Treasure Island Pedagogies: Episode 42, the one with the Kitenge
In Episode 42, in addition to lightbulb moments, treasure island pedagogies/props and luxury items, our discussion focused on supporting doctoral journeys as supervisors including themes of agency and the transformative power of students taking ownership of their own development, holistic and student-centred approaches; the importance of the pedagogy of care and creating inclusive communities for doctoral education.
Posted on: 23 June 2025
Treasure Island Pedagogies: Episode 41, the one with the Headbands
In episode 41 of Treasure Island Pedagogies, Tünde Varga-Atkins welcomes Hilary Briffa, Luciana Brondi, and Gustavo Espinoza Ramos to share their teaching light bulb moments and creative classroom strategies—from gamified quizzes and drama-based learning to emotional connection and mock trials. They highlight how play, empathy, and student-led engagement foster deeper learning. The episode ends with each guest choosing a luxury item for the island—music, running shoes, and a stand-up comedy guide.
Posted on: 6 June 2025
Treasure Island Pedagogies: Episode 40, the one with the Hammock
In Episode 40, the Treasure Island Pedagogies podcast features insights on postgraduate research supervision, with guests sharing coaching strategies, interdisciplinary tools, and collaborative approaches that support PhD students' growth. From lightbulb moments to luxury items, the episode highlights the balance between guidance and independence in research supervision.
Posted on: 23 May 2025
Level Up Your Learning: Make your Canvas content interactive with H5P!
Boost active learning and engagement with H5P, an easy-to-use tool available in Canvas, for producing interactive learning resources alongside other course materials: quizzes, interactive simulations, revision aids, drag-and-drop activities, virtual tours, interactive videos, eye-catching presentations, and much more.
Posted on: 2 May 2025
Treasure Island Pedagogies: Episode 39, the one with the Twix
In Episode 39, Paul Astles, Sam Saunders, and Yigit Oezcelik shared their teaching treasures—from climate action pedagogy, Twix-inspired teaching of theory to reflective digital exit tickets. Their ideas sparked a shared vision of imaginative, student-led learning, all anchored by creativity, curiosity, and a love for lifelong learning. This episode hides four Jurassic Park quotes hidden in plain sight by Paul – tune in to discover them!
Posted on: 24 April 2025
Elevate Your Teaching with our New Canvas Course Principles
Many of you may be aware that in response to Strategy 2031, the Staff and Student Engagement and Training Working Group of the Digital Education Advisory Group (DEAG) have been working on a collection of Canvas Course Principles to enrich our online teaching and learning environments.
Posted on: 25 February 2025
Treasure Island Pedagogies: Episode 38, the one with the Rubik cube
In Episode 38, our discussion explored lightbulb moments in education, from fostering student confidence through social constructivism to the power of pedagogies of care and kindness. We examined inclusive assessment, digital wellbeing, and the role of language in shaping learning experiences. Our guests shared insights on creating supportive environments where students and educators alike feel valued, capable, and inspired. As always, we wrapped up with our treasure island teaching props, pedagogies, and personal luxury items—this time featuring Rubik’s Cubes, hammocks, and a surprising essential for daily success.
Posted on: 17 February 2025
Treasure Island Pedagogies: Episode 37, the one with the Circular Time
In Episode 37, our discussion covered enhancing small group discussions in online learning, using exploratory talk to foster collaboration, and leveraging visual arts to develop communication skills in medical education. We also explored the power of storytelling and case studies in engaging diverse learners and the educator’s role in moderating discourse and fostering dialogue. These approaches were connected to broader themes such as intellectual moderation, multimodal communication, and the holistic integration of knowledge, emotion, and interaction in education.
Posted on: 20 January 2025
Treasure Island Pedagogies: Episode 36, the one with the Marimba
In Episode 36, in addition to lightbulb moments, treasure island pedagogies/props and luxury items, our discussion covered synchronous online learning via low latency technology for musicians and ensuring our students have the experience of developing skills to put them at advantages for employment, and the value of accredited micro credentials, trading simulations and game-based learning, and incorporating education for sustainability in education.
Posted on: 11 November 2024