David Nichol

Biography

Senior Lecturer, Learning and Teaching, Department of Social Work, Education & Community Wellbeing

Research Interest

Area of interest: David has responsibilities for teaching and learning development and enhancement. David’s role includes academic development and research within the fields of new and innovative learning and teaching strategies, such as blended learning, e-learning and distance learning. Currently involved with creative and innovative aspects of learning delivery both internal and external to the University, including curriculum development and the design of new learning initiatives particularly that of which is resident within emerging technologies. Area of research: Interest in the strategic development of introducing IT into the curriculum using a range of tools and techniques. Using web 2.0 tools and philosophy to facilitate and support the learning process. Looking at the way in which new technologies can be seen as a shift from information consumption to information creation and therefore proactive participation by users.