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Microcredentials: reimagining higher education for lifelong learners

  • by sambrenton
  • Posted on 23 February 202623 February 2026

With lifelong learning back on the policy agenda, we are introducing stackable microcredentials designed for flexible access, low-friction entry, supportive assessment and credit accumulation across working lives.

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Reading group insights: Rethinking the Community of Inquiry in contemporary digital education

  • by Anna Armstrong
  • Posted on 12 January 202626 January 2026

A lively critical discussion on the Community of Inquiry framework prompted fresh questions about presence, participation, and what community really means in digital learning. Key insights from November’s reading group.

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What makes the best human – AI team for learning?

  • by Anna Armstrong
  • Posted on 5 December 20259 December 2025

December’s reading group draws on classic and emerging research to understand how humans and AI can work together to enrich educational practice and explore what makes the best human–AI team for learners.

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Enquiring about the Community of Inquiry: The Framework and its critics

  • by Anna Armstrong
  • Posted on 28 October 202528 October 2025

This month we’ll examine the Community of Inquiry framework (2000) alongside Xin’s (2012) critique, exploring why CoI became so influential, its practical strengths, and the risks of oversimplifying complex online learning.

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Behind the screens, course design tools and AI resilient assessment
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Behind the screens: Smarter learning design and AI-resilient assessment

  • by Anna Armstrong
  • Posted on 3 October 202522 October 2025

A behind-the-scenes look at how we used Coursensu for AI-supported course design and a portfolio-based assessment model that makes student use of AI transparent and constructive.

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How AI dialogues can support personalised learning at scale

  • by Catia Costa
  • Posted on 1 September 20252 September 2025

We recently explored how AI-powered Socratic dialogues can offer a new, scalable approach to fostering personalised reflection and deeper learner engagement in online education.

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Behind the screens: What we’re learning, building and trying out

  • by Anna Armstrong
  • Posted on 14 August 202515 August 2025

A behind-the-scenes look at how colleagues are using the Canvas API and AI to solve problems, create content, and share practical innovations in digital education.

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Reading group insights: What works in online learning? Lessons from 100 courses

  • by Anna Armstrong
  • Posted on 1 August 20255 December 2025

Our discussion of a large-scale study on online learning design sparked critical reflections on structure, tutor presence, and what truly supports student success. Key takeaways from July’s reading group.

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Unlocking success: Key features of online pedagogical practices that predict better performance

  • by Anna Armstrong
  • Posted on 15 July 202516 July 2025

Leonard Houx leads July’s reading group, exploring new research that identifies specific online teaching practices that truly support student success.

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Start gaming or the world will be destroyed* 

  • by Tim Hall
  • Posted on 28 May 202529 May 2025

This June, our Reading Group returns to playful learning. From game-based design to joyful nonsense, we’ll explore how a playful mindset can bring curiosity, connection, and care into online education.

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