Learning Outcomes: Participants will be introduced to the concept of the Vistor and Resident (VanR) map Appreciate the ways that the VandR map can be employed as a professional development tool regarding digital literacy Develop familiarity with existing VandR resources that will enable them to engage in their own professional development and/or assist others.
Learning Outcomes Higher expertise amongst participants on the practical skills necessary for the successful implementation and integration of digital tools and resources The ability to access and work with training modules and templates to facilitate the integration of tools to work on language skills A repository of activities for the teaching and learning of languages…
Learning Outcomes Develop knowledge of Street Law as a teaching technique in university education Appreciate how Street Law empowers and engages students to become better learners and how it is an “assessment AS learning Understand the learner-centred teaching methods that are used in Street Law Gain a deeper understanding of their own thought processes and…
Learning Outcomes: Discuss different theoretical approaches to student assessment and feedback Apply these approaches to adopt an outcomes based approach to curriculum design Consider assessment strategies at modular and programmatic levels so that planning for assessment constructively aligns with both the module and programme learning outcomes Propose methods to ensure the assessment for, as and…
Learning outcomes: To explore the student/educator relationship To consider the role of the practice educator in observation based assessment of student placements To reflect if we impose our own belief systems on students during placement To consider the implications of these observations for both their personal and course level practice
The Programme Assessment Strategies (PASS) project, funded by the National Teaching Fellowship Scheme, aimed to confront a fundamental issue for every HE programme leader: how to design an effective, efficient, inclusive and sustainable assessment strategy which delivers the key programme outcomes. Despite several major national initiatives, assessment remains one of the most challenging areas for…
Learning Outcomes: Participants will learn the affordances of eportfolio for recording and reflecting on Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Participants will be able to identify key elements to include in their own professional portfolio Participants will be able to select an appropriate technology platform for the development of their professional portfolio Participants will design a draft…
This seminar by Professor Ale Armellini of the University of Northampton will present and explore the concept of active blended learning (ABL). ABL denotes activity on the part of teachers and students. A module or a programme is taught through ABL when it deploys consistent use of student-centred activities that support the development of subject…
Learning Outcomes: Appraise ePortfolio use in supporting student success in and through their studies Evaluate current models of ePortfolio use in higher education Identify approaches to using ePortfolios for teaching, learning and assessment Examine the facilitators to ePortfolio use Examine how barrier to ePortfolio use can be addressed
Learning Outcomes Explore definitions of “research-led teaching” and examine one’s own teaching activities through the lens of research (and vice versa) Identify programme-level opportunities for integration of teaching and research within one’s own discipline(s), including opportunities for inter-institutional collaboration Demonstrate basic proficiency with key features of Open Science Framework mapped on to core research skills…
Learning Outcomes: Develop new skills in visual literacy and the use of visual resources in teaching Learn about the latest innovative and engaging approach to visual teaching and learning in higher education termed "Inquiry Graphics", ahead of the Inquiry Graphics book publication Understand how to explore difficult concepts with students and colleagues via graphic resources…
Learning Outcomes: Describe the pedagogic principles that underpin Threshold Concepts Outline the key attributes associated with Threshold Concepts and their application within disciplines Identify activities that embed the principles of Threshold Concepts into day to day teaching Discuss approaches for incorporating Threshold Concept into teaching and learning Eventbrite registration link
Learning Outcomes To gain an overview of best practice across institutions in involving and engaging students as partners in discussions about success To learn from student experiences through engaging students as partners in discussions around success across a range of disciplines To learn from students what their needs are in terms of supports to help…
Learning Outcomes: Demonstrate awareness of how anxiety and stress contribute to challenging learning experiences Identify strategies used to support students in transition to higher education, to manage their emotions and/or enhance their learning Create environments more conducive to learning and help students perform to their potential Demonstrate an insight into the interaction between emotions, the…
Learning Outcome Consider the role of assessment design in promoting academic integrity Integrate Academic Integrity Principles in the assessment design process Evaluate own assessment practice in relation to the Academic Integrity Principles Identify ways of involving students to promote and enhance academic integrity
Learning Outcomes: At the close of this seminar the participants will be enabled to: Create opportunities for networked relationships across the educational sector amongst existing and aspiring leaders Contribute to a discussion on the role leaders play in the ongoing improvement and transformation of education institutions Identify the key trends and developments in educational leadership…
This seminar aims to: Examine context of internationalisation of higher education Overview of teaching and learning context for home and international students Examine internationalisation of the curriculum and pedagogy in practice and benefits for all students Review impact of diverse classrooms on teaching and learning; Overview of teaching strategies Reflect on Challenges and opportunities presented…
Learning Outcomes: Created opportunities for networked relationships across the educational sector amongst existing and aspiring leaders Be able to discuss the role leaders’ play in the ongoing improvement and transformation of education institutions Identify the key trends and developments with respect to educational leadership across the spectrum of education Be aware of national-systemic initiatives in…
Learning Outcomes: Identify the principles and best practice approaches of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Discuss key issues around inclusivity and UDL in Higher Education Institutions Apply the principles of UDL to promote and implement an inclusive teaching andnlearning environment across a range of settings Evaluate the benefits of UDL interventions over time Establish a…
Learning Outcomes: Participants will explore working definitions for ‘Student Success’ for their unit/department/office/campus Participants will be familiar with the research and theory of Student Transitions throughout higher education Participants will be able to identify key transitions, both anticipated and unanticipated, their students may experience and potential strategies to empower Eventbrite registration link will be available…