Introduction:
This research presents the teaching, learning and collaborative work experience of using Google Drawings as a digital (virtual) platform employed by the author for over five years (2020-2024) at Sheffield Hallam University.

This paper draws from author’s teaching and learning experience at Sheffield Hallam University and based Google Drawings, PebblePad and Sandpit platforms have enhanced the teaching and learning experience.

The author has identified significant benefits by adopting Google Drawings for students and staff which provides convenience, accessible, downloadable, user-friendly, enhances group and active learning with active engagement and retaining knowledge.

Methodology – A survey was sent out on Google Form to a potential of 164 participants (155 students) and 9 staff.

Results – The result has been collated from 11 (7%) respondents who identified significant benefits and some minor challenges.

Significance – it has significant benefits for higher education and in line with increased societal trends on online activities and across industries.

Authors:
Tilahun Mekonnen, Sheffield Hallam University, United Kingdom

About the Presenter(s)
Dr Tilahun Mekonnen is a University Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer at Sheffield Hallam University in United Kingdom

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