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Prof Lydia Arnold

@lydiaarnold.bsky.social
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Professor. Learning and Teaching. Pragmatist. Assessment, Action Research, SoTL. Leadership, AI, Technology, EdTech. ADHD. National Teaching Fellow. Kindness matters. Blogger: LydiaArnold.net 🐶🎧🥾

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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
What can we learn about assessment and AI from doomscrolling socials?  lydiaarnold.net/2026/07/30/w...
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What can we learn about assessment and AI from doomscrolling socials?
While doomscrolling earlier this week – bad habits, but hey! – I caught the Aldi supermarket thread (great doom scrolling!), where the question was posed (paraphrased): if other superma…
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
So how do you write for promotion and recognition in teaching? After Sitting on lots of panels and supporting colleagues, here are some thoughts - and a model to help guide the steps ⬇️
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Preparing for professional recognition with the NICES mnemonic
Whether for a promotion application, or a form of recognition such as Senior or Principal Fellowship, being able to tell your own story clearly really does matter. In my experience, in promotions a…
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
Thoughts on authentic assessment and the choices we make in design. If we stop short handing to ‘authentic’ what are the ingredients of our assessments decisions?
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Sound and Situated Assessment: The Choices We Make
I’ve given a few talks recently on assessment in an AI-infused world, and I’ve found myself returning to a question that has been sitting with me for some time: what kind of assessment do we need n…
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
Sharing a few thoughts from my HE Professionals talk last week on AI & reimagining assessment. Themes? Compound wicked problems, legitimate concerns, right to opt out, authentic assessment, audience, joy & curiosity. lydiaarnold.net/2026/06/14/a...
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A Restless Rethink? AI and Assessment (thoughts from the HE Professional Talk)
In my talk about assessment redesign in an age of AI last week at the HE Professional Assessment and Integrity Event , I encouraged a restless rethink where we explore assumptions and norms around …
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Latest article -A global systematic map of Pedagogic Action Research in higher education. PedAR is geographically concentrated; is often a one time thing for authors; appears dominated by mixed or unclear methods; is a barometer for sector concerns & more! www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
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A global systematic map of Pedagogic Action Research in higher education and future research agenda
Pedagogic Action Research (PedAR) is an established approach to enhance teaching and learning in higher education; the global landscape of PedAR along with its methodological features, and areas of...
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Latest article -A global systematic map of Pedagogic Action Research in higher education. PedAR is geographically concentrated; is often a one time thing for authors; appears dominated by mixed or unclear methods; is a barometer for sector concerns & more!
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A global systematic map of Pedagogic Action Research in higher education and future research agenda
Pedagogic Action Research (PedAR) is an established approach to enhance teaching and learning in higher education; the global landscape of PedAR along with its methodological features, and areas of...
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 09/05/2026
Interested in writing together with others? This book from Verity Aiken& the late Lin Norton, is a treasure trove of ideas on how to succeed in writing partnerships. In our chapter we explore methods of technology that we have each used over years bit.ly/4uIJEOe OUT SOON
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Writing Partnerships in Higher Education: A Guide for Academics and HE Professionals
Writing Partnerships in Higher Education offers a timely account of practical strategies and personal insights designed to help with the process of writing with others. This book articulates the unspo...
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
AI: Would you like me to rewrite your introduction and models section into a smoother article-style draft while keeping your references? Me: No, but I am switching my font to Times New Roman so I can feel accomplished at least.
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
I find I get very stuck when I stop reading or talking to colleagues reflectively - I see these things (including tonight) as fuel for the process... A6 #LTHechat
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
A6 #LTHEChat Step away an do something different, draw my ideas instead of writing them,voice note knowing no-one will ever listen to it (just as well!), and talk it out with colleagues who will encourage new insights. I am now also trying out AI led reflection (but appreciate that's controversial)
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
A5 #LTHEChat For me one focus is seeking different views from within each of Brookfield's lenses - e.g. students and colleagues with different characteristics and perspectives, and theories which are unlike each other. I don't always manage this, but it's valuable to avoid missing things.
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
A2 peer and theoretical, but i think that varied at different times in my career #LTHEChat They are all needed though …
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Articulating impact struggles? Locating cause and effect, risk of focussing only on some voices/impact over others, also the question of how do I see my impact vs our impact, and quantification is always tricky. #LTHEChat Q1
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
Thanks for this - nuance is a word I am seeing a lot and using myself with AI. It’s so important. The reflective cycle prompt is a useful example to see in action :)
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
Navigating AI in Higher Education: Six Principles - here's a summary from my @advancehe.bsky.social talk yesterday #AISymp26 lydiaarnold.net/2026/02/10/n...
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Navigating AI in Higher Education: Six Principles (Advance HE Talk)
In my talk for AdvanceHE today, I tried to offer some principles for navigating this moment of AI change while also considering what the implications of change are for learning, teaching and assess…
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Thanks for the summary of this morning’s keynote ⬇️
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 10/01/2026
Take care, Sue - sending well wishes from here.
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 02/01/2026
UK accounting body to halt remote exams amid AI cheating - interesting move. I imagine others will follow, and if so investment in exams will be needed - this pivot can’t be completed in the stroke of a pen especially if inclusive approaches are to be protected.
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UK accounting body to halt remote exams amid AI cheating
Candidates will have to sit assessments in person unless there are exceptional circumstances, says ACCA
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 29/12/2025
Top ten AI books for 2025 - some useful and varied titles to nourish our thinking …https://www.forbes.com/sites/danfitzpatrick/2025/12/28/the-10-books-every-educator-exploring-ai-needs-published-in-2025/
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 07/12/2025
This is a little spinoff post from some talks I’ve done recently about the use of AI in learning and assessment…
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Restoring pride and joy: Assessment in an age of AI
In recent talks that I have given about artificial intelligence in learning and assessment, one point has piqued quite a bit of interest. In short – I have argued that pride and joy should be a Nor…
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
Fab evening at @theeventsglobal.bsky.social Times Higher Awards & delighted to collect Specialist Institution of the Year, for Harper Adams University. Congratulations to all involved & to all those nominated in this new category recognising work of specialist institutions. 📸 photo from THES on X
Group of people standing on stage collecting an award4 people smiling at an awards night
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
Communities of practice for AI - and why they matter for figuring out our way forward - A quick reflective blog … lydiaarnold.net/2025/11/10/f...
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Figuring it out: Finding our way with AI in practice
Today I attended a community of practice meeting on artificial intelligence. Communities of practice (CoPs) are a great way of sharing and understanding different ways of working. I’ve been e…
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
Bad news for many. "There's enormous risks. It's not a trivial condition." The narrative around ADHD can be trivialising. Undiagnosed in some groups for decades - the demand shift is not surprising. Diagnosis can bring life-changing relief, self-acceptance & help. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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ADHD services shutting door to new NHS patients as demand soars, BBC finds
A BBC investigation finds that a host of areas in England are closing waiting lists and others are rationing care.
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
My latest video on how to use AI and voice notes to to help feedback creation - I found this aids reflection, helps ensure feedback is personal, and it does not outsource thinking or judgment vm.tiktok.com/ZNdwRYXK9/
Create feedback with pocket tools video
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Peter Goodyear @petergoodyear.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
This is a really important issue. Who is doing good work on it? wonkhe.com/blogs/studen...
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Students taking resits need specific support
There’s a notable absence of consideration for students taking resits in both pedagogical and policy conversations. Karen Lander sets out the need for change There’s a striking absence of consideratio...
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 25/10/2025
This is a bit of an experiment to with TikTok videos for me - my first one is about a workflow I’ve been using to tidy and speed up feedback without eroding my own voice and judgment vm.tiktok.com/ZNdc6YYB2/
Create efficient feedback with pocket tools without losing the personal touch
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
I’d highlight the work of UKAT on this - that have great workshops/webinars available
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
A5 Dogs, cats and pets. Sharing these brings comfort and joy. Sparks conversations too. Here’s my crazy 🐶 (yes on my desk chair 🤦🏻‍♀️)
Dog at a desk
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
A4 - model balance and boundaries as best we can (out of hours messaging etc), set clear expectations and provide simple and clear signposts, and be our authentic selves … mainly that #LTHEChat
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
Care, signposting, assessment support (esp. exemplars), Choice in feedback volume and focus, but mainly care! Colleagues actively use an active approach to fostering psychological safety #LTHEChat
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
Thinking about the pressures students are under with over 60% working in term time (AHE/HEPI) #LTHEchat we need to design education for the reality.
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
Valuable insight into students’ working patterns @advancehe.bsky.social @hepi-news.bsky.social -a call to structure courses that recognise @many of our students have far more substantial commitments outside of education than they have ever had” 👏 www.advance-he.ac.uk/news-and-vie...
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The risks of eroding work and study conditions for students | Advance HE
Professor Antony C. Moss, London South Bank University and Jonathan Neves, Advance HE, explore in greater depth the patterns of work and study which students are now reporting.
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Chris Thomson @cbthomson.bsky.social · 11/09/2025
PODCAST - I got to speak to Teti Dragas from Durham Uni and Richard Beggs of Ulster Uni about #digitalstorytelling and authentic assessment for the @jisc.bsky.social Beyond the Tech podcast. They had some really interesting things to say. Check it out. www.jisc.ac.uk/podcasts/bey...
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Beyond the Technology: digital storytelling and assessment - Jisc
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
Interesting how many students don’t use AI and how vague guidance remains - feel like it’s time we did better on providing clarity ⬇️
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 08/09/2025
Through a knowledge exchange event between our university and a local schools trust, we were able to share Mentoring Lessons from PSF Provision that may be usable by others - perhaps mentoring skills really are universal? lydiaarnold.net/2025/09/07/6...
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6 Mentoring Lessons (shared between HE and School)
Earlier last month I led a ‘training’ session on mentoring for colleagues at a local School Trust (as this is a personal rather than an institutional platform, I won’t name them here). In preparati…
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 05/08/2025
A useful appraisal of AI tools for assessment question writing … ‘AI tools can be useful as scaffolding tools for inclusive assessment design, when paired with informed human judgement’
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 31/07/2025
A really useful article and model - thanks for sharing this.
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Dr Lynette Pretorius @drlpretorius.bsky.social · 30/07/2025
Our framework for the ethical use of GenAI in research has been formally published!! Visual framework shown below to share 🙂 You can read more about it in our blog post, which includes the link to the full paper (open access - link in thread). #AcademicSky #ScienceSky #Research #GenAI
A circular diagram illustrating the ETHICAL Framework for Responsible Generative AI Use. The central acronym "ETHICAL" is surrounded by seven labeled segments forming a wheel. Each letter of "ETHICAL" corresponds to a principle: E – Examine policies and guidelines; T – Think about the social impacts; H – Harness understanding of the technology; I – Indicate use; C – Critically engage with outputs; A – Access secure versions; L – Look at user agreements. To the right of the wheel is the title: The ETHICAL Framework for Responsible Generative AI Use. Beneath the title is the full citation for the source.
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Leon Furze @leonfurze.com · 30/07/2025
ChatGPT has released its new 'Study Mode'. What is it, and will it actually help students to learn? Or is it simply a way for OpenAI to reclaim territory from third party edtech? #ArtificialIntelligence #AIEducation #AIEdu #AIInEd #AIInEdu
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First Impressions of ChatGPT’s Study Mode
ChatGPT has released its new 'Study Mode'. What is it, and will it actually help students to learn? Or is it simply a way for OpenAI to reclaim territory from third party edtech?
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Jim Dickinson @jimdickinson.bsky.social · 29/07/2025
"Chinese universities want students to use more AI, not less"
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Chinese universities want students to use more AI, not less
Unlike the West, where universities are still agonizing over how students use AI in their work, top universities in China are going all in.
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 29/07/2025
Best description of blandly created content I’ve seen - ‘a big bowl of bland, flavorless word salad’. Nice article showing the importance of engagement and discussion around AI in writing. Also shows AI perspectives evolve a journey - nuance comes through reflection.
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 20/06/2025
Congrats to my colleague Simon Segar on his study on the experiences of autistic students. The work builds insight into students' nuanced, lived experiences; presents ideas on how we might better support students; & demonstrates compassionate practitioner inquiry. nadp-uk.org/https-nadp-u...
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 19/06/2025
Here is a quick summary of our Leading Strategic Change in Assessment Masterclass session this morning at #AHEConference25 #AHEConf2025 #AHEConference2025, it has the pictures of the session outputs to share too ..... lydiaarnold.net/2025/06/19/l...
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Leading Strategic Change in Assessment #AHEConference2025
This morning I ran an invited workshop, with Dr Iain McDonald of Cumbria University, at the Assessment in Higher Education Conference 2025 in Manchester. One of my favourite conferences, just by th…
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 19/06/2025
Great start to #AHEConference2025 - I got to lead a workshop looking at assessment change (lots of engagement and ideas) and now at the mini keynotes - always such a valuable conference.
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
A5 for ‘us’ to be curious to keep sight of issues and share these with students - make a community of curiosity and inquiry rather than one off moments #LTHEChat
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
Expecting setting can help, but it does need active facilitation to navigate the domination issue #LTHEChat
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
Love a think pair share - or variants - always a winner!
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
A2 conversation, quizzes, listening to the buzz in the room to see what the issues are, asking people ‘what is most difficult /confusing etc’ instead of just asking for any questions. #LTHEChat
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Prof Lydia Arnold @lydiaarnold.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
Agree and I wonder how too many tightly set learning outcomes impact our confidence to wonder off those wonderful tracks #LTHEChat
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