Lewisham College, Interactive Kitchen and associated projects
| Contact Details: | Angela Hunt, e-Learning Resources Manager, angela.hunt@lewisham.ac.uk |
Type of Project: |
Refurbishment and pedagogic decision. |
| Start/End Date: | 2004 - 2007. |
| Virtual tour: | http://www.lewisham.ac.uk/uploads_old/images/virtual_tour/Lewisham_Tour.htm |
What Are Your Top Tips..
...For a successful new build? For embedding IT? For installing technology?
Get the experts in from the outset - work with the Audio Visual specialists to ensure best possible results. This is important - because if you try to do it alone then mistakes are expensive and can make other stakeholders lose faith.
Communication is key - let people know what you're doing - make it clear - otherwise it may work against you.
Robin feels that learning spaces should be device agnostic - that's the way to build in longevity.
Provide the best quality and most appropriate equipment that you can afford. Every penny received by the Lewisham College is ploughed back into the College. The Principal feels strongly about providing a quality service supported by quality equipment.
Get users on board and provide them with the tools and confidence to fully participate. An example of this is that from September 2007 all College staff will have 30 hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) made available to them during the academic year.
Get the balance right - between staff development, infrastructure and content. It's a challenge maintaining investment and achieving a satisfactory return on investment but paying attention to all of this can bring real dividends with regard to the student experience.
