Workshop - Deep Reflection: Introduction to Contemplative Practices in H.E.

Tuesday 10th February 11:15-12:15
UKPSF: 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


Contact: Iddo Oberski
Register: CapAdmin

Workshop - How Effective and Efficient is your Assessment?

Monday 9th February 12:15 - 13:15
UKPSF ref: A1, A2, A3, K1, K2, V1, V2


We are all under increasing time pressure, so how can we assess well, without buckling under the strain? In this workshop we will discuss ways of making assessment more efficient, without losing benefits to students.


Arranged by Iddo Oberski
Register: CapAdmin

CAP Workshop - How Effective and Efficient is your Assessment?

Thursday 30th October 2014 14:15-15:15


We are all under increasing time pressure, so how can we assess well, without buckling under the strain? In this workshop we will discuss ways of making assessment more efficient, without losing benefits to students.


More info: Iddo Oberski
Register: Matt at CapAdmin@qmu.ac.uk

CAP Workshop - Learning from PETL

29th October 2014
12:30 - 14:00
UKPSF Reference: A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, K2, K3, V1, V3, V4




In 2013-14, funding was available for staff from all areas of the University to bid for support with expanding the reach of the Developing and Supporting the Curriculum Enhancement Theme (http://www.enhancementthemes.ac.uk/). Six projects were funded, and this dissemination event will tell you about their findings on topics as diverse as Senior students tutoring junior students in practical classes; Student Led Teaching Awards; Sustainability in the Curriculum; Collaborative curriculum development; Feedback practices in Drama, and Grad Schools


For more information, contact Dr. Sally Anderson or Prof. Veronica Bamber
To register your place, contact CapAdmin