Overview

Blended learning has been part of chemical engineering programmes for years now. However, COVID-19 has challenged the way in which learning activities are delivered online. To help share knowledge and good practice on Blended Learning activities, the IChemE EdSIG (Education Special Interest Group) and HCEUK (Heads of Chemical Engineering UK) are co-hosting a workshop to showcase some of the key elements and different approaches to Blended Learning. Discussions will be facilitated to help everyone build their own practice.

Presenters

• Nurbiha A. Shukor, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, "Designing Blended Learning"
• Percy Van Der Gryp, The University of Manchester, "Some Thoughts on Blended Learning –Application of Video Screencasts in Process Simulation"
• Mario Miguel Valero, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, "A Flipped Classroom in a Course of Transport Phenomena"
• Chakib Kara-Zaïtri, University of Bradford "A Blended Learning Approach Based on the CDIO Initiative - the Bradford Experience"

The material presented has not been peer-reviewed. Any opinions are the presenter’s own and do not necessarily represent those of IChemE or the Education Special Interest Group. The information is given in good faith but without any liability on the part of IChemE.

Breakout session topics

• Student Engagement: maintaining, monitoring and possibly assessing engagement
• Digital tools: tools and applications supporting online and face-to-face learning
• Resources: supporting and training staff and GTAs
• Effective approaches: balance between online and face-to-face, type of activities

Intended audience

This webinar is aimed at those in the higher education community, e.g. professors and lecturers. The delegates will be able to discuss ideas stemming from the presentations, collaborating to generate further ideas to enhance blended learning, ready for the start of term this year.