I work collaboratively with my University colleagues to promote the effective use of Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL), ensuring digital tools enrich teaching practice and enhance the student experience. I am the key contact for Learning Capture within the TEL team, supporting the strategic development of the tool at the University.
My background is in language teaching and learning technologies. I spent 15 years as an English as a Foreign Language teacher in private language schools, further and higher education, in the UK and Germany. My passion for technology-enhanced learning led me to a dedicated TEL role in education, where I’ve worked closely with educators to explore digital solutions through training and consultancy.
My areas of expertise include online and blended learning design, digital pedagogies, lecture capture, immersive technologies (AR, VR, 360 video), and technology-enhanced language acquisition. I have a particular interest in how digital tools can foster active and collaborative learning, improve accessibility, and support innovative teaching practices.
I’ve completed the Advance HE Aurora Women in Leadership Programme.
Qualifications:
MA German Language and Literature (2002)
BA (Hons) German and Music (2000)
CELTA – International House London (2009)
DTTLS – Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (2015)
Publications and presentations include:
Herrod, E. (2019) VR and AR in the Language Classroom (webinar for The Consultants-E).
Herrod, E. (2018) For the love of LEGO! Teaching and Creativity in a Language Classroom, Paris: TESOL France.
Herrod, E. (2018) Developing essential constructive relationships between Learning Technologies, IT and MIS in the FE sector, AOSEC Digital Leaders SIG.
Herrod, E. (2016) FELTAG 2016: Effectively Transitioning to Digital Further Education (Inside Government), Chaired by Professor Diana Laurillard: Use of Skype and Web Conferencing Tools in 2nd Language Classrooms.
Herrod, E. and Saili, J. (2014) Flippin’ Facebook – Use of social media communities to aid language learning, at NATECLA National Conference, Sheffield University.
Herrod, E. (2012) Teaching with bricks. HispaBrick Magazine (English Edition), [online] (14), pp.32-34. Available at: https://issuu.com/hispabrickmagazine/docs/_hbm014_ing_issuu.