Boardroom Dialogue
Teaching and Learning Development with the Card Game Learn'A'Lot
Date Friday, Nov 24 Time – RoomBishop
As a professor in higher education, you are likely responsible for all the planning and teaching on your own, with limited opportunities to engage in discussions or gain inspiration from others. This Boardroom Dialogue offers a peer discussion about teaching and learning with the help of the digital card game "Learn'A'Lot" developed by the Oslo Metropolitan University.
The game aims to foster and encourage discussions, exchange of experiences, and reflection on teaching and learning. Players receive descriptions of various learning activities and are prompted to suggest how these activities can be incorporated into the professor's course, with the use of digital tools. They can seek assistance from fellow participants, promoting the sharing of experiences.
Camilla Foss
Learning Designer, Oslo Metropolitan University, Norway
Camilla Foss is an educator, with a bachelor in pharmacy and a master in ICT-supported learning, with over 20 years of experience in teaching and learning. Her journey into the realm of education technology began early on, as she recognized the immense potential of technology supported learning in transforming traditional teaching methods. Drawing on her expertise in educational technology, she seamlessly integrates digital tools and platforms into her learning design, harnessing their power to enhance learning outcomes.
One of Camilla's key areas of expertise lies in games and simulation for learning. Recognizing the innate appeal of gamification, she has utilized game-based approaches to engage students, making complex concepts more accessible and enjoyable. By incorporating simulations, she creates realistic scenarios that allow students to apply their theoretical knowledge in practical contexts, fostering skill development and decision-making abilities.
Camilla's relentless pursuit of educational excellence led her to transition into the role of a learning designer. In this capacity, she has extended her influence beyond the confines of the classroom, shaping the educational landscape on a broader scale. Collaborating with fellow educators at Oslo Metropolitan University and other institutions, she actively contributes to the development of innovative learning strategies and curriculum design.