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The Winchester Digital Academy (formally TEL Champion Scheme) is an extra-curricular, self-paced programme designed to help students, alumni and staff develop their digital presence, capabilities and graduate futures. Following a small-scale pilot year, we have fully expanded the programme to offers a range of open-ended opportunities to help succeed with technology. We don’t expect you to already be a tech-genius, we will help you to develop your digital skills throughout your time as a Digital Ambassador!

The aim of the WDA is to empower the UoW community whilst completing a digital portfolio centred around several areas of technology. We cater to provide digital interests in several areas; including for employability prospects, entreprenurial endeavours, or as a informal or formal research project. At the WDA, you can choose to learn about technology in whatever mode you prefer. We cater to a range of learning preferences; including providing video recordings, written and visual resources, reference materials, and live in-person or online sessions. You can choose from a selection of drop-in sessions, 1:1 mentoring, as well as having the opportunity to join fellow ambassadors on trips to technology-related conferences or conventions.

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Students, alumni and staff from all walks of life, modes of study, and range of needs will be participating in the scheme. We strongly recommend you make the most of the live in-person or online sessions to maximise the learning experience, but outside of this your only requirement to be to work on a digital portfolio. Of course, the more time you can commit to this Scheme throughout the academic year, the more effective it will be for your learning development. If you do have any concerns with time commitment, do contact the Senior Digital Ambassador.

More information on the WDA's requirements are here.

This extra-curricular learning resource hub is run by:
Dave Barber (Head of TEL - Supervisor)

Jennifer Crowdy (Senior Digital Ambassador - Lead Co-Ordinator & Learning Designer)

Disclaimer:
Please note some of the technology discussed is not endorsed or screened by the University; this is mainly shared for discussion purposes and for independent student exploration. Therefore, we always ask you check the individual policies and use of your data. No software in this hub is required to be used. We always ensure to make this clear in our sessions and promote university-approved software when possible.