News, Tips & Support for Learning and Teaching
Our goal is to keep you informed about the latest tools, strategies, and events that enhance teaching and learning through technology. Whether you’re exploring new digital methods, attending our interactive workshops, or seeking support with innovative tools, this digest is here to guide and inspire.
We created this space with Arts and Humanities academics, staff and students in mind. Here, you’ll find everything from event updates and tool spotlights to best practices shared by colleagues. By connecting teaching with up-to-date digital resources, we aim to empower faculty members to create impactful, engaging, and authentic learning experiences for our students.
Dive in, explore, and don’t hesitate to reach out to our team if you have any questions or feedback. We’re excited to support you on your digital teaching journey!
If you are preparing your Blackboard Ultra modules for the 2025/26 academic year, this walkthrough video will guide you through how to complete the Module Information and Assessment Information sections, based on the institutional course template.
The video covers:
Adding a welcome message and key staff contact details
Creating a clear module outline
Reviewing the automatically generated assessment section
Setting up the assessment overview and organising folders
What to avoid editing and why
Ensuring your content is consistent, inclusive and accessible
You can watch the video here: https://bit.ly/bbultra-walkthrough-fah1
It includes chapter markers so you can jump straight to the section you need.
If you have any questions or would like support reviewing your module setup, please contact the Arts Digital Learning Team at artsdigitallearning@sheffield.ac.uk
Our last AHEAD Coffee Morning in 2024/25 is now confirmed!
Our July 2025 event will be held on Wednesday, July 30th, 2025, in the ICOSS Conference Room and via Google Meet from 10:00 to 11:00.
Keep an eye out for the calendar invite coming soon!
For our showcase event, we are delighted to welcome the following presenters:
James Little - Digital Learning Advisor
Ralph Mackinder - Learning Technologist & Digital Manager
James Pearson - Faculty Digital Learning Manager
In this session, we will have a hands-on workshop on digital collaborative tools such as Wooclap, Miro and Padlet.
Please note: This is a relaxed, drop-in event—feel free to join us in person or online as your schedule allows. Attendance is optional, and we welcome you to participate as much or as little as you like.
The Arts & Humanities Digital Learning Special Interest Group (SIG) is a vibrant community of practice managed by the Arts Digital Learning team for all members of faculty looking to explore and enhance their digital teaching tools.
By joining the group, you'll receive 2-3 updates each week, packed with valuable insights on digital learning—including tips, how-tos, and the latest news in the field.
To join the group, simply click on the link below and hit the join button:
A&H Digital Learning Special Interest Group
Once you’ve joined, you can choose how you’d like to receive the updates—whether as they come, in a digest, abridged, or not at all.
This is a great chance to connect with colleagues, share ideas, and collaborate in a supportive space, whether you’re looking to improve your current setup or explore new possibilities in digital learning.