Lecturer Perspective
Ben Ellis is an innovative and forward-thinking physiotherapy lecturer with an interest in active learning approaches that develop critical thinking and evidence-based physiotherapists. His research interests include collaborative and digital educational approaches, simulation, and clinical reasoning.
"What I really like about StudyStash is that it simplifies the revision process, but still draws on all the neuroscience of learning."
Benjamin Ellis MSc, BSc, MCSP
Head of School (Education), School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences
What did we learn?
A passionate advocate is necessary to embed technology effectively.
Match the technology to the type of learning required.
Introduce tools early in programmes and at the start of modules to establish learning habits.
Students want to learn how to learn, but adopting new technology requires behaviour change intervention.
Build capability with in-session time.
Explain learning for motivation.
Demonstrate value to students with data, engagement = achievement.
Pre/post using StudyStash
58%
Of students reported increased organisation with their studies
78%
Of students reported increased confidence managing study and revision workload
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University of Birmingham
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