CEDaR Lunchtime Events 2011 2012 A programme of learning, teaching and research seminars and workshops held on Wednesdays between 1pm and 2pm.
2011
October 5th ‘It Seemed Like A Good Idea at the Time” Julia Lindley-Baker Hardy Seminar 2 Julia Lindley-Baker’s seminar will be of interest to those considering starting a doctorate. The session will draw upon personal narrative to examine how to develop a research question and the highs and lows along the way.
October 12th Blackboard Upgrade David Barber Hardy Seminar 2 Find out about the major new upgrade to Blackboard. This will affect everyone.
October 19th Writing for Publication 1 Your First Professional Article Carol Callinan Hardy Seminar 2 Carol Callinan presents a personal account of her journey towards the publication of her first professional article. This session is a must for colleagues looking for insight into how you go from idea to seeing your name in print.
October 26th Mutimedia and Video David Barber Hardy Seminar 2 Explore the uses of video capture, editing and production by students and staff.
November 2nd SPSS 1 (Research Tools) John Sharp 12a John Sharp presents a basic introductory session for anyone looking to learn about handling numerical data using SPSS.
November 9th Applying for Fellowship of the HEA Claire Taylor Hardy Seminar 2 Claire Taylor presents a session outlining the process for applying for recognition. This is aimed particularly at colleagues who have at least three years’ teaching experience in HE, but who do not hold FHEA or a relevant PGCert (HE).
November 16th Reading and Writing Critically John Sharp Hardy Seminar 2 John Sharp presents a session on critical reading and writing intended for anyone looking to start out on their doctoral journey.
November 23rd Maintaining Ethical Standards in the 21st Century University Trevor Kerry Hardy Seminar 2 Trevor Kerry examines five key areas of university life from an ethical perspective: teaching, management, research, administration and quality assurance.
November 30th Presenting at Conferences John Sharp Hardy Seminar 2 John Sharp presents a session on what it means to give a conference paper and tips on styles of delivery.
December 7th e-portfolios David Barber OSH Teaching Room 1 A session on the role of e-portfolios for reflection and assessment.
December 14th NVivo I (research tools) Carol Callinan 12a
There are opportunities for speakers to take part in lunchtime events after March 21st. Please contact the CEDaR administrative team* for more information.
Carol Callinan presents a basic introductory session for anyone looking to learn about handling qualitative data using NVivo.
For more details about the seminars contact *Rachael Burnett, Ellie Foster or the speaker directly. (rachael.burnett@bishopg.ac.uk, ellie.foster@bishopg.ac.uk)
January 11th Ethics and Data Protection John Sharp and Sarah Bell Hardy Seminar 2
2012
John Sharp and Sarah Bell present a session intended to give an introduction to research ethics requirements including data protection issues using real examples from within BG.
January 18th Applying for Fellowship of the HEA Claire Taylor Hardy Seminar 2
January 25th Bid Writing John Sharp OSH Teaching Room 1 John Sharp presents a session intended to provide an introduction to the bid writing landscape. This session will include examples of real bids to interrogate.
Claire Taylor presents a session outlining the process for applying for recognition. This is aimed particularly at colleagues who have at least three years’ teaching experience in HE, but who do not hold FHEA or a relevant PGCert (HE).
February 1st Blackboard – Advanced Tools David Barber OSH Teaching Room 1 A closer look at some of the newer, more advanced Blackboard options.
February 8th
February 15th MASHEIN: What is it and where is it going? Judy Harris and Ed Bacon Hardy Seminar 2 Judy Harris and Ed Bacon present a snapshot of the work of the Leadership Foundation’s Management of Small Higher Education Institutions Network. What is it, where is it going and why is it based at BG?
February 29th Student Identity: Making Space for the Academic Jane Tapp Hardy Seminar 2 Jane Tapp presents her research into student identity. She focuses on the ‘academic student' who is often cast into the shadows by the emphasis placed on race, gender and class.
Writing for Publication II: Research Journals John Sharp OSH Teaching Room 1 John Sharp presents a session intended to help anyone looking to publish beyond the professional journal. Real examples drawing on the process from submission to publication provided.
February 22nd SPSS II (Research Tools) John Sharp 12a John Sharp presents an intermediate session on handling numbers using SPSS. Some basic statistical techniques will be included.
March 7th NVivo II (Research Tools) Carol Callinan 12a Carol Callinan presents an intermediate session on qualitative data handling and analysis using NVivo.
March 14th
March 21st Challenges and Resolutions in a Globalised World Pat Beckley OSH Teaching Room 1 Pat Beckley presents a seminar based on her research into challenges and resolutions for early years literacy approaches in England and Norway.
The Interplay between creativity and assessment in ITE Ashley Compton OSH Teaching Room 1 Ashley Compton presents her research which focuses on how tutors and students define creativity and how this relates to the assessment process.
Look out for future CEDaR events in the Staff Bulletin (including our seasonal Conferences).
What is CEDaR? CEDaR (The Centre for Educational Development and Research) CEDaR is part of the Academic Engagement Hub at Bishop Grosseteste University College Lincoln. The Hub also incorporates Student Support and Learning Advice, Library Services, Student Recruitment and Admissions, Quality Assurance and Student Data, and International activity. CEDaR works with students and staff to enhance and develop learning, teaching and research. Our services reflect an ethos of openness and collaboration; a professional approach and respect for the individual underpin everything we do. Staff in CEDaR Dr Claire Taylor Dean of Students and Academic Engagement Professor John Sharp Head of Research and Doctoral Studies Dr David Barber Head of e-Learning Dr Kate Adams EdD Coordinator Caroline Pearce Learning Technologist Elaine Cobb Learning Systems Support Technician Rachael Burnett PA to the Dean of Students and Academic Engagement Ellie Foster Hub Administrative Assistant