Friday, August 22, 2014

I am exited to finally see the outcome of a book project edited by Peter Lake and Prudence Layne! Global Innovation of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education: Transgressing Boundaries (Professional Learning and Development in Schools and Higher Education) is anticipated to be available from mid November.  There is a chapter about contemplative practices at QMU. It's a bit expensive though so might be a good one for the library. http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/3319104810 

Thursday, August 14, 2014

Introductions to contemplation and mindfulness

The Centre for Academic Practice is offering several sessions to introduce people to the idea and practice of contemplation and mindfulness in general and within the context of higher education. Most of these sessions will be followed by a lunch-time drop-in contemplation/mindfulness session.

These sessions are scheduled as follows, rooms to be confirmed:

Introductory sessions to contemplation, mindfulness and the the 8-week foundation course

Dr Avinash Bansode (www.mindfullybeing.co.uk): Tuesdays 14/10 and 11/11: 11:15-12:15 h

Dr Michele Hipwell: Fridays 17/10 and 14/11 12:15-1:15

Introduction to contemplative practices in higher education

Deep Reflection: Introduction to Contemplative Practices in Higher Education
Dr Iddo Oberski. 11:15-12:15 Dates as follows:

09/10/2014
25/11/2014
10/02/2015
12/03/2015

PLease check the CAP website for updates: http://www.qmu.ac.uk/cap/LandTWkshopsHome.htm

Wednesday, August 13, 2014

8-week Mindfulness Foundation Courses for 2014-15. Book now to ensure your place! (QMU only)

Dr Michele Hipwell and Dr Avinash Bansode, both expert mindfulness practitioners, will once again be running the 8-week Mindfulness Foundation Course. The 8-week course consists of one 2.5 h long meeting per week, plus a whole day 'retreat' at the University. The course provides an excellent foundation for anyone wanting to become more familiar with mindfulness meditation. The course will also support you in developing your own practice, which is vital if you wish to experience the potential benefits of this practice for yourself.

Prices (internal to QMU only) as follows to be paid in advance:

Staff course (Dr Bansode): £75
Student course (Dr Hipwell): £50

Staff (Avinash): 28/1; 4/2; 11/2; 18/2; 25/2; 4/3; Retreat on 7/3; 11/3; 18/3
Wednesdays: 1:30-4 pm

Students (Michele): 30/1; 6/2; 13/2; 20/2; 27/2; Retreat on 7/3; 13/3; 20/3
Fridays 8:45-11 am

For more information please contact Dr Iddo Oberski (ioberski[at]qmu.ac.uk). To book your place please contact Matt Sanders (capadmin[at]qmu.ac.uk).