MTU Dept of Technology Enhanced Learning wins ALT team of the year award in Manchester
Munster Technological University’s (MTU) Department of Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL) has been named the recipient of the prestigious Association for Learning Technology (ALT) team of the year award for 2024.
The award, presented at the ALT Annual Conference in Manchester on 4 September, celebrates outstanding strategic enhancements in the design, development, and delivery of online and blended learning. The award also recognises the TEL team’s innovative impact on the student learning experience and their commitment to the sustainable development of academic practice within a rapidly evolving digital environment.
The TEL team at MTU has led out on key digital transformation and digital learning initiatives in the University. Their Reusable Learning Resources (RLR) project has enriched MTU’s programmes through the development of media-rich Open Educational Resources (OERs), furthering the University’s commitment to Open Education Practices (OEP). In addition, the department this year hosted the international ALT OER24 conference in Cork, providing an invaluable platform for knowledge sharing and collaboration across the global digital learning community.
TEL’s focus on equity and accessibility has also seen significant advancements this year. The integration of advanced accessibility tools into MTU’s digital infrastructure ensures a more inclusive learning environment, supported by dedicated staff training and resources. Initiatives like “TEL me More,” which offers personalised digital mentoring to share, continue to inspire innovation and foster digital transformation throughout the University.
Dr Gearóid Ó Súilleabháin, head of the TEL Department (pictured), said: “This award is a testament to the creativity, passion, and dedication of the entire TEL team at MTU. Our commitment to providing evidence-based services, enhancing accessibility, and creating new learning opportunities is at the heart of everything we do.”
“The judging panel was highly impressed by the breadth and depth of digital learning activity being facilitated by the Dept of Technology Enhanced Learning in MTU, as well as the department’s strategic impact and far-reaching influence within and beyond the University,” said award presenter and ALT President David White.
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