10:15 - 12:15
This two hour workshop helps participants to identify various sources of funding and offers useful insight into writing a successful grant proposal
Contact: Wendy Beautyman
Register: CapAdmin
RDF: B2, C3
Welcome to Queen Margaret University's Centre for Academic Practice (CAP) Blog, where you can find updates on activities in the Centre, inspiring learning and teaching quotes, and discussion topics around the enhancement of the student experience at QMU.
Wednesday, January 28, 2015
Workshop - Identifying Sources for grant funding/ Writing successful grant proposals
Wednesday 11th February 2015
10:15 - 12:15
This two hour workshop helps participants to identify various sources of funding and offers useful insight into writing a successful grant proposal
Contact: Wendy Beautyman
Register: CapAdmin
RDF: B2, C3
10:15 - 12:15
This two hour workshop helps participants to identify various sources of funding and offers useful insight into writing a successful grant proposal
Contact: Wendy Beautyman
Register: CapAdmin
RDF: B2, C3
Tuesday, January 27, 2015
Workshop - Deep Reflection: Introduction to Contemplative Practices in Higher Education
Tuesday 10th February 2015
11:15 - 12:15
There is evidence that young people are finding it increasingly challenging to concentrate and focus and think deeply. Contemplative practices employ a wide range of approaches to facilitate deep reflection within the context of a subject area, or more generally within the context of life. There is growing evidence that contemplative practices and mindfulness techniques have stress-reducing and health enhancing effects within a wide range of contexts. More recently there has been an expansion of the use of these approaches in Higher Education learning and teaching, particularly in the USA. Regular practice is likely to enhance concentration and focus as well as a more general sense of well-being. This workshop introduces the practice and some of the background theory
Contact: Iddo Oberski
Register: CapAdmin
UKPSF: A1, A2, A4, A5, K1, K2, K6, V1, V2, V3
11:15 - 12:15
There is evidence that young people are finding it increasingly challenging to concentrate and focus and think deeply. Contemplative practices employ a wide range of approaches to facilitate deep reflection within the context of a subject area, or more generally within the context of life. There is growing evidence that contemplative practices and mindfulness techniques have stress-reducing and health enhancing effects within a wide range of contexts. More recently there has been an expansion of the use of these approaches in Higher Education learning and teaching, particularly in the USA. Regular practice is likely to enhance concentration and focus as well as a more general sense of well-being. This workshop introduces the practice and some of the background theory
Contact: Iddo Oberski
Register: CapAdmin
UKPSF: A1, A2, A4, A5, K1, K2, K6, V1, V2, V3
Workshop - Writing for Publication
Tuesday 10th Feb 2015
10:15 - 11:15
This workshop examines various approaches to writing and offers some useful hints on how to get published as well as explaining the need to target your audience and write with them in mind.
Primary Contact: Wendy Beautyman
Register: CapAdmin
RDF: D2, D3
10:15 - 11:15
This workshop examines various approaches to writing and offers some useful hints on how to get published as well as explaining the need to target your audience and write with them in mind.
Primary Contact: Wendy Beautyman
Register: CapAdmin
RDF: D2, D3
Friday, January 16, 2015
Workshop - UK Professional Standards Framework Briefing: How do I meet the standards and why should I?
Tuesday 3rd February 2015
14:15-15:15
The UK Professional Standards Framework
http://www.heacademy.ac.uk/ukpsf covers the main dimensions of teaching and supporting learning within HE. It is written from the perspective of the practitioner and provides a national framework for recognising your L&T experience and expertise.
In this session, we will talk about the different levels of recognition, and how you achieve recognition. If you would like to apply, CAP will help you through the next stages.
Primary Contact: Veronica Bamber
Registration: CapAdmin
UKPSF REF: A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, K1, K2, K3, K4, K5, K6, V1, V2, V3, V4
14:15-15:15
The UK Professional Standards Framework
http://www.heacademy.ac.uk/ukpsf covers the main dimensions of teaching and supporting learning within HE. It is written from the perspective of the practitioner and provides a national framework for recognising your L&T experience and expertise.
In this session, we will talk about the different levels of recognition, and how you achieve recognition. If you would like to apply, CAP will help you through the next stages.
Primary Contact: Veronica Bamber
Registration: CapAdmin
UKPSF REF: A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, K1, K2, K3, K4, K5, K6, V1, V2, V3, V4
Wednesday, January 14, 2015
Workshops - Clickers – using personal response systems (Turning Point) for learning and teaching
Wednesday 28 January 2015
11:15-13:15
Room 1127
UKPSF: K4
Turning Point is a personal voting system that allows tutors to poll students and have the results graphically displayed as part of a PowerPoint presentation. The common name often given to these type of systems is “clickers” - the term “clickers” refers to the small handsets which are used to vote. Personal voting systems can make lectures more interactive – engaging students with the material being taught and giving the tutor an opportunity to provide formative feedback. “Clickers” have also been used to initiate discussions both peer-to-peer and with the tutor, and can be utilised to test students’ grasp of key concepts within the classroom.
Key Contact: Susi Peacock
Register: CapAdmin
11:15-13:15
Room 1127
UKPSF: K4
Turning Point is a personal voting system that allows tutors to poll students and have the results graphically displayed as part of a PowerPoint presentation. The common name often given to these type of systems is “clickers” - the term “clickers” refers to the small handsets which are used to vote. Personal voting systems can make lectures more interactive – engaging students with the material being taught and giving the tutor an opportunity to provide formative feedback. “Clickers” have also been used to initiate discussions both peer-to-peer and with the tutor, and can be utilised to test students’ grasp of key concepts within the classroom.
Key Contact: Susi Peacock
Register: CapAdmin
Tuesday, January 13, 2015
Writing Retreat
Wednesday 21 January 2015
09:00-17:00
Room 3170
RDF Reference: B2 D2
This one day workshop provides an environment where participants are able to work alongside likeminded individuals; you will have the opportunity to discuss your writing with others as well as being offered protected writing time.
Whether you are writing a grant application, a journal article or working on a section of your thesis, this taster course will provide you with the tools you need to succeed.
09:00-17:00
Room 3170
RDF Reference: B2 D2
This one day workshop provides an environment where participants are able to work alongside likeminded individuals; you will have the opportunity to discuss your writing with others as well as being offered protected writing time.
Whether you are writing a grant application, a journal article or working on a section of your thesis, this taster course will provide you with the tools you need to succeed.
Key Contact: Wendy Beautyman
Register: CapAdmin
Monday, January 12, 2015
Workshop - Validation & Review: workshop for Conveners and Panel members
Wednesday 21 January 2015
13:30 - 15:00, Room 2175
UKPSF: A5, K6, V4
This workshop is aimed at academic staff wishing to participate in validation and review as panellists or conveners. It is open to experienced panellists & conveners, as well as staff participating for the first time. Depending on update, the workshop may be split into separate sessions for conveners and panel members to allow for more focussed discussion.
Topics can be tailored to suit participant needs, but will cover a range of V&R aspects, such as preparation, participation and follow-up activities; managing the discussion; agreeing conditions and recommendations; GQE input; and working with professional and statutory bodies. There will be time to explore participants’ challenges and concerns.
13:30 - 15:00, Room 2175
UKPSF: A5, K6, V4
This workshop is aimed at academic staff wishing to participate in validation and review as panellists or conveners. It is open to experienced panellists & conveners, as well as staff participating for the first time. Depending on update, the workshop may be split into separate sessions for conveners and panel members to allow for more focussed discussion.
Topics can be tailored to suit participant needs, but will cover a range of V&R aspects, such as preparation, participation and follow-up activities; managing the discussion; agreeing conditions and recommendations; GQE input; and working with professional and statutory bodies. There will be time to explore participants’ challenges and concerns.
Key Contact: Roni Bamber / Dawn Martin
Register: CapAdmin
Friday, January 9, 2015
Workshop - How to navigate the digital landscape and how to make the internet come to you
Tuesday 20th January 2015
9:15-11:15
Room 1126
RDF Reference: A2, C2
How to navigate the digital landscape and how to make the internet come to you
Workshop
Sheila Williams (LRC) investigates the best way to navigate the seemingly endless and confusing resource that is the internet and offers up some invaluable tips on finding the right information.
Key Contact: Wendy Beautyman
Register: CapAdmin
9:15-11:15
Room 1126
RDF Reference: A2, C2
How to navigate the digital landscape and how to make the internet come to you
Workshop
Sheila Williams (LRC) investigates the best way to navigate the seemingly endless and confusing resource that is the internet and offers up some invaluable tips on finding the right information.
Key Contact: Wendy Beautyman
Register: CapAdmin
Thursday, January 8, 2015
Workshop - UKPSF Writing Blocks
Monday 19 January, 2015
12:15-14:15, Room 2175 (*may change, register to receive updates)
UKPSF A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, K1, K2, K3, K4, K5, K6, V1, V2, V3, V4, V5, V6
These writing blocks provide you with some protected time to get on with writing your UKPSF applications with support from peers and CAP staff.
Come along to a UKPSF briefing, and then sign up to attend the writing blocks. Bring your laptop.
NB It is not required that you attend all writing block sessions - you can dip in when free, but our pilot project found the more writing blocks you attend, the more rapidly you will complete your application.
Key Contact: Roni Bamber
Register: CapAdmin
12:15-14:15, Room 2175 (*may change, register to receive updates)
UKPSF A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, K1, K2, K3, K4, K5, K6, V1, V2, V3, V4, V5, V6
These writing blocks provide you with some protected time to get on with writing your UKPSF applications with support from peers and CAP staff.
Come along to a UKPSF briefing, and then sign up to attend the writing blocks. Bring your laptop.
NB It is not required that you attend all writing block sessions - you can dip in when free, but our pilot project found the more writing blocks you attend, the more rapidly you will complete your application.
Key Contact: Roni Bamber
Register: CapAdmin
Wednesday, January 7, 2015
Workshop - UK Professional Standards Framework Briefing: How do I meet the standards and why should I?
Friday 16 January 2015
14:15-15:15, Room 2177(May change, register to recieve updates)
UKPSF: A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, K1, K2, K3, K4, K5, K6, V1, V2, V3, V4
The UK Professional Standards Framework
http://www.heacademy.ac.uk/ukpsf covers the main dimensions of teaching and supporting learning within HE. It is written from the perspective of the practitioner and provides a national framework for recognising your L&T experience and expertise.
In this session, we will talk about the different levels of recognition, and how you achieve recognition. If you would like to apply, CAP will help you through the next stages.
14:15-15:15, Room 2177(May change, register to recieve updates)
UKPSF: A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, K1, K2, K3, K4, K5, K6, V1, V2, V3, V4
The UK Professional Standards Framework
http://www.heacademy.ac.uk/ukpsf covers the main dimensions of teaching and supporting learning within HE. It is written from the perspective of the practitioner and provides a national framework for recognising your L&T experience and expertise.
In this session, we will talk about the different levels of recognition, and how you achieve recognition. If you would like to apply, CAP will help you through the next stages.
Key Contact: Roni Bamber
Register: CapAdmin
Tuesday, January 6, 2015
Workshop - Programme Leaders Network
Wednesday 14 January 2015
12:15-13:15, Room 3170 (may change, register for the session in order to receive updates)
UKPSF: A1, A4, A5, A6, K2, K3, K6, V2, V3, V4, V5
Bring your lunch. We provide the tea and coffee.
In the Programme leaders network sessions, we discuss various national, university, school, and programme level issues that are likely to affect us throughout the year.
Check our web or intranet sites for more detailed information on the individual sessions
Key Contact: Roni Bamber
Register: CapAdmin
12:15-13:15, Room 3170 (may change, register for the session in order to receive updates)
UKPSF: A1, A4, A5, A6, K2, K3, K6, V2, V3, V4, V5
Bring your lunch. We provide the tea and coffee.
In the Programme leaders network sessions, we discuss various national, university, school, and programme level issues that are likely to affect us throughout the year.
Check our web or intranet sites for more detailed information on the individual sessions
Key Contact: Roni Bamber
Register: CapAdmin
Monday, January 5, 2015
Workshop - Feedback and marking ePortfolios in ATLAS
Tuesday 14 January 2015
10:15-12:15
UKPSF: K4
This workshop introduces tutors to ATLAS – the Active Teaching, Learning and Assessment Space to which learners, organised into groups or sets on workspaces, submit work from Pebble+ for feedback, peer review, or validation. At this workshop we will provide an introduction to the ATLAS dashboard, discuss workspace administration and outline the steps of the standard assessment process.
We will also demonstrate the functionality of assessment tools, including formative and summative feedback, grading, and comment banks and feedback templates for streamlining feedback. There will be opportunities for hands-on practice and discussion.
10:15-12:15
UKPSF: K4
This workshop introduces tutors to ATLAS – the Active Teaching, Learning and Assessment Space to which learners, organised into groups or sets on workspaces, submit work from Pebble+ for feedback, peer review, or validation. At this workshop we will provide an introduction to the ATLAS dashboard, discuss workspace administration and outline the steps of the standard assessment process.
We will also demonstrate the functionality of assessment tools, including formative and summative feedback, grading, and comment banks and feedback templates for streamlining feedback. There will be opportunities for hands-on practice and discussion.
Key Contact: Sue Murray
Register: CapAdmin
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