I have been meaning to get my UDL (Universal Design for Learning) badge for some time now, but was always too busy or some other priority took its place. Finally, during the summer break of 2026 my UDL badge time has come. While I considered myself familiar with the concepts of inclusivity and digital accessibilityContinue reading “Rethinking assessment with a mindset of universal design, part 1”
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Reflections from a curious educator at AHE 2025 (part 1)
As an alumna of the Educational Research Department at Lancaster University I regularly attend the Saturday PhD Study Days, hosted by Dr Ann-Marie Houghton. With my PhD now in the rear view mirror, these days are dedicated to writing and research projects. Late in 2024 I was thinking about what conference I might attend inContinue reading “Reflections from a curious educator at AHE 2025 (part 1)”
Erasmus+ not just for students!
I graduated with my Bachelor’s degree in 1987, just before the participation of the University of Limerick (UL) in the European Union’s Erasmus Programme, so I might be forgiven for thinking that the programme is just for students. Not so, staff mobility is an important part of the programme. So, after a successful visit toContinue reading “Erasmus+ not just for students!”
Lessons from my students – Spring 2020
Spring 2020 has not been a normal time for anyone and we have all been affected one way or another by the global pandemic known as Covid-19. I lost half my small group of research students as circumstances deprioritised their research studies and they deferred to this summer.
Sandra Flynn 