Posts By: Debbie Holley

“The oversight of mathematics, statistics and numeracy support provision at university level: a guide for Pro-Vice-Chancellors”

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Those of you whose Learning Development provision includes maths support might be interested in the “cross posting” below….   =====   Dear sigma Network,   Just a reminder that the recent sigma publication “The oversight of mathematics, statistics and numeracy support provision at university level: a guide for Pro-Vice-Chancellors” is now available on our website at:… Read more » about “The oversight of mathematics, statistics and numeracy support provision at university level: a guide for Pro-Vice-Chancellors”

Leading technology-enhanced learning online toolkit

Thank you to Chris Fowler for sharing We’re pleased to share with you the latest addition to our Research and Development series which focuses on examining how strategic change initiatives and the embedding of technological developments in institutions may enhance students’ experience of higher education. One specific strategic change-focused initiative was central to our examination… Read more » about Leading technology-enhanced learning online toolkit

New OECD guidelines on research ethics and new forms of data

Thank you to the UK data service for the orginal post New kinds of data are rapidly becoming available in massive quantities, providing a record of the transactions we carry out, the communications we make and other social and economic activities. These data offer significant potential for research, with the possibility of new insights and… Read more » about New OECD guidelines on research ethics and new forms of data

HEA launches a Patchwork Assessment Practice Guide

Apologies for cross posting, PGCert colleagues and others interested in patchwork texts may be interested This Guide helps practitioners to develop patchwork assessment processes across a range of domains and aids subsequent implementation at institutional and practitioner levels. It provides practitioners with a set of overarching principles for implementing successful patchwork assessment processes. In addition,… Read more » about HEA launches a Patchwork Assessment Practice Guide

Policy update:

===Colleagues, please see below the recent policy update from Jane Forster, OVC, note short survey for any staff who are Governors/ work with schools=== Dear all Schools that work for everyone consultation In addition to the consultation workshop (second one on 17th November) we have set up a short survey for staff members who have… Read more » about Policy update:

‘LEARN HOW TO STUDY: Developing the study skills and approaches to learning that will help you succeed in university’

  Apologies for cross posting, but a fabulous opportunity to get a free book (and recommend to your students) Announcing the return of ‘LEARN HOW TO STUDY: Developing the study skills and approaches to learning that will help you succeed in university’ Dear colleagues:   I am posting here in the understanding that we share… Read more » about ‘LEARN HOW TO STUDY: Developing the study skills and approaches to learning that will help you succeed in university’

Skills learners’ expectations and experiences of technology Jisc Webinar 23 November

Dear colleagues,   We would like to invite you to participate in our Jisc webinar on learners’ expectations and experiences of the digital environment in apprenticeships, adult and community learning and prisons taking place online on Wednesday 23 November at 13:00 – 14:00.   The webinar offers an overview of the key findings from the… Read more » about Skills learners’ expectations and experiences of technology Jisc Webinar 23 November

OER17: The Politics of Open 5 & 6 April 2017

OER17: The Politics of Open 5 & 6 April 2017, Resource for London, UK OER17 presents an opportunity for open practitioners, activists, educators and policy makers to come together as a community to reflect on The Politics of Open. What are our current key challenges and strengths – locally, nationally, and internationally? What are our… Read more » about OER17: The Politics of Open 5 & 6 April 2017

CEL ‘iInnovate’ workshops at Lansdowne Campus

Colleagues, Further opportunities to attend the CEL workshops around innovation and trying something different in your practice. Friday 25th November 2016 10.00 – 12.00 EB203 Engaging 21st Century learners – a curriculum (re)design workshop Debbie Holley & Anne Quinney Monday 28th November 12.00 – 13.00 EB303 Large group teaching Lunchtime talk/ presentation facilitated by Debbie… Read more » about CEL ‘iInnovate’ workshops at Lansdowne Campus