The module explores underpinning concepts relating to the successful adoption of new and innovative digital technologies and tools in blended and online education. In introducing a broad and adaptive range of ideas and case studies, it takes into consideration international, cultural and language diversity.Principles of play - approaches and digital tools relating to motivations of play, including gamification, interactive artefacts, digital storytelling, ARGs and virtual worlds.Principles of exploration and discovery – approaches and digital tools relating to motivations of exploration and discovery, including location-based apps, geo-guides and augmented reality.Principles of digital reward – approaches and digital tools relating to motivators of reward, including digital badges, digital currency and incentive.Principles of engagement – approaches and digital tools relating to motivators of engagement, including social media, MOOCs, open practice, crowd wisdom.Principles of digital literacy – understanding of the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for engagement with digital tools and technologies.