David Howard

What is the context/ focus of your presentation, and what is its relevance? Launched in 2017, LEAP Online is an interactive digital resource that supports the promotion of student learning development and information literacy at the University of Bolton. This workshop will focus on the value and impact of LEAP Online’s approach to: blended learning, student support, applied research and supporting staff. Specifically, it will highlight how LEAP Online has fostered collaboration to design and implement new topics to support the diverse makeup of the University of Bolton population and wider community. LEAP Online is continuing to evolve and badge data, together with student feedback, demonstrates its value and how it is embedded in the student journey and the University’s learning and teaching strategy.
What did you do? The LEAP Online team have, and continue to, foster positive relationships across the University and wider community to develop content and meet the needs of students.
What were the research or activity results / outcomes? Using both quantitative and qualitative methods of data collection and analysis, this workshop will share badge statistics and feedback to demonstrate how learning analytics can evidence the impact of the support available in LEAP Online to the student learning goals.
What are the main points to take forward in relation to your chosen theme and student success? LEAP Online is continuing to evolve and there are high aspirations to develop innovative and engaging content for all University students. It is firmly believed that success is measured in the provision of: consistent, inclusive, high-quality learning development content and resources, which are appropriate for the University’s multi-disciplinary boundaries. To that end, the development of LEAP Online should be collaborative and involve the whole University to help ensure student success.