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XR marks the spot for innovation as investment across tertiary education increasesA new Jisc report finds extended reality (XR) is being increasingly used in teaching and learning, but lack of resourcing and challenges around accessibility and sustainability continue to be barriers.
New guide aims to help universities rethink curriculum designSupporting universities to take blended learning to the next level.
Graduate Outcomes data awarded Official Statistics AccreditationNew report by the Office for Statistics Regulation (OSR) awards the kitemark of ‘Accredited Official Statistics’ to Graduate Outcomes data publications.
Connect More 2024 will help teaching and learning professionals make the most of technologyThe programme for this year's free online event is now live.
New report on federation journeys for optimising the UK digital research infrastructureA new report shared by an expert panel at Digital Universities UK discusses the potential for extending and identifying new collaborative digital research infrastructure (DRI) for a resilient, sustainable and inclusive research sector.
Jisc’s extending eduroam transforms the learning experience by providing digital access beyond the campusWorking with partners Cradlepoint and Sky Business, Jisc now delivers easy, seamless wifi cellular connectivity to enhance learning and teaching
Blog
How smaller publishers are adapting and responding to the open access landscapeSmall presses offer unique perspectives and wide viewpoints, and should be valued, supported and encouraged.
There’s nothing technical about cyber securityHow to persuade senior management to invest in cyber protection, from avoiding acronyms to building a community.
Amplifying the voice of the further education and skills sector is key to improving software licensing termsCollaboration between the FES community and Jisc is essential to enhancing our collective ability to drive transparency and fair pricing for the benefit of all
Shining a spotlight on digital povertyAnalysis of the Digital experience insights survey highlights gaps in access to digital learning.
The dos and don’ts of dealing with DDoS attacksVigilance and a complete understanding of what DDoS entails are critical to staying protected.
Optimising the UK’s digital research infrastructure through the power of communityReducing research bureaucracy, supporting international collaboration and growing net zero imperatives are all increasingly critical.
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Innovation, collaboration and face-to-face conversation – celebrating the power of community at Digifest2024 saw the introduction of the community hub at Digifest, designed to help attendees engage, learn and grow their networks.
‘Let’s persuade educators to take some risks’Experience Georgia Tucker’s immersive digital installation Lente at Digifest, exploring the benefits of mindfulness and reconnecting with every element of nature.
Prioritising accessibility could boost sustainability at your institution todayAs sustainability continues to be an increasing priority for education leaders, we take a look at how making learning more accessible for all can help institutions make sustainable gains.
The impacts of a serious cyber incident go far beyond just financial costsHow Jisc helped the University of Manchester recover after a phishing email unleashed a cyber attack.
Member stories
Navigating generative AI with Copilot at South Staffordshire College18 months into their journey with generative AI, the benefits of Microsoft Copilot are being felt in the classroom and beyond at South Staffordshire College.
Activate Learning's mission to redefine remote learningWith their innovative learning philosophy flipping the traditional paradigm on its head, Activate Learning developed an award-winning online programme to empower adult learners.
Bridging the connectivity gap in rural clinical settings in PowysCardiff University and Powys Teaching Health Board had been searching for a solution to give students a fully supported, rich experience of life off campus. A new device, extending eduroam, proved to be the solution.
From scoping to implementing: insights and guidance from Newcastle’s learning analytics journeyThe learning analytics project team from Newcastle University share their experience implementing data explorer and study goal.
Podcasts
Beyond the Technology: Award winners' miniseries – Activate Learning empowers adult learners
Fumiko Pescott and Savneet Bains from Activate Learning join us to discuss their award-winning approach to digital technology in further education.Beyond the Technology: Further education and skills – College of West Anglia
Kerry Heathcote, vice principal of curriculum and quality at College of West Anglia, joins us for our fourth further education and skills podcast to chat about their digital elevation strategy and the learner experience.Reports
Extended reality in learning and teaching report 2023/24Realising the transformative power of extended reality (XR) in education.
Mapping federation journeys for optimising the UK digital research infrastructurePrepared for UK Research and Innovation (UKRI).
A review of transitional agreements in the UKCharting the progress of open access and evaluating the effectiveness of transitional agreements in that process.
Jisc trustees’ report and financial statementsThe trustees present their strategic report and audited consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 July 2023.
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