There is a plethora of research evidence to suggest that Black and minority ethnic students remain disadvantaged in education; this takes place at all levels. Black pupils are more likely to be excluded in schools and when making the transition to higher education they are less likely to attend elite and Russell Group universities, less … Continue reading “Inclusive practice must first begin in the classroom. By Kalwant Bhopal”
Do you have any questions for Chris Millward, the new Director for Fair Access and Participation’ at the Office for Students? (by Kathy Armour)
Chris Millward has been appointed as the new ‘Director for Fair Access and Participation’ at the Office for Students (OfS). He is visiting our University later this week, and I wondered whether staff or students had any questions that I might put to him on your behalf? The OfS is positioned as a regulator with considerable … Continue reading “Do you have any questions for Chris Millward, the new Director for Fair Access and Participation’ at the Office for Students? (by Kathy Armour)”
What is ‘inclusive education’ at a selective, research-intensive university? By Nicola Gale and Matthew Francis
While universities play a variety of important social and economic roles, one of the most important is helping young people fulfil their intellectual potential and thereby achieve their ambitions. Yet, although universities have a clear duty to promote the participation of students from all backgrounds, students from some backgrounds remain under-represented across higher education, while … Continue reading “What is ‘inclusive education’ at a selective, research-intensive university? By Nicola Gale and Matthew Francis”
What is Teaching Excellence in Higher Education?
Teaching Excellence in Higher Education Dear Colleagues, I thought you might be interested in this Blog that I wrote for the HEA’s discussion about ‘Teaching Excellence for Student Success’. I have pasted the Bolg below and, as you will see, I have commented on ‘research-intensive teaching/learning’, and I have shared the work we are doing … Continue reading “What is Teaching Excellence in Higher Education?”
The use of Teaching Films in blended and distance learning: Is good engagement good learning? By Tom Harrison
Birmingham Digital, I think, is rightly a major theme of this round of the Big Conversation. In a previous piece I outlined a healthy scepticism about the use of technology in Higher Education. In this post, I consider a particular digital issue – the use of ‘teaching films’ in distance- and blended-learning programmes. We … Continue reading “The use of Teaching Films in blended and distance learning: Is good engagement good learning? By Tom Harrison”
Defining and Delivering ‘Research-Intensive Learning and Teaching’ at the University of Birmingham. (Kathy Armour)
Defining and delivering ‘Research-Intensive Learning and Teaching’ at the University of Birmingham. On Monday 23rd October 2017, we are reopening the Big Conversation for dialogue across the University on the topic of our distinctive ‘value proposition’ for students. By any international measure, UK Higher Education is extraordinarily successful. Yet, despite that success on the global stage, … Continue reading “Defining and Delivering ‘Research-Intensive Learning and Teaching’ at the University of Birmingham. (Kathy Armour)”
Engaging the curriculum through research – Petia Petrova
Engaging the curriculum through research Inspired by our 2017 T&L Conference, I thought about the organising principles behind all the outstanding work that currently take place at Birmingham in relation to research intensive teaching. I was reminded of some of my past thinking on this topic, and considered – whether I may find there some … Continue reading “Engaging the curriculum through research – Petia Petrova”
Research-led/intensive/informed-teaching/learning etc… By Kathy Armour
Dear Colleagues I look forward to discussing the issues around ‘research-led’ teaching and learning at the Teaching Academy Conference on the 4th July. I am planning to launch a series of conversations on this topic in the autumn – so please feel free to start blogging as a follow up to the Teaching Academy session. … Continue reading “Research-led/intensive/informed-teaching/learning etc… By Kathy Armour”
Student Futures Competition – Announcement of Winners
Thank you to all those who entered the Student Futures Competition, as part of the Big Conversation. The panel were very impressed by the quality of the entries that were submitted. The winning, and commended, entries can be found below and we would encourage colleagues to read and engage with the visions expressed. Winners Jenna … Continue reading “Student Futures Competition – Announcement of Winners”
Let’s talk about assessment…
Alison Broad (Primary Education and Early Years), Tom Harrison (Education), Duc Pham (Mechanical Engineering), Clare Ray (Institute of Clinical Sciences), Chris Ribchester (Academic Practice Advisor/Geography), Nicola Taylor (Academic Writing Advisor/College of Arts and Law) The recent Distinguished Fellows Think Tank provided an all too rare opportunity for colleagues from across the University to share their … Continue reading “Let’s talk about assessment…”