As mentioned in a brief post on the Academy Facebook page yesterday, my quietness online reflects concentration of thought & activity in developing new ideas and materials (as is usual). Since the HOD event (& completion of the 'Seeking Sophie 'Time Tec' Challenge) I've been working on digital 'cultural heritage experiences' for winter (hopefully for Christmas - though as explained on Facebook, technical issues continue to delay progress).
Earlier this year I completed what is effectively an e-book on the Regency Christmas - focusing on Derby & Derbyshire in the late 1790s - 1820s - which will form part of the 'course materials' for a digital learning package. I'm now tweaking this a little to better fit the other materials that I intend to add.
I'm also working on a digital package - designed for cold winter evenings beside the fire! - that explores beliefs & practices in the area at this time relating to ghosts & the dead.
I'm experimenting with new resources & technologies, to see what formats work best (within the framework of extending access by keeping costs low, having to employ software that's free to the public, & does not require the involvement of an app producer / computer programmer!). So I'm still at the developmental stage for some elements of the packages. But the challenge is proving to be as enjoyable as it is demanding, and I hope that those who engage with these materials find as much amusement as I have in their making.
I shall explain content in more detail when closer to the release date - so watch this space!
Update: Experimentation continues on a wide range of more accessible resources, which I hope will be available in time for Xmas 2019.
Update: Experimentation continues on a wide range of more accessible resources, which I hope will be available in time for Xmas 2019.
