L&T Chat Show

Today I'm joined by Firdos Karim, Zoe Stirling and Israel Edward all students or ex-students of three different institutions. They tell me about what makes a good lecture, seminar and what other support enhances the student experience. If you've used any ideas from any of the episodes or have something you'd like to share please contact roger.saunders@dmu.ac.uk

Derek discuss some different perspectives on how AI can be used to assist human development and his tribe‑building initiative to keep technology human‑centered and the mission of Practical AI. More information can be found here: Web: https://www.practicalai.app New Book: https://www.humanfirstai.net (Free Chapter) LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/amazonleadership/ If you've used ideas fr...

Rafael tells me about his work with sensitive material in teaching forensic toxicology and then about his work promoting Rainbow Office Hours to help support LGBTQ+ students. If you'd like to find out more about the Rainbow Office Hours programme please contact Rafael. Venson@glasgow.ac.uk If you've used any of the ideas covered in any of the shows or have something you'd like to share...

Emma-Jayne and I discuss the research that she undertook as part of her PG CAP in relation to self-disclosure, looking at thematic relevance, student perceptions and promoting inclusivity. If you have used any ideas from any of the shows or have something you'd like to share please contact roger.saunders@dmu.ac.uk

Sarune and I discuss her research using drawing in a VR environment to help students explore issues and the positive impact this has on neurodivergent participants. If you'd like to know more you can reach Sarune at: https://www.sarune.info/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarune-savickaite-phd-393447173/ If you have any feedback on why you follow/listen, what you enjoy and what you may have used...

Justina and I discuss her ways of using guest speakers on a film industry module to enhance employability and link with assessment. If you have used any ideas from any of the episodes or have something you'd like to share please contact roger.saunders@dmu.ac.uk

Ioannis Glinavos and I discuss his remarkable work creating a range of content across multiple platforms using ChatGPT, Google Nano Banana, Gemini, 11 Labs, Notebook LM and Perplexity. For more details check out: (3) Ioannis Glinavos | LinkedIn YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@iGlinavos Substack resources: https://dryannissqe.substack.com/ The AI influencer: https://www.youtube.com/@alsil...

Laura and I discuss ways to get students engaged specifically through peer feedback but more widely in taking a humanistic approach to learning intercations. You can find her book here: A Humanistic Approach to English for Academic Purposes Pedagogy: People, Place, Compassion, Power | Springer Nature Link If you've used anything from any of the episodes or have something you'd like to shar...

Carys and I discuss non-disclosure, inclusive classrooms and assessment, inclusive interactions and disabled students meaning disabling barriers that can be addressed. For more information check out: Enterprise Educators UKwebsite: https://www.enterprise.ac.uk/ Enterprise and Entrepreneurship Toolkit https://www.etctoolkit.org.uk/ QAA Enterprise and Entrepreneurship Education guidance: https://www...

Ever wanted so idea and insights into teaching research methods? Melanie and Nicole talk to me about their curated resource for research methods teachers available free to download at https://www.ncrm.ac.uk/resources/trainers/aha.php Assessing impact is always difficult, but for anyone applying to becomean NTF it is essential. With that in mind, if you have changed anything you do as a result of l...

Happy New Year Alwyn and I have a wide ranging discussion on how AI can be used to teach law, how it is affecting the practice of law and considerations for the future. If you have something you'd like to share please conact roger.saunders@dmu.ac.uk

Viktori and Carol discuss their university's approach to using a 5 level framework, including when it is okay to use, how to use it, how to be critical of results and how to avoid misuse. If you'd like to find out more you can reach them here: Vicky: https://www.linkedin.com/in/viktoria-mileva-55232662/ Carol: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carol-jasper-9955a736b/ This is the last L&T Cha...

Deb and I discuss her use of Lee Sheldon's The Multiplayer Classroom with her gifted students, covering ideas around gamification, engagement and reward. Apologies for the transatlantic gremlins that interfered from time to time (and the occasional echo), thus is the joy of technology. If you'd like to know more about Deb's work check out her web site: Home | Deb Fuller Portfolio If an...

Ed and I talk about how play can be used in executive situations and the benefits of play in terms of recognising challenges and opportunities. he can be contacted on: LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/edgonsalves/ Research Gate :  https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Ed-Gonsalves/research You can also find out more through his co-edited text with Routledge (available 2026) called  "The...

Leo and I discuss his research into belonging, the realtionship with equality, diversity and inclusiveness and the development of seven dimensions, with lots of practical illustrations. If you have used any of the ideas covered by the podcast or have something you'd like to share, please contact roger.saunders@dmu.ac.uk

Kevin and I talk about the award winning Change Makers scheme running at University of the Arts, London and in particular how it can enhance belonging and encourage authentic student voices. If you'd like to find out more: . Changemakers: Student-led archive: https://lccchangemakers.myblog.arts.ac.uk/ 2. Visualising Justice project: https://lccchangemakers.cargo.site/   3. My LinkedIn profile...

In this episode, Mâir Bull and Ffion Evans discuss the Innovation Scholar Scheme at Manchester Metropolitan University. A distributed leadership model for empowering change across the institution, the scheme focuses on key strategic themes such as belonging, closing equity gaps and active learning. Find out more about the work happening in this space: https://manchester-met-innovate.mmu.ac.uk/ Lin...

Joe and I talk about his PhD research into games development, covering a whole range of different mechanics and giving an insight into how these can be applied in a host of different subject areas. If you'd like to find out more about his game jamming check out this YouTube video: OASIS Lunchtime Talk: Analogue Game Jamming as an HE Teaching Tool If you have something you'd like to share c...

Ben and I talk about his research and the AIRBAG framework he has introduced. Students have the opportunity to discuss their work and their grade in a way that increases their engagement with and understanding of feedback and enhances their own reflection and development. If you'd like to read more you can find Ben's article here https://www.uel.ac.uk/our-research/research-school-education...

Anthony and I disucss his research into AI and teaching looking at using it as a thought partner and test subject for dissertation and other areas of incorporating AI. If you'd like to find out more, check out his Youtube episode https://youtu.be/OtUJVQSWs14 If you have something you'd like to share or know someone who might, please contact roger.saunders@dmu.ac.uk

Jonathan and James talk about how they use games in language learning, demonstrating the freedom that play provides and some of the unintended positive outcomes. Formore information about their work, check out their games design site York Game Lab – Ludic learning YouTube channel EVO2022 Session 1: Introduction to the course the website https://llpjournal.org/ and the book https://www.amazon.co.uk...

Charlotte and I discuss her research and experiences dealing with challenging behaviour, covering lateness, mobile phones, taking issue with grades and the differences between small and large groups. This is the 150th episode of the L&T Chat Show but I'm still looking for contributors for series 6. If you have something you'd like to share please contact me at roger.saunders@dmu.ac.uk

Newly appointed Professor of Playful Learning, Alex and I discuss his journey from alternate reality games, using puzzles for increasing engagement, Lego for developing strategy, and finishing on the £1m ESRC funded research project currently underway called RE:PLAY. If you're interested in finding out more about RE:PLAY check out this link: https://research.northumbria.ac.uk/replay/ I'm s...

Pen talks me through the development of a card game to help teach animal and plant biology to first year students. If you'd like to share your thoughts, ideas, research or activities relating to teaching and learning please contact me on roger.saunders@dmu.ac.uk

Welcome back for series 6 and today Rebecca and Patricia talk me through their experiences of organising international MBA students into groups to undertake live projects for a variety of businesses and all the things they've learned along the way. If you have something you'd like to share please contact me at roger.saunders@dmu.ac.uk