Beyond the Technology: International students’ digital experience
Elizabeth Newall and guests delve into the digital experiences of international students in UK higher education.
In this episode of the Beyond the Technology podcast, Elizabeth Newall, senior sector specialist at Jisc invites Dr Tabetha Newman, senior research consultant at Timmus limited, Sharon Perera, head of academic digital skills at the University of Greenwich and Tom Wright, director of digital experience, University of Lincoln, to explore the findings of Jisc’s research investigating the digital experiences of international students studying in UK HE.
Elizabeth invites guests to explore the complexities and challenges faced by international students in navigating the digital landscape of their educational experiences. From discussions on prior access to technology and digital infrastructure across different countries to the integration of digital tools in teaching and learning practices in the UK, the podcast provides valuable insights into how universities can better support their international student community.
Show notes
- Find out more about the researching international students' digital experience project.
- Download briefing paper 1: Facilitating holistic conversations about the student experience with international students (pdf)
- Download briefing paper 2: Supporting international students’ digital experience: a checklist for providing an equitable and inclusive experience (pdf)
- Download briefing paper 3: Comparing international and UK-domiciled student responses in Jisc’s digital experience insights (DEI) survey (pdf)
- Read up on the International students’ digital experience phase one: a review of policy, academic literature and views from UK higher education and the International students’ digital experience phase two: experiences and expectations
- Register your interest to stay informed of our research into international students’ digital experience
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