Digital Learning Team
Meet the Digital Learning Team
The Digital Learning team comprises 4 functional areas - Educational Technology, Learning Design, Digital Learning Faculty Support, and the Management and Projects team - as well as cross-team working groups with a specific pedagogic focus and interest. We work alongside and consult with academics and departments to design courses and use multimedia and online learning tools to create educational experiences.
Helen Brown
Please introduce yourself and tell us a bit about your role in the Digital Learning team
I began as an Administrative Assistant in the Digital Learning team, providing support by arranging meetings, managing enquiries, co-ordinating team news, and assisting with tasks like assigning support requests and scheduling lecture capture. I'm now on secondment in the team to the role of Educational Technologies Co-ordinator, supporting staff on our learning platforms, resolving queries, developing resources and collaborating on projects to enhance educational experiences.
How did you come to work in DL? Have you always worked in this area?
I joined Warwick in 2017 from another university and moved into the Digital Learning team in August 2024. I have previously worked in roles in the Doctoral College and Awards and Ceremonies teams. I decided to apply for the role because the area of digital learning is rapidly growing and ever changing and so it was an opportunity to develop my own skills and knowledge too.
Which digital learning tools do you like to use?
I enjoy using Padlet as it’s easy and intuitive to use with the drag and drop function. I find it a good tool for brainstorming, sharing ideas and group work with other team members in real time.
I like that digital learning creates opportunities for everyone to learn in ways that best suit their needs beyond traditional learning routes, making learning more flexible and inclusive. I find that very inspiring and exciting to be a part of.
What’s your favourite part of working in Digital Learning, or at Warwick?
I enjoy working at Warwick because there is always something happening, and I love the buzz of the campus when it's full of students and activities. I appreciate the flexibility working here gives me and that there are so many networking groups available to be involved in. I took part in Springboard, a development programme for women and really value having those kinds of opportunities to learn at work. Working in Digital Learning gives me a great position to keep up to date with the advancements in educational technology.