Facilities and Resources
SurreyLearn
SurreyLearn is the University’s new Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). It is a secure online environment which can be used in a wide variety of ways to enhance learning and teaching. Typically it is used to provide easy access to up to date and relevant learning materials, module and programme information and guidance, supplemented by activities such as discussion forums, quizzes or tests, and online assignments.
Pebblepad
PebblePad provides a structured platform to plan, synthesise thoughts, collect evidence and reflect on learning and development. It offers a number of adaptable tools that allow users to present material for review, support collaborative work or facilitate assessment. It can be used to support and potentially assess a wide range of activities such as individual or group projects, personal development planning or work placements.
Electronic Voting System
There is a significant body of evidence that greater interaction in face-to-face teaching situations results in increased understanding of complex subject matter, and greater enthusiasm amongst students for learning. Although interaction can of course be introduced without using technology, the presence of an electronic voting system (EVS) encourages valid interaction, as well as encouraging staff to reflect on the potential that student engagement offers to the learning experience. An electronic voting system also offers additional opportunities beyond non-technical approaches, such as students being able respond anonymously (which encourages participation) and the teacher being able to display timely feedback about the group’s responses.
Box of Broadcasts (BOB)
The system is designed to facilitate the easy integration of online time-based media (video and audio) into teaching and learning.
Online MEQ's
An online MEQ allows all students in a module to share and express their voice and opinion.