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
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Tuesday, January 27, 2015
Monday, November 17, 2014
Workshop - Deep Reflection: Introduction to Contemplative Practices in Higher Education
Tuesday 25 November 2014
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
Key Contact: Iddo Oberski
Register: CapAdmin
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
Key Contact: Iddo Oberski
Register: CapAdmin
Thursday, October 9, 2014
Mindfulness, Contemplation, Meditation for QMU Staff & Students
QMU staff and students are invited to the workshops, courses, and drop-in sessions provided by Dr Iddo Oberski (Centre for Academic Practice), Dr Michele Hipwell (Psychology and Sociology) and Dr Avinash Bansode (MindfullyBeing - www.mindfullybeing.co.uk )
Drop-In Sessions:
Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the academic year 12:15-13:15
Tuesdays led by Dr Bansode. Thursdays are self-led or led by Dr. Oberski
The sessions are free of charge. Rooms vary - details available on this blog.
Free introductory 'taster' sessions:
11 November 11:15-12:15
17 October & 14 November 12:15-13:15
Mindfulness Foundation (8 week) Courses
For students: Weekly on Fridays 30 January -20 March 2015 8:45-11:15 + Saturday 7 March 9:30-4:00pm. Led by Dr. Hipwell (£50 charge)
For Staff: Weekly on Wednesdays 28 January -18 March 2015 1:30-4:00pm + Saturday 7 March 9:30-4:00pm. Led by Dr. Bansode (£75 charge)
The 8-week course provides a foundation for your own meditation practices. If you are new to meditation and want to be supported in developing a regular practice, then this is the course for you. If you already have your own practice, the course will help you deepen it. It aims to assist you in dealing with what can be stressful and challenging for you and helps you to take better care of yourself and get the most out of your life.
The aim of the programme is to learn new ways to handle challenges in both work and study. The course is mostly practical with daily practice homework and some basic recommended reading. There's no academic credit associated with the course. The fee is subsidised (normal price £250) so make sure you book early (payment required at time of booking)
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Register by contacting CapAdmin@qmu.ac.uk
Thursday, September 25, 2014
CAP Workshop - Deep Reflection: Introduction to Contemplative Practices in Higher Education
09 October 2014
11:15 - 12:15
UKPSF References: A1, A2, A4, A5, K1, K2, K6, V1, V2, V3
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
For more information, Contact Dr. Iddo Oberski
To register, contact CapAdmin
11:15 - 12:15
UKPSF References: A1, A2, A4, A5, K1, K2, K6, V1, V2, V3
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
For more information, Contact Dr. Iddo Oberski
To register, contact CapAdmin
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