Supported Online Learning for Students using Technology for Information and Communication in their Education
Lead Institution: Edge Hill College of Higher Education, Director: Sue Roberts, Mark Schofield
Contact: John Davey, Tel: +44 (0) 1695 58 584744 4744, Email: d...@edgehill.ac.uk
SOLSTICE Centre
Linc Building
Edge Hill, St Helens Road
Ormskirk, Lancashire
L39 4QP
SOLSTICE is an innovative method of programme delivery involving the use of supported and online blended learning designed on sound pedagogic principles and developed as a result of ongoing evaluative research. It seeks to capture the power of new technology to deliver programmes flexibly, is learning focused and not technology driven, and aims to enhance learning and the learning experience for Edge Hill students.
Projects and developments using the SOLSTICE method are currently underway in the Faculty of Health, as well as in the other two faculties.
There are six key aims for SOLSTICE:
- development of SOLSTICE evelopment as a method of programme delivery
- adoption of the SOLSTICE method in a wider range of programmes
- sharing of expertise with a larger group of staff within Edge Hill
- sharing recognition of excellence by the operation of a human resources strategy
- sharing knowledge, expertise and skills with the higher education sector
- development of a physical centre.
An innovative feature of SOLSTICE is the drawing together of academic tutors, learning technologists, learning resources staff, technical staff and employers’ representatives into a ‘new academic team’, enabling colleagues to share expertise, experience, approaches and practice, developing together and learning from each other.
SOLSTICE Fellows and Associate Fellows have been appointed from the faculties to provide a focus and point of contact in their areas for developments and dissemination, and to expand the hub of expertise within the institution.
