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====CMALT Portfolio==== | ====CMALT Portfolio==== | ||
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+ | The principles and values that inform the development of the scheme are: | ||
+ | * A commitment to exploring and understanding the interplay between technology and learning. | ||
+ | * A commitment to keep up to date with new technologies. | ||
+ | * An empathy with and willingness to learn from colleagues from different backgrounds and specialist options. | ||
+ | * A commitment to communicate and disseminate effective practice. | ||
===Contextual Statement=== | ===Contextual Statement=== | ||
- | * your background, skills and experience, including current or recent activities or roles relevant to this application for CMALT; | + | Currently my main role is as a developer of eLearning materials - both for the use of distance learners, and in support of classroom activities. Materials include interactive learning/assessment pieces, where students practice solving problems and receive detailed feedback; as well as 'sandbox-style' simulations, where students can experiment is a less structured way, and build understanding through constructivist principles. |
- | * why you are wishing to complete the CMALT accreditation and | + | |
- | * how this relates to your future career aspirations. | + | Developments were initially Adobe Flash-based, but more recently involve the Unity game engine, and PHP/MySQL - for example the recent creation of a web-based business simulation platform. |
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+ | During my time at the University of Derby, I have also had several periods of secondment as a Learning Technologist - training staff in the use of tools for authoring materials, recording presentations, and eAssessment. I also led the adoption of a new University-wide eAssessment system, from initial testing to staff training materials; and currently sit on the the technical working group overseeing the introduction of electronic submission of written assignments. | ||
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+ | In addition to my main responsibilities, I am currently working as a sessional lecturer in foundation IT (Microsoft Office applications, web design) and Computing (computer architecture, databases, systems analysis and design). | ||
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+ | I have recent journal publications related to electronic assessment and student satisfaction. | ||
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+ | My aim in completing the accreditation is to gain recognition for skills and recent work, through a standardised certification that has meaning to my peers and potential future employers. I intend to continue working in the educational sector, whether public sector or private, and technology is obviously a vital part of this sector. | ||
===Core Areas=== | ===Core Areas=== |