Training - Technology Enhanced Learning and Design

Current training availability

With the roll out of Canvas, the FBMH eLearning Team are offering less in person training on our usual teaching software. Instead, we have a range of self led training which can be accessed below.

Please note that from January 2025 our training programme will focus significantly on supporting staff with the transition to Canvas.

Canvas Training

To find out what training on Canvas is available click the button below

Self-Led Training

Developed and curated over several years, our asynchronous training guides will help you get up to speed on online teaching best practice, how to use our supported tools and deliver teaching excellence to your students.

Blackboard

We have a range of training on our Virtual Learning Environment, from step-by-step basics to tailoring your content for greater flexibility.

Video

Whether recording lectures or editing them, our video training has straightforward guidance for the novice, or the more adventurous.

Assessment

We support a number of online assessment tools that can be used for both formative and summative evaluation.

PebblePad

PebblePad is an online portfolio platform that enables students to document their entire learning journey.

SoftChalk

SoftChalk allows conversion of text-based materials into online, interactive content with quizzes and other learning activities.

Zoom

Whether you are new to Zoom or want to run something more complex, our training guide and videos should help you get started.

Camtasia/Snagit

Camtasia is our chosen tool for screen recordings, interactive videos and more. Better yet, it comes with access to Snagit too!

Mentimeter

If you’re wanting to create dynamic interactive presentations, polls and surveys, take a look at what Mentimeter has to offer.

Handbooks

We use WordPress as a hosting platform for easily updatable online Programme Handbooks – click below to learn more.

Office 365

Find out how to use PowerPoint to create feature-rich interactive resources, narrated lectures, and animations.

Still unsure?

Unsure on which software you need? Take a look at our decision tree guide to help you figure it out and set you on the right path.

TALON (Teaching and Learning Online Network)

The TALON group is a cross-UoM space where staff can share their skills, tips and expertise on all things relating to teaching and learning.

Follow the link below to access the space.