Innovation in Learning Technologies
Macquarie is committed to capitalising on current and emerging technologies to provide a contemporary high quality teaching and learning environment. The LTC supports innovation through:
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Support for the University's Emerging Technologies Grants Scheme
Managed through the Provost's Office -
Research and Development on new technologies
Emerging Technologies Grant Projects
ETGS Categories
Projects supported by the ETG scheme fall into four broad categories:
| Category | Description | Example Technologies |
|---|---|---|
| Assessment and feedback technologies | Technologies that provide the means of assessment (quizzes, self-test) or facilitate provision of feedback through review of a student's work. | Blackboard CE6, Moodle, VisChem*, ePortfolio software (Mahara*, PebblePad), |
| Web-based conferencing technologies | Technologies that facilitate web-based synchronous access to learning. | Adobe Connect*, Wimba Live Classroom, eLluminate, Skype, Interactive Whiteboards (Scribbla*) |
| Mobile learning technologies | Technologies that support mobile learning approaches for group or individual study. | Student Response Network, location aware software (MAPPO*). eBook readers (Kindle, iPad, Digital Reader 1000S*), SMS* systems, iLectures, podcasts, vodcasts* |
| Social networking technologies | Technologies that support peer-assisted learning and review or instructor assistance through a network. | Ning*, Facebook, NetFlakes* |
* Technologies that have been investigated in previous ETGS projects
Project Reports
Three successful Emerging Technologies projects are showcased at the links below:
- Mobile monitoring @ Macquarie
This project devised a location aware learning platform (MAPPO) accessible via a mobile phone. - A Trial of Portable Electronic Documents in University Teaching
This project conducted a small trial of electronic document reading devices with screens based on e-ink technology. - Using SMS and other Interactive Technologies to Foster Student Study Skills in the Transition Phase