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Adam Tate @dradamtate.bsky.social · 1h

A6 let's move beyond the analogue methods of assessment and responsibly use digital systems and tools as part of authentic assessment. #LTHEChat

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Adam Tate @dradamtate.bsky.social · 2h

A4 Teams has been great for facilitating writing collaborations. #LTHEChat

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Adam Tate @dradamtate.bsky.social · 2h

A3 being aware that every person has a different starting point and different access to digital systems/platforms. #LTHEChat

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Adam Tate @dradamtate.bsky.social · 2h

A2 being aware of the latest developments and being open to keep on learning.
Advocating for good practice.
Having self awareness of what I say and the potential impact, so responsible use.
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LTHEchat @lthechat.bsky.social · 2h

Q2 - Do you recognise your own role as a digital leader in education? What does it look or feel like?

Reply with A2 #LTHEChat and your response @dralison.bsky.social and @bethflloyd.bsky.social

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LTHEchat @lthechat.bsky.social · 5h

Join us for #LTHEchat with @dralison.bsky.social and @bethflloyd.bsky.social at 8pm GMT today.
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LTHE Chat 342: Digital Leadership for Inclusive and Strategic Change

Join us on Bluesky with guest Alison Purvis (@dralison.bsky.social) and Beth Fielding-Lloyd (@bethflloyd.bsky.social) on Wednesday, 5th November 2025 at 20:00 GMT Digital leadership in higher educa…

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LTHEchat @lthechat.bsky.social · 2d

LTHE Chat 342: Digital Leadership for Inclusive and Strategic Change

Join us on Bluesky with guest Alison Purvis (@dralison.bsky.social) and Beth Fielding-Lloyd (@bethflloyd.bsky.social) on Wednesday, 5th November 2025 at 20:00 GMT Digital leadership in higher education is evolving rapidly. It’s…

LTHE Chat 342: Digital Leadership for Inclusive and Strategic Change

Join us on Bluesky with guest Alison Purvis (@dralison.bsky.social) and Beth Fielding-Lloyd (@bethflloyd.bsky.social) on Wednesday, 5th November 2025 at 20:00 GMT Digital leadership in higher education is evolving rapidly. It’s no longer just about managing technology; it’s about shaping culture, taking a human-centred approach, and ensuring inclusive practice. In our work, we’ve explored the perceptions and characteristics of digital leadership in higher education.

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Adam Tate @dradamtate.bsky.social · 2d

Hi David,
Pop an email to @suebecks.bsky.social

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LTHEchat @lthechat.bsky.social · 7d

Q3 - How can “criticality” be differentiated pedagogically from “critical thinking”, encouraging students to engage in deeper andragogical enquiry rather than surface-level critique?

Reply with A3 #LTHEChat and your response @david-t-evans.bsky.social

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LTHEchat @lthechat.bsky.social · 7d

Q2 - To what extent do educators explicitly teach the meaning and progression of academic descriptors (e.g., criticality, synthesis, evaluation, complexity) rather than assuming students understand them?

Reply with A2 #LTHEChat and your response @david-t-evans.bsky.social

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LTHEchat @lthechat.bsky.social · 7d

Q1 - How might the use of creative metaphors, such as “superpowers,” reframe students’ perceptions of their academic capabilities and ease imposter syndrome in postgraduate learning?

Reply with A1 #LTHEChat and your response @david-t-evans.bsky.social

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LTHEchat @lthechat.bsky.social · 7d

Hello and welcome to this evening’s #LTHEchat.

Here early? Say hello and introduce yourself!

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LTHEchat @lthechat.bsky.social · 7d

Who is excited?!

Join us for #LTHEchat with @david-t-evans.bsky.social at 8pm GMT today!

Read the blog post at: shorturl.at/tA9pJ

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LTHEchat @lthechat.bsky.social · 14d

See you all next week - same time, same place! #LTHEchat

Next week we will be joined by David Evans, @david-t-evans.bsky.social, discussing Criticality skills for problem solving.

Who is going to be there?!

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LTHEchat @lthechat.bsky.social · 14d

Thank you to @drchrism.bsky.social and to everyone who participated. #LTHEchat

As always, why not share something that has changed in your thinking or an idea that is emerging from your conversations with colleagues and peers?

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Adam Tate @dradamtate.bsky.social · 14d

A6 - not sure it does in reality, there are aspirations to but often decisions are left to module and course leaders. #LTHEChat

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Adam Tate @dradamtate.bsky.social · 14d

A4 - major investment of millions into AI integration into systems and processes that will support hyper-personalised learning. Students being supported with ethical use of AI in their work #LTHEChat

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Adam Tate @dradamtate.bsky.social · 14d

A3 - in an ideal world rebalance the workload, by appropriate time being given for designing and developing learning opportunities. However, it is about recognising peer learning opportunities to shift teaching load back to students. #LTHEChat

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Adam Tate @dradamtate.bsky.social · 14d

A2 - I think it is more ro do with Assessment design, make assessments authentic and therefore drawing on skills that are likely to be used in employment. #LTHEChat

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Adam Tate @dradamtate.bsky.social · 14d

A1 - integration of teamwork skills through group projects, increasing autonomy and responsibilities given #LTHEChat

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LTHEchat @lthechat.bsky.social · 14d

Twelve minutes to go until this evening’s #LTHEchat :) This evening we will be discussing embedding academic skills into the curriculum. Still time to read through the blogpost at lthechat.com/2025/10/20/l... before we get started tonight

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LTHE Chat 340: Embedding Academic Skills in UK Higher Education: Why It Matters

Join us on Bluesky with guest Dr Chris Martin @drchrism.bsky.social on Wednesday 22nd October 2025 at 20:00 BST When engaging in conversations with academic colleagues, the…

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LTHEchat @lthechat.bsky.social · 14d

Join us for #LTHEchat with @drchrism.bsky.social at 8 pm GMT/ BST today.

Not long to go!

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LTHE Chat 340: Embedding Academic Skills in UK Higher Education: Why It Matters

Join us on Bluesky with guest Dr Chris Martin @drchrism.bsky.social on Wednesday 22nd October 2025 at 20:00 BST When engaging in conversations with academic colleagues, the…

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LTHEchat @lthechat.bsky.social · 16d

LTHE Chat 340: Embedding Academic Skills in UK Higher Education: Why It Matters

Join us on Bluesky with guest Dr Chris Martin @drchrism.bsky.social on Wednesday 22nd October 2025 at 20:00 BST When engaging in conversations with academic colleagues, the term ‘embedding academic skills’ is heard…

LTHE Chat 340: Embedding Academic Skills in UK Higher Education: Why It Matters

Join us on Bluesky with guest Dr Chris Martin @drchrism.bsky.social on Wednesday 22nd October 2025 at 20:00 BST When engaging in conversations with academic colleagues, the term ‘embedding academic skills’ is heard often. But what does this actually mean? In simple terms, it is about making sure that the skills needed by students – academic writing, referencing, critical thinking, research skills, time and organisation management – are taught…

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Chris Havergal @chrishavergal.bsky.social · 20d

Two-thirds of English higher education institutions which franchise courses have fallen below the sector regulator’s thresholds for undergraduate student outcomes in these partnerships, writes @patrickjack.bsky.social www.timeshighereducation.com/news/two-thi...

Two-thirds of providers below OfS franchising thresholds

Regulator says universities should only enter partnerships when they are satisfied that teaching and support standards will be maintained

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Adam Tate @dradamtate.bsky.social · 21d

You did a fabulous job, I've not been that active this evening, but I've been watching the great contributions!

Charlotte Marshall @charlottemarshall.bsky.social · 21d

I started tonight's @lthechat.bsky.social EXHAUSTED. I almost messaged @dradamtate.bsky.social and asked him to take the lead but 20 minutes in & the conversation made me forget my headache, 40 minutes in & I'm full of ideas, 60 minutes & I'm contentedly enthused. Thank you all

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LTHEchat @lthechat.bsky.social · 21d

Q4 - How can we design creative play without sacrificing technical rigour?

Reply with A4 #LTHEChat and your response @dwjames.bsky.social

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