Overview: Learning outcomes

Everything you need to know about learning outcomes for Open Knowledge in Higher Education (OKHE)

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Below are the intended learning outcomes of this course. These are also listed in the course unit outline, from the PGCert HE programme units page.

Knowledge and Understanding

• Demonstrate an understanding of open knowledge.
• Cite specific examples of open knowledge in the Higher Education sector and discuss their impact on the work of Higher Education Institutions.
• Explain how open practice is changing the culture of Higher Education.

Practical skills

• Make clear connections between their own area of work and open knowledge activity and use that knowledge to enhance their practice.
• Reflect on the potential impact of openness on their role, and on existing academic culture and practice.

Intellectual Skills

• Contribute to the wider conversation on open knowledge by debating the key questions, barriers and potential of open knowledge. For example, its potential to transform Higher Education and society.

Transferable skills and personal qualities

• Demonstrate the ability to utilise current digital tools to converse, investigate and discuss key issues.
• Recognise the potential and necessity of digital technology and content in an HE environment.