The aim of this research was to gain an in-depth understanding into how small-island colleges in the British Isles
responded to the challenges of delivering vocational courses during the pandemic, and how they experienced
online learning during lockdown. Specifically, reflecting on their experiences in adapting vocational courses
online and how they changed their teaching and learning strategies. This study draws on interviews from tutors,
students and senior leadership teams (SLTs) across four small-island colleges and is guided by the following
research questions:
- How has British island college provision of VET courses been adapted online during the Covid-19 crisis?
- What have been the benefits and drawbacks of online learning during the pandemic?
- How will future provision at the British island colleges change based on lessons learned during this crisis?
Authors:
- Dana Dabbous
- Kat Emms
- Holly Henderson
- Andrea Laczik
