A Pinch of SALT

Swansea Academy of Learning & Teaching @ Swansea University
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Swansea University's Academy of Learning & Teaching, SALT, investigates the rapidly changing world of the HE environment. In each episode, we search out food for thought that makes change a lot more palatable. Learning and teaching strategies, learning environments, inclusive pedagogy, educational technology, innovation and most importantly making connections— if it has anything to do with learning and teaching in higher education, let’s make sure everyone knows about it.

  1. Co-Creation at Swansea University

    10/03/2025

    Co-Creation at Swansea University

    In this episode, we welcome Katie Wilkinson (Education Officer - Students' Union) and Sophie Leslie (Student Partnership and Feedback Development Officer - Academic Quality Services) to discuss the importance of co-creation between staff and students, and its place in our Curriculum Transformation initiative. There is a Co-Creation Toolkit available for Swansea University Staff.

    37 min
  2. Bye bye Mandy Jack

    08/05/2025

    Bye bye Mandy Jack

    Its the end of an era! After 10 years of supporting learning and teaching development at Swansea University, Mandy Jack is moving on to pastures new. Before she leaves, we have one last chance to sit down with Mandy to hear all about her career, her highlights, and what she feels will be most important for education development in the years to come. If you want to listen to Mandy's favourite episodes of the podcast, you should check out: A year in the life of an Education OfficerCurriculum for Everyone: Embracing inclusivity in course design

    21 min
  3. Embedding Graduate Attributes into Curricula at Swansea University

    08/04/2025

    Embedding Graduate Attributes into Curricula at Swansea University

    In this episode we welcome Professor Gavin Bunting (dPVC for Skills and Employability) and Simeon Smith (Employability Skills Lead) to discuss how Swansea University are approaching the challenge of integrating Graduate Attributes into all programmes.

    31 min
  4. Embedding Sustainability in Higher Education

    07/01/2025

    Embedding Sustainability in Higher Education

    In this episode we welcome Dr Fern Davies and Dr. Jennifer Rudd from the School Of Management, to discussthe importance, and their experiences of embedding sustainability in higher education curricula. Swansea University staff can access a toolkit for Embedding Ethics and Sustainability.

    33 min
  5. Embedding Information and Digital Literacy in Higher Education Curricula – Part 2/2

    05/22/2025

    Embedding Information and Digital Literacy in Higher Education Curricula – Part 2/2

    In this episode, we are joined by colleagues at Swansea University who have a great deal of experience in the development of digital and information literacy skills amongst Higher Education students. In the second part of this two-part discussion, we focus on embedding digital literacy skills in curricula.The following helpful resources are mentioned in this episode: ⁠Digital and Information Literacy Toolkit⁠Details of upcoming SALT Artificial Intelligence workshops

    26 min
  6. Embedding Information and Digital Literacy in Higher Education Curricula – Part 1/2

    05/02/2025

    Embedding Information and Digital Literacy in Higher Education Curricula – Part 1/2

    In this episode, we are joined by colleagues at Swansea University who have a great deal of experience in the development of digital and information literacy skills amongst Higher Education students. In the first part of this two-part discussion, we focus on embedding information literacy in curricula.The following helpful resources are mentioned in this episode: Digital and Information Literacy ToolkitSwansea University Library Information and Digital Literacy Framework Library GuidesAcademic Staff Support Library GuideBooks and Beyond (Staff Training day for Swansea University staff)

    32 min
  7. Curriculum for Everyone: Embracing inclusivity in course design

    03/31/2025

    Curriculum for Everyone: Embracing inclusivity in course design

    In this episode, we begin to explore why it’s vital to consider inclusivity and accessibility from the very beginning of course development, the benefits it brings to the educational experience, and practical steps educators can take to implement these principles. We’ll also discuss how Curriculum Transformation, which we are currently undergoing here at Swansea, presents a perfect opportunity to make these essential changes. Swansea University Staff can access the Inclusion and Accessibility Toolkit mentioned in the episode.

    41 min
  8. Thriving Through Placements: Swansea University's Wellbeing Action Plan

    02/28/2025

    Thriving Through Placements: Swansea University's Wellbeing Action Plan

    In this episode we welcome Kirsty Thomas and Gemma Wright of Swansea University's Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Science, to talk about their approach to enhancing student wellbeing during placements, and the potential wider applications of their strategy across the University.

    30 min
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Swansea University's Academy of Learning & Teaching, SALT, investigates the rapidly changing world of the HE environment. In each episode, we search out food for thought that makes change a lot more palatable. Learning and teaching strategies, learning environments, inclusive pedagogy, educational technology, innovation and most importantly making connections— if it has anything to do with learning and teaching in higher education, let’s make sure everyone knows about it.

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    Swansea Academy of Learning & Teaching @ Swansea University
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    77
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