Today I’m learning about VOLE. Apparently that’s something to do with Virtual and Online Learning Environments…
I’ll let you know what that means as the day progresses.
This morning we have been looking at MOODLE. We’re playing with forums, profiles, feedback, messages and stuff. Good fun.
The afternoon was spent doing more of the same. We each have our own little Moodle sandpit to build stuff. It looks like an interesting tool but I’m yet to be convinced that it would be worth investing in the hosting costs for us yet.
Lunchtime was an unexpected surprise. We went to the church next door to the London office. Lumen URC has been completely renovated and is now a stunning space.
It has meeting rooms, a multi faith prayer space, a sanctuary, a cloistered courtyard and a soon to be open vegetarian cafe. It is quite simply stunning. If you are passing Tavistock Place in London then go and have a look at what a falling down 50s building can be transformed into.
Perhaps that was a bit of a metaphor for the the day? Is VLE something that can transform learning in the church? Will it help to engage people? Will it bring new life to an old idea?