BWR 2021 Abstracts
Parallel A
Becoming well-read in online learning communities : Using Talis Elevate to support collaborative critical reading practices | Aimee Merrydew , Keele University
In 2020 , many educators suddenly had to move their teaching online . While this ‘ emergency phase ’ was a daunting and challenging time , it also provided opportunities to rethink our teaching practices in ways that can enhance student learning , including students ' abilities to read critically and collaboratively . Many of us are used to setting in-situ group work that requires students to engage in collaborative critical reading activities . How can we facilitate these important activities in online settings ? In this workshop , I will discuss my use of digital technologies – specifically Talis Elevate – as a collaborative critical reading tool in online teaching and learning environments . After introducing Talis Elevate and how I have used it in my teaching , I will ask delegates to think critically about some of the benefits and potential challenges of using collaborative annoatation tools to support critical reading in online learning communities . I will also invite participants to reflect on and share ideas for how they might use digital technologies to support collaborative critical reading amongst students in their own teaching practice . Through these activities , we will co-create a toolkit that provides delegates with top tips for ensuring that online collaborative reading activities are effective , fun , and engaging across the disciplines .
Parallel B
Learning Innovation Showcase : Hardware and software to support reading productivity and start conversations about reading | Dominik Lukes , University of Oxford
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Critical reading is only possible if students are reading . Yet , many barriers are put in their way . The format of the materials , the language , the genre , the vocabulary , and reading strategies gleaned from reading fiction and journalistic output . Technology is never the solution , but it can serve to remove many of these barriers . When used creatively , it can even be used to start conversations about reading critically .