Strengthening student engagement: evaluating the role of the digital skills agenda in higher education.

Abstract

Digital technology can contribute to all three areas of the TEF: teaching quality; learning environment; and student outcomes (Davies S, Mullan and Feldman 2017). Digital skills are helpful in designing enhanced and effective learning activities (Copley 2007), as multimedia promotes interests and engagement. It provides flexibility for students, in terms of where and when they can undertake their learning activity. It therefore improves student experience and outcomes (Davies S, Mullan and Feldman 2017). Its use enhances feedback: task feedback through online submissions; process feedback through audio and video feedbacks; and self-regulation feedback through computer simulation, as well as anonymous instructor and peer feedback (Hattie 2012). It can help in developing effective learning environments, from basic websites to augmented reality simulations (Dreyer and Nel, 2003). Therefore, in the present environment, digital agenda should be an integral part of continuing professional development (CPD)

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