I am an online education professional dedicated to enhancing pedagogy through innovative practices. I develop and implement effective learning strategies for online degrees, focusing on student experience, continuous improvement, and maintaining high academic standards in collaboration with partner universities and regulatory bodies.
Informative Web Content Guidelines
My doctoral thesis focused on the identification of the Informative Web Content Guidelines (IWCG), an analogue to the WCAG focusing on how to ensure textual content is accessible to users online.
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Current UK regulations and processes for online age restricted sales are ineffective: read more about my commissioned research on applications in alcohol sales e-commerce.
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Read the latest posts on Higher Education practice, research, and online pedagogy written by Jess.
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Master's degrees: What's in a title?
With postgraduate study in the UK still increasing, does the award title matter? This article explores the distinctions, learning strategies and career implications, and how these shape perceptions in the shifting academic landscape.
How rising Undergraduate Tuition Fees could affect International Postgraduate recruitment for online degrees
The proposed rise in UK undergraduate tuition fees could have a significant impact on international recruitment for online postgraduate degrees. Higher costs may discourage students from choosing UK universities, shifting them to more affordable alternatives. UK institutions will need to adapt to remain competitive in the global education market.
Upgrading to Fellowship of CMI: Personal perspectives
Being awarded Fellowship of the CMI recognises the importance of continual learning and strategic leadership in higher education. I share my experiences of my continual membership of the CMI, recognising my commitment to professional development, strategic thinking, and effective leadership in diverse academic settings.