About us
Our mission is to provide learning design support and advice in relation to the development of educational technologies and digital pedagogy to enhance programmes and modules within Durham University Business School.
What we can offer
The Educational Development Unit (EDU) offers three key service areas for Business School colleagues:
- partnership service to deliver online and blended learning
- advice for programme and module design – for example as part of curriculum development or programme reviews
- support for a learning and teaching community of practice
You can find out about each member of the team and their specialisms from their University profiles below.
We look forward to working with you.
Allison, Jenn, Jon, May and Hifzah
Educational Development Unit
Senior Instructional Designer
Allison manages the work of the Educational Development Unit. The Unit work closely with academic staff to design, produce and deliver online and blended courses underpinned by effective pedagogical practice. The Unit also offers practical advice and guidance on using technology effectively in the classroom and online. Allison is passionate…
Instructional Designer
Jennifer Smith is part of the Educational Development Unit located at the Business School. She has a passion for developing high-quality online, blended and traditional course objectives using engaging learning activities and compelling course content. As an instructional designer she designs, develops and supports learning initiatives across the faculty for…
Digital Media Officer
Jon Davidson is the Digital Media Officer located within the Educational Development Team at Durham University Business School. With a background in audio, video, editing and motion graphic design, Jon has worked in a variety of media roles over the last 25 years for various production companies. He is responsible…
Assistant Digital Learning Developer
May Tsai is the Assistant Digital Learning Developer located within the Educational Development Unit at Durham University Business School. She has a strong enthusiasm and dedication for the new educational technologies, supporting the mission to transform education through exemplary learning design and effective user experience in Higher Ed. Her design…
Digital Learning Developer
Hifzah holds 14 years of higher education experience, working in a variety of roles from student support to learning design. Her areas of interest are authentic learning and decolonisation within digital education. She is currently studying for the MSc in Digital Education from The University of Edinburgh and is due…
