The next meeting of the National Forum Associates Assembly will take place in Dublin on 19 May 2020. The Assembly is comprised of two representatives from each higher education institution, who meet as a collective twice per year to hear about and provide input into the work of the National Forum and its partners. The…
Learning Outcomes Discuss the impact of research on your professional development Explore the concept of collaborative professionalism and build networks Build a shared expertise of educational research to support your professional growth Source evidence of the impact of educational research and utilise it in your practice Identify and explore with colleagues the synergies between your…
This webinar will explore how to share resources which you have developed as open educational resources (OER) in order to facilitate sharing and reuse by others. Key topics will include choosing an open licence, creating an open licence, and considerations for sharing and reuse. The webinar will use the National Forum Open Licensing Toolkit as a reference…
Learning Outcomes Discuss participant's provision of undergraduate psychology as they are challenged to evaluate and develop their current systems in a rapidly evolving environment (e.g. changes to learner profile, mode and timing of engagement, market and progression route drivers) while maintaining alignment to professional body requirements Reflect on best practice in teaching and learning with…
This online workshop is an early bird National Seminar Series 2020/21 event, our full 2020/21 series calendar will launch on 1 October 2020. Learning Outcomes • Identify and understand the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) • Learn how to ensure resources created for students are accessible • Gain insight into the practical application…
Learning Objectives • Identify and understand the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) • Learn how to ensure resources created for students are accessible • Gain insight into the practical application of UDL principles in both face-to-face and remote educational settings and in particular to assessment and feedback practices • Learn how to transform…
Learning Objectives • Reflect on the diversity of learners on their modules and/or in their institutions • Gain an introductory understanding of the Universal Design for Learning framework and how it can support diverse learners • Consider how they can align changes in their practice with a UDL approach • Consider undertaking the National Forum…
Learning Objectives • Demonstrate the ability to apply virtual/remote work practices in order to enhance learning and teaching delivery • Identify the environmental problems associated with virtual/remote working, and engage in problem solving strategies to provide suitable solutions • Demonstrate the ability to evaluate, integrate, and apply appropriate virtual work practices into learning and teaching…
Learning Objectives • Discuss issues relating to quality assurance, ethics and academic integrity in the online learning environment • Identify barriers and enablers to trust for both staff and students in the online learning environment • Identify and employ resources to promote ethical practice for students and staff • Explore opportunities related to current practice…
