the impact of Studiosity on the student experience, as well as participation and persistence. The reports are cross-institutional studies carried out by Liz Thomas Associates, using 2019 data from 11 UK universities.

Neil Mosley, Digital Learning Designer at Cardiff University, presented his challenge to universities to change, think and do things differently, especially in light of the current situation caused by the pandemic, with considerations for universities for the forthcoming academic year.

Prof Philippa Levy, PVC Student Learning at the University of Adelaide, discusses how their traditional university is 'Embracing online' in their support ecosystem.

Gavin Clinch, Head of Online Learning (Student Experience) at IT Sligo shares insights into IT Sligo’s background, their remote teaching response to the emergency COVID-19 situation, the role of their new Online Student Advisors and alternative assessments to invigilated exams.

Sarah Knight discusses the findings of the Jisc digital experience insights survey report with key recommendations on how universities can support an excellent student digital experience.