In a digital world, information is everywhere, in a mobile phone, a fitness tracker and our brains. Not a science fiction film but the learning theory of connectivism. The HEFi19 conference looks to the 4th Industrial Revolution and how the development of artificial intelligence and automation continues to take advantage of big data to change … Continue reading “Learning and teaching in a digitally connected world: Connectivism – Adam Matthews (External Relations)”
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Let’s talk about inequalities, inclusion and belonging – by Prof. Kathy Armour, PVC Education
In order to open the Big Conversation 2019, I thought it would be helpful to consider the issue of inequalities. While it is difficult to prioritise any one of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, the challenge to reduce inequalities is particularly pertinent. In our University, we can see inequalities in action because we have … Continue reading “Let’s talk about inequalities, inclusion and belonging – by Prof. Kathy Armour, PVC Education”
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)”
Developing a “Research-Active” Curriculum
It is clear that a research-intensive university should be structured and organised around a strong emphasis on developing a “research-active” curriculum that socialises students into inquiry-based learning from day one. By 2026, students’ successful transition from university to professional life will require the ability to resolve problems in an analytic manner, to evaluate evidence and … Continue reading “Developing a “Research-Active” Curriculum”