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Welcome to CADI – Teaching Excellence in Portsmouth

The Centre for Academic and Digital Innovation (CADI) at the University of Portsmouth supports staff in delivering high-quality, innovative teaching. Our experts in digital learning, learning design and education technology work across the university to create engaging, consistent and future-ready learning experiences.

Level up your teaching with our CPD workshops

Our CPD workshops support and inspire staff across the University, with sessions on AI in education, assessment and feedback, closing awarding gaps, student engagement, curriculum design and more. Each interactive session provides practical tools, fresh ideas and opportunities to connect with colleagues. If you need assistance with booking a place on one of our CPD sessions then please contact the events team at cadi.port.ac.uk.

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CPD and Support

Browse the tabs to view upcoming sessions by month, or select CPD and Support above to see all session dates, outlines and learning objectives. Click on any session to open Docebo and reserve your place.

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Stay connected with CADI

Keep up with all the latest updates, news and hot topics from our team.
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L&T Conference 2026

Join the Learning and Teaching Conference 2026: Teach Well for Connected Curriculum Success.

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Connected Curriculum

The Connected Curriculum is our new course design approach, supporting inclusive practice and future-ready learning, with adoption starting in 2026.

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AI in Learning and Teaching

Explore how AI is shaping higher education with practical guidance, examples and resources to support ethical and effective use.

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The Student Experience

This guidance helps staff understand the wider student experience at Portsmouth, from independence and social life to the challenges of university life, so we can better support them.

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Connected Curriculum

The Connected Curriculum is our new course design approach, supporting inclusive practice and future-ready learning, with adoption starting in 2026.

View guidance
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The Student Experience

This guidance helps staff understand the wider student experience at Portsmouth, from independence and social life to the challenges of university life, so we can better support them.

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Moodle

Follow our Moodle Cloud Move Tracker to stay informed about the progress, key milestones and important updates related to our transition to the cloud-based platform.

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Current Position on Exams (June 2025)

The University is moving from memory-based exams to inclusive, authentic and AI-aware assessments.

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CADI News

Stay up to date with the latest news, insights and events.
 

CADI Connect

Your monthly update on all things learning, teaching and innovation.
 

Let's work together

Find out how CADI can support you in your teaching.
Areas of Activity

At the University of Portsmouth, we’re passionate about impactful Learning and Teaching. Explore our key priorities below:

CPD and Support

Looking to enhance your Moodle modules, explore new teaching tools, record a podcast or expand your skills with workshops and events? Visit our CPD and Support section for the guidance you need.