Key Skills
Key skills are a defined set of skills that are common to all learning activities which are required both in the world of work and in other aspects of life. These skills underpin a student's effectiveness in how they perform in a wide array of settings or contexts, whether new or familiar.
Key skills are seen as essential to an individual's capacity to self-manage their own learning, whether now or in the future. The most common key skills are communication, literacy, numeracy, team work, problem solving, information technology (IT) and self-management. Good programme design aims to ensure that these skills are an integral part of the student's programme of study, and should be built seamlessly into the courses that the students study.
Teaching that is "skills-led" should encourage students to interactively engage, whether this is via team/group work, project based learning, computer-assisted learning, or by use of 'real-life' examples through enquiry or problem-based learning. Although this type of learning is more demanding, it should also be more rewarding for the student, who might therefore then achieve better accademic results than by more conventional styles of "lectures and exams".
NOTE: Key Skills has alternatively been known as 'personal', transferable', 'generic' and/or 'core' skills.
Our resource database currently contains 141 resources in the key skills section, listed in summary form below. To view the full descriptive record for each resource click the '[View full description/Comments] ' link after the title.
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Full list of 141 resources from the key skills section listed below.
Appropriate technology research projects
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This case study introduces technology research projects as a part of Mechanical Engineering MEng. and BEng. degree programmes at the University of Nottingham. Students are required to undertake an individual project and (in the case of the MEng. programme) a group development project. The paper covers background, methodology, issues which are related the provided projects, the benefits, evidence of success, and reflections.
Author(s): Mike Clifford
URL(s):
• http://www.engsc.ac.uk/downloads/awards/sustainability.pdf
Developing key skills through an authentic design-build project
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This Case Study looks at the development of key skills using active learning. Each year a group of mechanical engineering students at Queen’s University Belfast undertake to conceive, design and manufacture a small single-seater racing car for the annual Formula Student competition. The endeavour is undertaken in a similar manner to running an engineering business, with the students undertaking the full range of technical and managerial roles necessary to complete the project successfully.
Author(s): Dr Geoffrey Cunningham
URL(s):
• http://www.engsc.ac.uk/downloads/awards/keyskills_qub.pdf
Engineering Mathematics resources : Engineering Subject Centre web page
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This Engineering Subject Centre web page contains information on all aspects of engineering maths. It provides regularly updated links to projects and resources that address the challenge of teaching mathematics in higher education.
Author(s): Engineering Subject Centre (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://www.engsc.ac.uk/er/engmath/index.asp#
Engineering Subject Centre report : responding to the changes in the teaching and learning of mechanics in schools
Other title: Mechanics report
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This Engineering Subject Centre commissioned report provides information about the monitoring of changes in A-level mathematics; whether academics are aware of the prior knowledge in mechanics of their intake and what knowledge is assumed when academics teach mechanics to first year engineering students. The report includes results from a schools' survey, a first year engineering students' survey and feedback from interviews with academics.
Author(s): Carol L. Robinson, Martin C. Harrison, Stephen Lee
URL(s):
• http://www.engsc.ac.uk/downloads/scholarart/mechanics.pdf
Engineering Subject Centre Teaching Awards : Design, build, test, float, fly and race – the School of Engineering Sciences induction week
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This case study has been developed as part of the Engineering Subject Centre Teaching Awards 2005-2006, from data gathered through a demonstration of the teaching and learning materials available, interviews with the tutor and a student focus group.
In order to provide a focus for students within induction week, the School of Engineering Sciences at the University of Southampton introduced a group-based, hands-on design, build and test activity for all first year students. Prizes were awarded at the end of the week.
Author(s): Liz Willis, Kenji Takeda
URL(s):
• http://www.engsc.ac.uk/downloads/awards/takeda.pdf
Awards:
HE Academy Engineering Subject Centre Teaching Awards - Finalist
Engineering Subject Centre Teaching Awards : Embedding enterprise in engineering - reality teaching through a business planning module
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This case study has been developed as part of the Engineering Subject Centre Teaching Awards 2004-2005, from data gathered through a demonstration of the teaching and learning materials available, interviews with the tutor and a student focus group.
This case study describes how teams of students taking the Business Planning module of the Masters in Engineering programme at The University of Sheffield solve a genuine commercial problem provided by real customers.
Author(s): Liz Willis, Elena Rodriguez-Falcon
URL(s):
• http://www.engsc.ac.uk/downloads/entre.pdf
Awards: HE Academy Engineering Subject Centre Teaching Awards - Finalist
Engineering Subject Centre Teaching Awards : Teaching first year design by mechanical dissection
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This case study has been developed as part of the Engineering Subject Centre Teaching Awards 2004-2005, from data gathered through a demonstration of the teaching and learning materials available, interviews with the tutor, student questionnaires and focus group.
This case study describes how the process of mechanical dissection was integrated into theoretical lectures for first year students studying for M.Eng and B.Eng degrees at the University of Strathclyde.
Author(s): Phil Barker, Dr Andrew McLaren
URL(s):
• http://www.engsc.ac.uk/downloads/mechdissesction.pdf
Awards: HE Academy Engineering Subject Centre Teaching Awards - Finalist
Engineering Subject Centre Teaching Awards : Teaching students to learn through the use of peer teaching
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This case study has been developed as part of the Engineering Subject Centre Teaching Awards 2004-2005, from data gathered through a demonstration of the teaching and learning materials available, interviews with the tutor and a student focus group.
This case study describes the process of peer teaching among engineering students at The Robert Gordon University. It examines the advantages to the student when coursework lessons are researched and presented by student teams.
Author(s): Liz Willis, Norrie Edward
URL(s):
• http://www.engsc.ac.uk/downloads/virtualpeer.pdf
Awards: HE Academy Engineering Subject Centre Teaching Awards - Finalist
Engineering Subject Centre Teaching Awards : Teaching sustainable product design
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This case study has been developed as part of the Engineering Subject Centre Teaching Awards 2004-2005, from data gathered through a demonstration of the teaching and learning materials available, interviews with the tutors and a student focus group.
'Sustainable Product Design' is a final year module on the MEng Product Design and Manufacture degree at Loughborough University. This case study describes how the tutor introduced the concept of sustainable development by combining formal lectures with practical work, case studies and interaction with industry.
Author(s): Liz Willis, Allen Clegg, Shahin Rahimifard
URL(s):
• http://www.engsc.ac.uk/downloads/sd.pdf
Awards: HE Academy Engineering Subject Centre Teaching Awards - Finalist
Engineering Subject Centre Teaching Awards : Use of an objective assessment tool to evaluate students' basic electrical engineering skills
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This case study has been developed as part of the Engineering Subject Centre Teaching Awards 2005-2006, from data gathered through a demonstration of the teaching and learning materials available, interviews with the tutor and a student focus group.
The report examines the use of Objective Structured Technical Examinations (OSTEs) to assess engineering students' core practical and theoretical skills. OSTEs are based on similar type of assessment widely used in medical and health care courses (where they are Clinical Examinations, OSCEs) and involve students performing a series of short
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Author(s): Phil Barker, Nandini Alinier
URL(s):
• http://www.engsc.ac.uk/downloads/scholarart/use-of-an-objective-…
Awards:
HE Academy Engineering Subject Centre Teaching Awards - Winner
Engineering Subject Centre [Mini-Project] report : design of an objective assessment tool to evaluate students’ basic electrical engineering skills
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This resource is the result of a Mini-Project at the University of Hertfordshire. The project looked at designing an objective assessment tool to evaluate students' basic electrical engineering skills through their university curriculum. A number of short exercises were developed which relate to different aspects of electronic engineering. The report covers the effectiveness of this method and how it has been implemented.
Author(s): Nandini Alinier, Guillaume Alinier
URL(s):
• http://www.engsc.ac.uk/downloads/scholarart/nandinialiner-oste.p…
LTSN Engineering Mini-Project Report : Enhancing transferable skills development in group projects through use of training exercises
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This manual is the output of an LTSN Engineering Mini-Project funded in 2002-3 entitled 'Enhancing Transferable Skills Development in Group Projects through use of Training Exercises'. The Mini-Project investigated an enhanced approach to the development of transferable skills within student group projects. The aim of the manual is to provide practical guidance for lecturers developing and running coupled projects. It includes case studies on team, meeting and negotiation skills.
Author(s): Dr Colin Smith, Mrs Sue Armstrong, Dr Simon Tait
URL(s):
• http://www.engsc.ac.uk/downloads/scholarart/transferable_skills.…
LTSN Engineering Mini-Project Report : Group projects in a virtual environment : a study of group dynamics and the effectiveness of self and peer assessment
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This report is a result of the LTSN Engineering Mini-Project: 'Self and peer assessment of group projects in a virtual environment', which aimed to understand how new technologies can be effectively implemented to maximise the learning outcomes of students whilst ensuring that assessment of performance is fair and easy. The report presented the findings of a study completed with 2nd year chemical engineering students who were arranged into small groups based on their character types and given tasks to perform in a newly developed virtual reality environment.
Author(s): Dr Edward Lester, Damian Schofield, Peter Chapman
URL(s):
• http://www.engsc.ac.uk/downloads/scholarart/group-proj-virtual-e…
LTSN Engineering Teaching Awards : developing students' academic and professional skills through skills development exercises and project planning on a 'Field and Enterprise Skills' module
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This case study has been developed as part of the LTSN Engineering Teaching Awards 2003-2004, from data gathered through a demonstration of the teaching and learning materials available, interviews with the tutor and a student focus group. A novel approach has been taken to incorporate key skills development and PDP into the 'Field and Enterprise Skills' module for first year civil engineering students at Coventry University. The case study introduces the background, students' perspective, benefits, issues etc of this approach.
Author(s): Liz J Willis, Tim Davis
URL(s):
• http://www.engsc.ac.uk/downloads/awards/field.pdf
Awards: LTSN Engineering Teaching Awards 2003-2004 Finalist
Mathematics support materials, School of Mathematics and Statistics, University of Plymouth
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This is the website for a project to produce a library of portable, interactive, web based support packages to help students learn various mathematical ideas and techniques and to support classroom teaching. The packages are in PDF format and can be worked through online or downloaded. Smaller support packages are included that show applications of mathematics in science and engineering. The Engineering Subject Centre supported the project through a Mini-Project grant.
Author(s): University of Plymouth (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://www.plymouth.ac.uk/mathaid
Overcoming the maths problem : Engineering Subject Centre case study
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This case study describes a first year engineering mathematics module provided to classes of around 230 students. The teaching methodology has been developed to contribute to an enhanced learning experience. Student feedback indicates that presentation of material, good examples and provision of tutorial solutions on the intranet are significant factors.
Author(s): Dr Jonathan Cole
URL(s):
• http://www.engsc.ac.uk/downloads/scholarart/solving-the-maths-pr…
Portable critical viewing and analysis system
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This Engineering Subject Centre case study looks at a portable critical viewing system developed to demonstrate concepts with very high visual fidelity in order for students to build critical viewing skills. The case study discusses the design of the system and the results of trials with two cohorts to measure its effectiveness.
Author(s): John Mateer
URL(s):
• http://www.engsc.ac.uk/downloads/mateer-case-study.pdf
Post-14 Mathematics Inquiry : Engineering Subject Centre web page
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An Inquiry into Post-14 Mathematics was announced by Paul Boateng, Chief Secretary to the Treasury, on 23 July 2002 as part of the Government response 'Investing in Innovation: A Strategy for Science, Engineering and Technology' to recommendations in Sir Gareth Roberts' report 'Set for Success: The supply of people with science, technology, engineering and mathematical skills'. This page on the Engineering Subject Centre website contains information about the review and includes a link to the The Post-14 Mathematics Inquiry website where the final report may be found.
Author(s): Engineering Subject Centre (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://www.engsc.ac.uk/er/engmath/post14_inquiry.asp
Putting Engineering first and mathematics second in Engineering education
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This report was funded as an LTSN Engineering Mini-Project: 'Minimal-mathematics introduction to engineering'. The project sought to collate, develop and disseminate new ways of teaching engineering topics to mathematically-deficient new students. The Mini-Project funding enabled the development of a guidebook to equip engineering lecturers with new material that enables them to approach some of the introductory engineering topics and principles in a way that puts engineering first and mathematics second without lowering standards.
Author(s): Dr Ifiok Otung
URL(s):
• http://www.engsc.ac.uk/downloads/maths_report.pdf
The NATALIE Project : a case study of new approaches to teaching and learning in Engineering
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This is a web page about The New Approaches to Teaching and Learning in Engineering (NATALIE) Project. NATALIE was set up to respond to two changes in engineering education: increasing student numbers (with a wider range of skills and motivation); secondary education being driven by success in examinations. The latter places a focus for students on assessment rather than learning. The NATALIE philosophy is to try to re-emphasise the role of critical thinking - the basis of a higher education as well as a necessary skill of a professional engineer.
Author(s): Prof. Jim Boyle
URL(s):
• http://www.engsc.ac.uk/er/features/natalie.asp
The wider teaching of sustainability based upon student perceptions and the expectations of professional bodies : Engineering Subject Centre mini-project report
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This Engineering Subject Centre Mini-Project report examines student views, perceptions, attitudes and experiences of the teaching of sustainability. The findings are considered alongside the expectations of professional bodies and those setting the agenda for sustainability within engineering education. The outcomes of the study are discussed in relation to potential strategies for incorporating the teaching of sustainability in engineering programmes.
Author(s): Roger Penlington
URL(s):
• http://www.engsc.ac.uk/downloads/scholarart/penlington-sustainab…
Thinking writing : a guide to writing-intensive teaching and learning
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Thinking Writing is a website for academic staff who teach in any discipline in UK higher education. It is a practical resource covering aspects of writing in teaching, including reflective thinking and assessment strategies. The team received mini project funding from the Engineering Subject Centre.
Author(s): Queen Mary University of London (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://www.thinkingwriting.qmul.ac.uk/index.htm
Toolbox for Sustainable Design Education
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This Toolbox has been created for lecturers in engineering and design who recognise the importance of including Sustainable Design in undergraduate and postgraduate engineering and design courses, and are looking for guidance and material to support the development of a module of this nature. The material in the Toolbox can be used to create lectures and modules for undergraduate and postgraduate engineers and designers.
Author(s): Dr Tracy Bhamra (Corporate Author), Dr Vicky Lofthouse
URL(s):
• http://www.lboro.ac.uk/research/susdesign/LTSN/Index.htm
A briefing on key skills in higher education
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This guide (Assessment Series No.5) is one of the Assessment Series which was published by the LTSN Generic Centre. It is aimed at those working within higher education with interests in developing and assessing key skills. It includes the development of key skills within other UK education and training contexts, and provides links to other resources, and includes examples of current schemes for key skills development, assessment and recording within HE, and provides guidelines on good practice, relating mainly to assessment issues.
Author(s): Prof. Roger Murphy
URL(s):
• http://www.swap.ac.uk/resources/themes/assessment.html
ACBEE case study : commercial management and quantity surveying course
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This Accelerating Change in Built Environment Education (ACBEE) case study, on the CEBE website, describes the development and ongoing delivery of a Quantity Surveying degree, "BSc Commercial Management and Quantity Surveying", in the Department of Civil and Building Engineering at Loughborough University. The degree is sponsored by a consortium of 15 major construction companies. The sponsoring companies provide financial backing for the course and bursaries and guaranteed work placements for the students. The majority of students obtain employment with their sponsoring company on graduation.
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Author(s): Alan Tyler
URL(s):
• http://www.cebe.heacademy.ac.uk/learning/acbee/read_abstract?ide…
ACBEE case study : the styles and wood academy
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This case study from Accelerating Change in Built Environment Education (ACBEE), on the CEBE website, describes the Styles & Wood Academy which is open to all staff, as well as key suppliers and business partners. This corporate university initiative provides management and business skills training for construction professionals and includes modules that emphasise interdisciplinary teamwork, goal setting and management in a customer-oriented service-led culture.
Author(s): Neil Davies, Debbie Garritty, Andrew Mitchell
URL(s):
• http://www.cebe.heacademy.ac.uk/learning/acbee/industry.php?inde…
Context case : Flood forecasting template
Other title: Students work experience : flood forecasting
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This case comes from the online database of Context Cases on The Higher Education Academy website. Context cases aim to give students work experience without going to the workplace. This case is generic and widely applicable because developing robust assessment criteria is a skill for employability. The topic material concerns flood defence but participants do not need any specialist knowledge of flood defence processes. The Case Study lasts 3 hours OR 2 hrs contact time + independent group work.
Author(s): Prof. Pauline Kneale, Dick Glover
URL(s):
• http://www.heacademy.ac.uk/resources/detail/ourwork/tla/context_…
Context case : River turn : a flood warning case study
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This case comes from the online database of Context Cases on The Higher Education Academy's website. Context cases aim to give students work experience without going to the workplace.The case is based on a hypothetical catchment, The River Turn, which is similar in size to the River Ouse. Students are asked to work in groups to design an integrated flood warning system for the whole catchment. Skills Developed with this case study are: presentation, information analysis, teamwork and writing
Author(s): Prof. Pauline Kneale, Dick Glover
URL(s):
• http://www.heacademy.ac.uk/resources/detail/ourwork/tla/context_…
Context Case : Seatons
Other title: Pollution management case study
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This case comes from the online database of Context Cases on The Higher Education Academy's website. Context cases aim to give students work experience without going to the workplace. This is based on Seatons, a company in Yorkshire, and shows how companies make decisions about pollution management and the Environment Agency's helpful role in finding ways to manage pollution issues profitably. Skills Developed during this case study are: information analysis, presentation, prioritising, decision making and teamwork.
Author(s): Prof. Pauline Kneale, Dick Glover
URL(s):
• http://www.heacademy.ac.uk/resources/detail/ourwork/tla/context_…
Context case materials
Other title: Students work experience simulations
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This is the webpage of the Higher Education Academy's online database of Context cases. Context cases aim to give students work experience through the use of real life scenarios without going to the workplace. They were established with the aim of promoting the use of case materials in higher education and employment. The page also provides a brief guide on how to run Context Cases. There are several Context case studies that are specific to Engineering or Engineers (search terms). They can also be used in the teaching of innovation and enterprise.
Author(s): The Higher Education Academy (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://www.heacademy.ac.uk/resources/detail/Employability/employ…
Education for sustainable development in engineering: report of a Delphi consultation, April 2008
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This is the report of a study funded by the Engineering Subject Centre to produce guidance for Engineering schools in designing modules or threads to embed sustainable development within the curriculum. Part of this involved an investigation of the use of Delphi techniques in curriculum design. The authors were Rosemary Tomkinson, Charles Engel, Bland Tomkinson and Alvin Lawson of the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences at the University of Manchester.
Author(s): Rosemary Tomkinson et al.
URL(s):
• http://www.engsc.ac.uk/downloads/scholarart/delphi-consultation.…
Environmental Materials
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This UKCME guide outlines environmental protection issues, especially with relation to Materials Science and Engineering. It provides information on the important areas within Environmental Materials that have to be covered, how to deliver information effectively to students, methods of assessment, how to link the different areas covered and effective methods of teaching and assessment. It also gives case study examples within this context.
Author(s): Cris Arnold
URL(s):
• http://www.materials.ac.uk/guides/environmental.asp
Good practice in industrial work placement
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This guide, Good Practice in Industrial Work Placement, was produced by LTSN Physical Sciences (now the Higher Education Academy Physical Sciences Centre). It is of relevance to academics dealing with degree courses which incorporate a year in industry. It offers useful suggestions on how to ensure the year is rewarding for the student, the company and the academic institution.
Author(s): Dr Robert Murray, Mr Ray Wallace
URL(s):
• http://www.heacademy.ac.uk/physsci/publications/practiceguides
Introducing research methods and skills in a workshop environment
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This Engineering Subject Centre case study is based on a 'Research Seminar Series' module offered to MSc/MEng students in Electrical and Electronic Engineering at the University of Bradford. It considers the introduction of research methods and skills in a workshop environment.
Author(s): Prof. Ray Sheriff
URL(s):
• http://www.engsc.ac.uk/downloads/sheriff-case-study.pdf
Maths for Engineering and Science
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In September 1999, the Institute of Mathematics and its Application (IMA) made the recommendation that, in both the Incorporated Engineers (IEng) and the Chartered Engineers (CEng) programmes, mathematics topics should be taught in an engineering context (IMA, 1999). 'Maths for Engineering and Science', commissioned and published by the LTSN MathsTEAM Project draws together a collection of case studies from across the UK providing examples of how learning activities can be executed, the support needed and suggestions of how other academics could reproduce the activity.
Author(s): LTSN MathsTEAM (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://www.engsc.ac.uk/downloads/mathsteam/engineering_science.p…
Maths support for students
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Maths support for students (ref M2) is an LTSN MathsTEAM booklet. As Engineering and Science departments face the problems of inadequate mathematical preparation by students, many are setting in place networks of support-based activities, eg maths learning centres. This booklet presents examples of these initiatives through a series of case studies.
Author(s): LTSN MathsTEAM Project (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://ltsn.mathstore.ac.uk/mathsteam/packs/student_support.pdf
Supporting mathematics education in UK engineering departments
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This paper was presented at the International Conference on Engineering Education, July 21–25, 2003, Valencia, Spain. In terms of the UK's Engineering Council recommendation to all universities that students embarking on mathematics-based degree courses should have a diagnostic test on entry, this paper argues that universities are individually facing the challenge of supporting mathematics education. It introduces the LTSN MathsTEAM project which focused on harnessing collective intelligence, capturing good practice, sharing lessons learned and making explicit the knowledge of academics
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Author(s): Dr Sarah Williamson et al.
URL(s):
• http://www.ineer.org/events/icee2003/proceedings/pdf/5150.pdf
Teaching sustainable development innovation : the market place
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This is a Higher Education Academy webpage describing a Sheffield Hallam University project 'Teaching Sustainable Development Innovation: The Market Place' resulting from a HEA funding initiative. The information will be of interest to anyone wishing to use an experiential technique in the teaching of sustainable development. The technique involves audio and visual files that introduce products from around the world which embrace industrial, environmental and materials innovation. Links to the briefing, report and website are available from this page.
URL(s):
• http://www.heacademy.ac.uk/projects/detail/esd_marketplace
We seek it here : a new perspective on the elusive activity of critical thinking : a theoretical and practical approach
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This guide is part of the Discussions in Education series. The guide is in two parts. Part one discusses the meaning of critical thinking and refers to the literature. Part two looks at the practical side of the issue for staff and students in HE. The guide also includes some photocopiable activity pages.
Author(s): Dr Jenny Moon
URL(s):
• http://escalate.ac.uk/downloads/2041.pdf
Work-based learning : illuminating the higher education landscape : the Higher Education Academy final report
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This is a report about work-based learning in higher education. It is based on the findings of a study conducted by the Higher Education Academy, which aimed to clarify its awareness of work-based learning, and identify areas on which to focus future attention. The study looked in particular at learning which accredits or extends
the workplace skills and abilities of employees.
Author(s): Iain Nixon et al.
URL(s):
• http://www.heacademy.ac.uk/resources/detail/ourwork/tla/web0597_…
Case study of Mathwise Pre-Calculus
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This brief case study describes the use of Mathwise Pre Calculus CALGroup to teach mathematics to first year engineering students, many of whom have low A-level grades in mathematics or no A-level mathematics. The case study examines both the students' and the lecturer's opinions of whether the software helped the learning and teaching of this topic.
Author(s): Ms Christine Hirst
URL(s):
• http://www.engsc.ac.uk/resources/?restype=swc&keyid=75
Diagnostic testing for Mathematics
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In June 2000, the Engineering Council (UK) recommended to all universities that those students embarking on mathematics-based courses should have a diagnostic test on entry (Engineering Council, 2000). Today, throughout the UK, Engineering, Science and Mathematics departments are carrying out such tests to assess the current mathematical ability of students. 'Diagnostic Testing for Mathematics', commissioned and published by the LTSN MathsTEAM Project draws together a collection of case studies from across the UK providing examples of how academics are using diagnostic tests with students.
Author(s): LTSN MathsTEAM (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://www.engsc.ac.uk/downloads/mathsteam/diagnostic_test.pdf
Diagnostic testing for Mathematics : Cardiff University
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Based on an interview with Allan Coughlin, Cardiff School of Engineering, this one-page case study describes the diagnostic testing procedure used by Cardiff University. All students are assessed using a paper-based, but optically marked, written test of 12 multiple choice questions. The test covers algebraic simplification, approximation logarithms, trigonometry and calculus. It is based on a test developed at Coventry University. It is used to assess students' strengths upon entry.
Author(s): Dr Richard Atkinson, Mr Allan Coughlin
URL(s):
• http://www.mathcentre.ac.uk/resources/casestudies/mathsteam/coug…
Diagnostic testing for mathematics : national perspective on diagnostic testing
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Many Engineering, Physics and Mathematics departments throughout the UK carry out diagnostic tests to assess the current mathematical ability of students on entry. This four page report is in two parts: the first section explores the results of a survey, which reviewed 13 departments using diagnostic testing. A small working group developed questionnaires for staff and students. Part two describes the results of a national survey carried out by the LTSN MathsTEAM. The objective was to obtain a more accurate picture of the number of institutions throughout the UK who were using diagnostic testing.
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Author(s): Dr Sarah L Williamson, Dr Doug Quinney
URL(s):
• http://www.mathcentre.ac.uk/resources/casestudies/mathsteam/nati…
LTSN Engineering and PROGRESS project workshop : improving retention through mathematics support
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This web page describes a one-day workshop on 17 December 2003, in Woburn House, London run by LTSN Engineering and the PROGRESS Project. The PROGRESS Project was an FDTL3 funded project aimed at improving levels of student success in Higher Education programmes of study in electrical and electronic engineering. The workshop enabled delegates to learn more about practical intervention strategies that are in place to support 'at-risk' students and raised awareness of the materials that are available to help their students directly. Delegates received copies of two guides books which may be downloaded
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URL(s):
• http://www.engsc.ac.uk/nef/events/progress.asp
mathcentre
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mathcentre is the web-based UK Mathematics Learning Support Centre and has been set up to deliver mathematics support materials, free of charge, to students, teachers, lecturers and everyone looking for post-GCSE maths help. mathcentre offers resources for staff to use with their students and for students quick reference guides, practice and revision materials, workbooks and online practice exercises on many branches of mathematics.
URL(s):
• http://www.mathcentre.ac.uk/
Maths for Engineering and Science : teaching Mathematics to first year Engineering Students with a wide range of Mathematical ability
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The approach to teaching Maths to Year 1 students in the Department of Engineering at the University of Liverpool underwent a major reorganisation prior to the start of the 2002/3 session. The aim was to provide an optimum framework within which students studying four different engineering disciplines could be taught Maths within the resource constraints imposed by student numbers, and to cope with the extremely wide range of their Mathematical abilities on entry to these degree programmes. Students are taught their Year 1 Maths topics in two different cohorts, streamed according to initial Maths
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Author(s): Dr Tim Bullough
URL(s):
• http://www.mathcentre.ac.uk/resources/casestudies/mathsteam/bull…
Maths Support for Students
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As Engineering and Science Departments face the problem of inadequate mathematical preparation by students, many are setting in place networks of support-based activities. 'Maths Support for Students', commissioned and published by the LTSN MathsTEAM Project draws together a collection of case studies from across the UK providing examples of how academics are providing maths support for students.
Author(s): LTSN MathsTEAM (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://www.engsc.ac.uk/downloads/mathsteam/student_support.pdf
Maths support for students : a first year Mathematics transition module based on initial assessment of the skills of incoming students
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This case study is based at Aston University where the first eight weeks of the first year are divided into four two-week blocks of maths teaching - the Transition Module. This Transition Module is designed to audit the mathematical skills of incoming students and thereby design and implement appropriate teaching, learning and assessment strategies to ease the transition to university.
Author(s): Bill Cox
URL(s):
• http://www.mathcentre.ac.uk/resources/casestudies/mathsteam/cox.…
Maths support for students : fast track summer Mathematics course at South Bank University
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The first summer mathematics course ran during July and August of 1997, financed by South Bank University (SBU). In subsequent years the course became HEFCE funded. This case study is concerned with the Fast Track mathematics course, which was a specifically designed free summer course to help equip the students with those skills required to enter a degree of Higher National Diploma in science or technology. SBU established the six week daytime course, which helped students identify gaps in their knowledge and provided a tailor made mathematics learning programme. This course now runs every summer
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Author(s): Susan Starkings
URL(s):
• http://www.mathcentre.ac.uk/resources/casestudies/mathsteam/star…
Maths support for students : Mathematics summer school at Bell College of Technology
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This case study is concerned with the Mathematics Summer School at Bell College, which was run for the first time in September 2001, lasting one week immediately prior to the start of term. Many students admitted to courses in the School of Science and Technology are perceived to have major weaknesses in the type of fundamental algebra that underpins much of their analytical work, both in mathematics units per se and in other units. This development represents one strand of additional support given to such students; the fledgling Mathematics Support Unit can give such support as the course progresses.
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Author(s): Cameron Proctor
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• http://www.mathcentre.ac.uk/resources/casestudies/mathsteam/proc…
Maths support for students : MathinSite : Maths insight from a Maths website
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During the early 1990s, mathematics software was written using Visual Basic for students at Bournemouth University. With the advent of the Java programming language, this software was translated and extended into MathinSite, a website containing mathematics applets (small programs that can be run through a web browser). The primary aim of these applets is to help deepen mathematical insight through dynamic, interactive visualisations. This case study shows that use of the Internet not only ensures that the content can be delivered within a student’s own educational surroundings, but also
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Author(s): Peter Edwards
URL(s):
• http://www.mathcentre.ac.uk/resources/casestudies/mathsteam/edwa…
Maths support for students : study advice services incorporating the Mathematical advice and co-ordination service at The University of Hull
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This case study is based around the Mathematical Advice and Co-ordination Service (MACS) which was established in 1995 within the Faculty of Mathematics to support students within their studies at the University and to help prepare them to go into the world. Funding was made available for an initial period of 3 years and was then continued on a year-to-year basis. The emphasis has changed over the years and most of the work is now linked to students’ current problems but also includes help for those facing employers’ tests at interview. The University accepted that the concept of student
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Author(s): Don Maskell
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• http://www.mathcentre.ac.uk/resources/casestudies/mathsteam/mask…
Maths support for students : summer schools and short courses : Glasgow Caledonian University mathematics summer school
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This case study details Glasgow Caledonian University's pre-entry Summer School, which has operated on the same general principles since 1991. It helps prepare students for entry into programmes for which they have a conditional offer. It features tailored instruction, flexible attendance and delivery and continuous supportive feedback.
Author(s): Jean Cook
URL(s):
• http://www.mathcentre.ac.uk/resources/casestudies/mathsteam/cook…
Maths support for students : test-based support : diagnostic driven support at UMIST
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Students arriving in many of the UMIST departments are required to take a brief maths test on arrival. This case study shows how Mathematics students who underachieve on this test are assigned some questions relevant to sections where they did poorly and also referred to sections from texts and Internet notes. The student’s attempt at the assigned questions acts as a basis for a feedback session. Certain students in other departments (receiving mathematics as a service course) are asked to complete a computerised assignment on areas where they underachieved. Again, they are provided with
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Author(s): Colin Steele
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• http://www.mathcentre.ac.uk/resources/casestudies/mathsteam/stee…
Maths Support for Students : the Mathematics Learning Support Centre at Loughborough University
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This is a case study of the establishment of a Maths Learning Support Centre at Loughborough University. The Centre was established in 1996 within the Department of Mathematical Sciences in order to underpin the Department's service teaching commitment to engineering undergraduates. In the first instance funding had been made available through an internal university learning and teaching initiative for a period of two years. Because of its early successes the Centre became a permanent feature in 1998 and now serves any student in the university who might benefit from additional resources, over
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Author(s): Tony Croft
URL(s):
• http://www.mathcentre.ac.uk/resources/casestudies/mathsteam/crof…
Maths support for students : the Maths revision booklet as part of a programme of support at the University of Newcastle upon Tyne
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Computer-based diagnostic testing has been used for new engineering students for several years at the University of Newcastle upon Tyne. Follow-up support has been available only in some departments. In summer 2001, new students were issued (in advance or on arrival) with a ‘Maths Revision Booklet’ covering the basic maths topics that it would not be taught in standard classes. Following the diagnostic test, lunchtime classes were offered for six weeks, based on the booklet, for those students who wished to attend. This case study reports on the student opinion, analysis of diagnostic
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Author(s): John Appleby
URL(s):
• http://www.mathcentre.ac.uk/resources/casestudies/mathsteam/appl…
40% house : ECI research report 31
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This report from the Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford, summarises the key findings and recommendations of the 40% House Project. The project investigated how the typical residential home could meet the UK Government targets of reducing carbon emissions by 60% by 2050. The report is of most relevance to those interested in education for sustainable development, providing access to many further resources and sources of information.
Author(s): Brenda Boardman et al.
URL(s):
• http://www.eci.ox.ac.uk/research/energy/downloads/40house/40hous…
ACBEE case study : foster firm scheme for full-time surveying students
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This Accelerating Change in Built Environment Education (ACBEE) case study, on the CEBE website, describes a scheme for full-time surveying students in which the students spend a minimum period of two weeks in an unpaid placement with a ‘foster firm’. The students are exposed to the daily operations of a professional practice and the experience they gain feeds into their final year of academic studies. The course is run by the University of Westminster, in collaboration with the RICS and professional employers.
Author(s): Stephen Neale, Yvonne Simpson, Tony Burke
URL(s):
• http://www.cebe.heacademy.ac.uk/learning/acbee/read_abstract?ide…
ACBEE case study : short industrial work placements
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This Accelerating Change in Built Environment Education (ACBEE) case study, on the CEBE website, outlines the use of a short "taster" industrial placement option module for students studying for an HND at Sheffield Hallam University. Students gain 'hands-on' experience of the construction industry, put academic studies into practice and increase their knowledge of the various professions. This gives the students vital industrial experience and in addition informs their choice of subsequent degree course. The case study provides further information about the initiative including good
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Author(s): Neil Hanney
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• http://www.cebe.heacademy.ac.uk/learning/acbee/read_abstract?ide…
ACBEE case study : the European challenge
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This Accelerating Change in Built Environment Education (ACBEE) case study, on the CEBE website, describes 'The European Challenge', which is a collaborative international project linking institutions, tutors and students from across Europe with commercial firms. The 'Challenge' is a project based on a contemporary and strategic real estate problem: the re-location of the European Headquarters of a US based corporation. The project utilises a virtual learning environment to manage pan European teams of students.
Author(s): Nick Nunnington
URL(s):
• http://www.cebe.heacademy.ac.uk/learning/acbee/read_abstract?ide…
ACBEE case study : undergraduate construction skills application
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This Accelerating Change in Built Environment Education (ACBEE) case study, on the CEBE website, is a “hands-on” simulation of construction site activities. The simulation is undertaken by 2nd year undergraduate students in construction courses at the University of Abertay Dundee and involves building a full-scale reinforced concrete framed structure comprising column bases, columns and connecting suspended beam. Students develop an awareness of the management and craft skills necessary to organise and execute the construction of a complete small structure, accurately, safely and within
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Author(s): Olisanwendu Ogwuda, Edward Simpson, Gerry Ralph
URL(s):
• http://www.cebe.heacademy.ac.uk/learning/acbee/read_abstract?ide…
ACBEE case study : women into the built environment (WITBE)
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This Accelerating Change in Built Environment Education (ACBEE) case study, on the CEBE website, is part of a 3 year project 'Women into the Built Environment'(WITBE) at Sheffield Hallam University, funded by a partnership with The Learning Skills Council (LSC.) WITBE recognises the need to increase the involvement of women and aims to encourage a higher proportion of women to take up skills training and HE built environment courses. The project also runs an interdisciplinary technical design service, run by women professionals working with community groups through placement students on "real"
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Author(s): Jennifer Fortune, Pat Turrell
URL(s):
• http://www.cebe.heacademy.ac.uk/learning/acbee/read_abstract?ide…
An Interactive Practical Maths Course for Engineers
Other title: Brush up your maths : an access course for H. E. Engineering
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This is an e-book by Dr Dale Baxter, an Engineering Subject Centre HE in FE Teaching Award winner who was sponsored by Aimhigher Cheshire and Warrington. The e-book is intended to provide a grounding in some of the mathematics needed to study Engineering at degree level. It focusses on basic ideas in each of the areas of mathematics that it covers. The reader is expected to use modern methods of calculation and graphing such as Excel and to access interactive internet mathematics sites in order to check calculations. In each section there are worked examples, practice examples and engineering
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Author(s): Dr Dale Baxter
URL(s):
• http://www.engsc.ac.uk/downloads/Brush_up_your_maths3.doc
Awards: HE Academy Engineering Subject Centre Teaching Awards - Winner
BEST network case studies
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The BEST Network was established to help East Midlands businesses improve their resource efficiency, whilst at the same time improving the region's environment by working with businesses towards implementing an Environmental Management System in line with BS8555 and ISO 14001. BEST nework has produced a series of Case Studies of SMEs that have undertaken the programme, highlighting their achievements by working in conjunction with the BEST Network.
The Network is a result of collaboration between Nottingham Trent University (NTU), East Midlands Development Agency (emda), Loreus Ltd (software
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Author(s): BEST Network (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://www.best-network.co.uk/
Book review of : 'Communication for Engineering Students' by John W. Davies
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This is a book review of 'Communication for Engineering Students' by John W. Davies published by Longman (1996) on the mantex website. The book covers basic English grammar and style of writing, presentation of technical information, the use of computer aids, preparation of lab reports, proposals, specifications, manuals, final year project reports and spoken presentations.
Author(s): Roy Johnson
URL(s):
• http://www.mantex.co.uk/reviews/davies.htm
Case studies for teaching sustainable development
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These case studies were developed by the University of Cambridge under the Royal Academy of Engineering's Visiting Professors Scheme, which aims to develop teaching materials and enhance the understanding and the practice of teaching Sustainable Development. The case studies can be downloaded and used for teaching purposes. They include a set of documents and realistic data which describe circumstances at each location; introductory slide presentations; and a set of guidelines and suggested exercises on how to use the material.
URL(s):
• http://www7.caret.cam.ac.uk/case_studies.htm
Centre for Sustainable Communities Achieved through Integrated Professional Education Centre for excellence in teaching and learning
Other title: C-SCAIPE CETL
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This is the website of the Centre for Sustainable Communities Achieved through Integrated Professional Education Centre for excellence in teaching and learning (C-SCAIPE CETL), funded by HEFCE. The CETL is led by Kingston University's School of Surveying, and works with the HEA Subject Centre for Education of the Built Environment (CEBE).
URL(s):
• http://www.c-scaipe.ac.uk/
Centres of Vocational Excellence (CoVE) and National Skills Academies (NSA) website
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This is a web page providing information about the CoVE programme and National Skills Academies (NSAs). Both are part of the Learning and Skills Council's aim to improve and develop skills for employers for business success and economic competitiveness. The programmes are focused on vocational skills to meet sector and industry needs.
The CoVE Network, with around 400 approved centres, was completed in January 2006, with an evolving programme. The first four National Skills Academies are developing business plans, and will cover construction, manufacturing, financial services and food and
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URL(s):
• http://cove.lsc.gov.uk/
• http://cove.lsc.gov.uk/nsa/
Cogent : the sector skills council for chemicals, nuclear, oil and gas, petroleum and polymers
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This is the website for Cogent, whose remit is to: improve productivity and business performance through skills development; reduce skills gaps and shortages; increase opportunities to boost skills and productivity; influence skills supply across the spectrum, including apprenticeships, higher education and national occupational standards.
Author(s): Cogent (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://www.cogent-ssc.com
Communication skills : a guide for Engineering and Applied Science students
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This book aims to be an informal guide to help engineering students become better communicators. It covers the skills students will need in both their academic and professional careers, and features examples of good practice, checklists and self-assessment tests.
Author(s): John W. Davies
URL(s):
• http://vig.pearsoned.co.uk/catalog/academic/product/0,1144,01308…
Context
Other title: Use of Case Studies in Higher Education
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Context was set up to promote the use of case materials in higher education and employment. Case materials aim to meet the needs of students for group working, decision making and experience of work. The context cases try to reflect real work situations and issues (in business, government and the voluntary sector), and aim to give students work experience without needing to go to the workplace. Context Case Studies have been developed and used in modules in the School of Geography (and other groups). The case studies may be downloaded for use by any academic with students in Higher Education.
Author(s): Dr Pauline Kneale
URL(s):
• http://www.geog.leeds.ac.uk/courses/other/casestudies/
Creativity in Engineering
Other title: Fostering Creativity within Engineering
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This web page describes a project to explore how creativity within engineering may be fostered and assessed in education and practice. It provides a framework for implementing and evaluating such programmes.
The project was based on the analysis of five case studies and a review of the literature. An "enthusiast network", serving as an advisory group for the project, included representatives from industry, academia and education development.
The project constructed a working definition of creativity as shared imagination and examined the positive and negative conditions
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Author(s): University of London (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://www.innovations.ac.uk/btg/projects/theme7/digests/project…
Department of Engineering Centre for Sustainable Development at the University of Cambridge
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The Department of Engineering Centre for Sustainable Development at Cambridge University is a focal point for research and teaching in engineering for sustainable development. The Centre's website links to their research page, and also includes a "Distinguished Guest Lecture Series" from its MPhil course.
Author(s): Department of Engineering Centre for Sustainable Development (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://www-g.eng.cam.ac.uk/sustdev/
Developing and assessing students' oral skills
Other title: SEDA special 17
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SEDA Specials is a series of short monographs on topics in higher education for lecturers and support staff. This SEDA Special looks at the development and assessment of oral skills in Higher Education, focusing on the fresher to the PhD candidate. The collection is a mixture of short pieces exploring practices and strategies, which colleagues might like to alter and develop for their own context, and longer, reflective research and/or evidence-based essays that consider strategies in practice over time.
Author(s): SEDA (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://www.seda.ac.uk/pubs/SS17.doc
Dyslexia and Dyscalculia Interest Group : supporting mathematics in higher education
Other title: DDIG
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This is the website of the Dyslexia and Dyscalculia Interest Group (DDIG) supporting mathematics in higher education. It aims to promote awareness of the difficulties experienced, exchange information and develop appropriate resources for mathematical support. Support of engineering students is a significant part of this work. DDIG has been self-funded from September 2005.
URL(s):
• http://ddig.lboro.ac.uk/
Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) : ideas for learning and teaching in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences
(Ed./Ver: Planet Special Edition 4.)
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Planet is the bi-annual publication of the Higher Education Academy Subject Centre for Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences (Gees). This special edition mainly focuses on Education for Sustainable Development (ESD), and offers 16 papers presenting ideas for learning and teaching in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences.
Author(s): Dr Steve Gaskin (Editor)
URL(s):
• http://www.gees.ac.uk/pubs/planet/sus.pdf
Employability : the Skills for Business Network : a briefing paper for Scottish higher education institutions
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This publication QAA 084 07/05 forms part of the QAA's 'Enhancing practice' series. It relates to the 'enhancement theme' of employability for Scotland and covers the role of the Sector Skills Development Agancy, Sector Skills Councils, Sector Skills Alliance Scotland and the Skills for Business Network.
Author(s): Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://www.enhancementthemes.ac.uk/documents/employability/SSASc…
Engaging people in sustainability
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This publication from IUCN/The World Conservation Union is aimed primarily at educators. It considers the theory and practice of how to engage people in sustainable development. It sets the scene for the Decade of Education for Sustainable Development (2005-14), using case studies, examples and interviews to illustrate innovation and best practice in education.
Author(s): Daniella Tilbury, Kate Henderson
URL(s):
• http://app.iucn.org/dbtw-wpd/edocs/2004-055.pdf
Engaging students with learning and personal development by using a thinking styles questionnaire
Other title: PROGRESS Project Strategy Guide : thinking styles of Engineering students
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PROGRESS was a FDTL Phase 3 project based in the Engineering Department at the University of Hull, in collaboration with a consortium from Huddersfield, Sheffield Hallam, Leeds Metropolitan, Brunel and East Anglia Universities. PROGRESS aimed to assist academics delivering courses in Electrical and Electronic Engineering in enhancing student progression and achievement. Within this broad aim Progress produced a series of case studies/educator guides that are applicable throughout all engineering disciplines.
This case study looks at how a thinking styles questionnaire has been used
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Author(s): Dr Alison Halstead
URL(s):
• http://www.hull.ac.uk/engprogress/Prog3Papers/Alison%20Guide.pdf…
Engineers without borders UK (EWB-UK)
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This is the website of the organisation Engineers Without Borders UK (EWB-UK). Its mission is to "facilitate human development through engineering". EWB-UK carries out research and ethical fund-raising, educates students and graduates in development theory and practice and sets up work placements. The website of the American counterpart is listed with this catalogue record.
URL(s):
• http://www.ewb-uk.org/
EQUIPE
Other title: Educational Quality in Placements in Engineering
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Equipe was an FDTL2 consortium based project led by Loughborough University. It was managed in conjunction with the Universities of Bath, Aston and Surrey and supported by ICI, BP Amoco, Weetabix, IChemE, Engineering Council and ASET. Equipe sought to identify, evaluate and disseminate good practices in industrial placements in engineering. The website gives free access to the project findings and to briefing documents covering student placements.
Author(s): Dr Robin Wilcockson (Project Manager)
URL(s):
• http://equipe.lboro.ac.uk/
Formula student
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This is the website for the IMechE's Formula Student. This is an annual international competition in which university students work in teams to design, develop, market and build a racing car. The resulting car is driven in the competition. Formula Student encourages the development of skills and excellence and combines academic knowledge and practical experience. Details of present and past winners are available on the website.
Author(s): Institution of Mechanical Engineers (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://www.formulastudent.com/
Forum for the Future
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This is the website of Forum for the Future, a UK sustainable development charity, with a mission to accelerate the building of a sustainable way of life . It was founded in 1996 by environmentalists Jonathon Porritt, Sara Parkin and Paul Ekins. Its magazine, Green Futures, is a source of debate on environmentally sustainable solutions.
URL(s):
• http://www.forumforthefuture.org.uk/
Further mathematics support programme website (FMSP)
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This is the Further Mathematics Support (FMSP) website, supporting and promoting advanced and further mathematics. FMSP is a government-funded initiative, managed by MEI, an independent educational charity. It has 20 Area Coordinators across the 9 government regions in England. Area Coordinators work with schools and colleges to support and promote the study of AS/A level Mathematics and Further Mathematics and to arrange Further Mathematics tuition for students when their schools and colleges are unable to provide it.
URL(s):
• http://www.furthermaths.org.uk/index.php
Group design projects : the elevator pitch process
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This is a web page relating to group design projects featuring information about the elevator pitch process in which students give a short spoken presentation of a proposal, idea or design. Though designed for students in the School of Engineering Sciences at Southampton University, the information provided (including an explanation of the process, pictures of presentations and feedback) may be useful to other departments considering using a similar method to enhance students' enterprise and presentation skills.
Author(s): Hans Fangor
URL(s):
• http://www.soton.ac.uk/~fangohr/ses/gdp.html
Helping Engineers Learn Mathematics (HELM)
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The HELM project was an attempt to ensure that the Engineering Council [UK]'s requirements continued to be met at a time when many undergraduates entering university to study engineering perhaps lacked the basic skills and aptitude which could be relied upon in the past.
The project was supported by a HEFCE- FDTL4 grant 2002 - 2005 with transferability funding until July 2006 . The project was consortium-based and managed from Loughborough University. Outputs from the project include workbooks, case studies, computer aided assessment (CAA) for all topics and illustrative computer aided
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URL(s):
• http://www.lboro.ac.uk/research/helm/
Information Inspiration
Other title: Ecodesign resources
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The ‘Information/Inspiration’ project was developed at Loughborough University in collaboration with Huntleigh Technology, funded by the DTI/ESPRC Sustainable Technologies Initiative. The website looks at sustainability from an industrial design perspective and offers practical support. Information/Inspiration is a prototype ecodesign tool that aims to provide industrial designers with the support they need to become involved in environmentally focused projects. The website is freely available to industrial designers without registration. It provides links to a wide range of advice
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Author(s): Dr Vicky Lofthouse (project leader)
URL(s):
• http://www.informationinspiration.org.uk/
InQbate : the Centre for Excellence in Teaching and Learning in Creativity
Other title: InQbate creativity CETL
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This is the website of InQbate, the Centre for Excellence in Teaching and Learning in Creativity. The InQbate CETL is a joint initiative between the University of Sussex and the University of Brighton building on collaboration in the areas of design, innovation and creativity. The CETL will explore how technology can support the creative process in both science and arts subjects. Two Creativity Zones will offer students the opportunity to work in spaces that foster collaborative, self-directed and experiential learning. InQbate also aims to produce a series of multidisciplinary case studies
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URL(s):
• http://www.inqbate.co.uk
Internet Detective
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Internet Detective is a free online tutorial designed to help students in higher and further education who want to use the Internet to help with research for coursework and assignments. The tutorial explains how to think critically when using the Internet for research and offers practical advice on evaluating the quality of web sites.
The tutorial is divided into sections and includes information about advanced Internet skills, information quality, critical evaluation, practical exercises, plagiarism, copyright and citation.
URL(s):
• http://www.vts.intute.ac.uk/detective/
Knowledge and technology exchange in Further Education colleges
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This report addresses the role of Further Education colleges in promoting innovation and entrepreneurship. It examines how knowledge and technology exchange (or transfer), innovation and creativity are being put into practice and recommends future activites and partnerships. The study, which forms the basis of the report, was carried out from March to June 2005.
Author(s): Prof. Sa'ad Medhat
URL(s):
• http://www.neweng.org.uk/uploads/KTT-Final-Draft-Report.pdf
LearnHigher Centre for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL)
Other title: LearnHigher – Excellence in Learning Development (CETL)
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The LearnHigher Centre for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL) is a partnership of 16 Universities, led by Liverpool Hope University, committed to improving student learning through providing excellent resources to support students' learning development, and through practice-led research to inform the effective use of those resources. The centre develops and collates peer reviewed resources in twenty learning areas that underpin activity across all academic subjects, including assessment, academic writing and research. The site also provides a teaching pack containing all the downloads
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URL(s):
• http://www.learnhigher.ac.uk/
Learning and Skills Council (LSC)
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This is the website of The Learning and Skills Council (LSC). Its remit is to make England better skilled and more competitive. The LSC is responsible for funding and planning education and training for over 16-year-olds in England.
URL(s):
• http://www.lsc.gov.uk/
Learning and skills for sustainable development : developing a sustainability literate society
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This publication is one of the outputs of the Higher Education Partnership for Sustainability (HEPS). The purpose of the guidance is to help higher education institutions to integrate sustainability literacy into the curriculum of their learning programmes. It is aimed primarily at those who have responsibility for procuring, designing and delivering courses, although it can be adapted for a wider audience. The approach and tools suggested in the guide have been developed and trialled through Forum for the Future’s HEPS, both in the UK and abroad.
Author(s): Forum for the Future and HEPS (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://www.forumforthefuture.org.uk/node/432
Learning through work placements and beyond
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This is a report for HECSU and the Higher Education Academy’s Work Placements Organisation Forum. The study looked at the effects of work experience placements on learning and employability, as perceived by the student. The report covers: types of work placements; expectations and preparation; supervision; skills and learning resulting from work experience.
Author(s): Brenda Little, Lee Harvey
URL(s):
• http://www.prospects.ac.uk/downloads/documents/HECSU/Conferences…
Making practice based learning work
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This website aims to improve the quality of student experiences during work-based placements. It contains learning materials, resources, case studies and mapping standards. The resource section contains selected materials about practice-based student supervision, including preparation and support. Though developed for use in health care student placements, resources may be used in non-health care disciplines to enhance work-based learning.
URL(s):
• http://www.practicebasedlearning.org/
Mathematics in Education and Industry (MEI)
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This is the website of the Mathematics in Education and Industry (MEI) website. MEI is an independent curriculum development body for mathematics and a registered charity. It offers online and printed resources to support the teaching and learning of mathematics; manages the Further Mathematics Network and Teaching Advanced Mathematics (TAM) course and runs professional development courses. It also provides study and careers advice and informs and supports mathematical developments in schools and colleges.
URL(s):
• http://www.mei.org.uk/
Mathematics Learning Support Centre (MLSC)
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The Mathematics Learning Support Centre (MLSC) provides a range of services and resources designed to support students at Loughborough University in their learning of mathematics. In particular, it aims to help students in the earlier stages of their studies, who might benefit from resources and tuition over and above that normally provided as part of their programme. The Centre was designated a Centre for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL) by HEFCE in 2005.
Author(s): Mathematics Education Centre (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://mlsc.lboro.ac.uk/
Mathematics support materials
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This is a web page of mathematics support materials designed by the University of Plymouth. It results from a project to produce a library of portable, interactive, web-based support packages to help students learn various mathematical ideas and techniques and to support classroom teaching. The resources are suitable for engineering students and the Engineering Subject Centre was involved in the project and provided funding via a Mini-Project grant.
Author(s): Martin Lavelle, Robin Horan
URL(s):
• http://www.tech.plym.ac.uk/maths/resources/PDFLaTex/mathaid.html…
Mathletics
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This is a personal web page owned by Martin Greenhow, a lecturer in Applied Mathematics in the Department of Mathematical Sciences at Brunel University. It lists sources related to mathematics education, including 'Mathletics', a tool which is used in computer-based tests and assessment.
Author(s): Martin Greenhow
URL(s):
• http://people.brunel.ac.uk/~mastmmg/
Maths for Engineering and Science : simulation of linear and non-linear dynamic systems using spreadsheets
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This case study demonstrates how EXCEL has been used to provide simulation facilities in support of teaching control to engineers. This dictates a sampled data approach which fits in naturally with digital implementation of control. The technique also allows students to explore the affects of non-linearities in systems such as control signal saturation. It provides a ‘hands-on’ dimension which students find valuable. The approach is capable of use with other dynamic systems and is not restricted to teaching control.
Author(s): Malcolm Henry
URL(s):
• http://www.mathcentre.ac.uk/resources/casestudies/mathsteam/henr…
Maths for Engineering and Science : teaching Mathematics to Chemistry students at the University of Sheffield
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The Department of Chemistry at the University of Sheffield offers over two semesters 'Mathematics for Chemists 1 and 2', which provide students with the understanding and use of mathematical techniques for various chemistry degrees. This case study reviews these courses and illustrates their value in terms of providing the students with a positive foundation for future study.
Author(s): Michelle Webb
URL(s):
• http://www.mathcentre.ac.uk/resources/casestudies/mathsteam/webb…
Maths for Engineering and Science : teaching Mathematics to first year undergraduate chemists in the context of their discipline
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In this case study new entrants to chemistry degree programmes are given a 24 hour course in mathematics if they do not have an A level qualification in the subject. This concentrates only on the skills necessary to successfully complete the first year physical chemistry course; these include simple statistics, functions, partial differentiation and integration. The course is taught using chemically relevant examples, in an order related to the chemistry course rather than traditional mathematics courses.
Author(s): Dr Paul Yates
URL(s):
• http://www.mathcentre.ac.uk/resources/casestudies/mathsteam/yate…
Maths for Engineering and Science : use of Mathcad to assist in the teaching of second year Engineering Mathematics
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This case study details how Mathcad is used in all years of an engineering mathematics course. Mathcad aids students of civil engineering to investigate real engineering problems which have no analytical solution but which illustrate important mathematical concepts. In the second year engineering mathematics course Mathcad is used to assist in the teaching of numerical solutions of second order boundary value differential equations. Comparisons are made between classical analytical solutions and the numerical solutions.
Author(s): Robert Beale
URL(s):
• http://www.mathcentre.ac.uk/resources/casestudies/mathsteam/beal…
Maths Support for Students : The Study Support Centre, The Robert Gordon University Aberdeen
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This case study describes how the Study Support Centre (SSC), within the Robert Gordon University (RGU), aims to provide students with assistance in Mathematics, Writing & Communication skills, Information & Communication Technology applications, Statistics, Study Skills and support for dyslexic students. The SSC offers students independent assistance through individual and small group tuition outwith their normal programme of study, as well as Computer Assisted Learning (CAL) packages, specialist software for special needs students and text based self-learning materials. The SSC has created
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Author(s): Donna Ellis
URL(s):
• http://www.mathcentre.ac.uk/resources/casestudies/mathsteam/elli…
Maths Support for Students : student support and the bridging course at University College London
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This case study demonstrates how University College London has established a wide selection of teaching resources to support a dramatic increase in the number of entrants to the Mathematics Department. This includes a diagnostic test for all entrants, a workbook for students to complete before the first semester and an integrated system of tutorials, lectures and a problem class. An intense Bridging Course also provides students with a valuable and comprehensive perspective of university mathematics.
Author(s): Robert Bowles, Keith Ball
URL(s):
• http://www.mathcentre.ac.uk/resources/casestudies/mathsteam/bowl…
Maths support for students : student support based on the three stream system at UMIST
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UMIST introduced a three level course structure to help students entering civil engineering, chemical engineering, electrical engineering, chemistry, mechanical engineering, computing and optometry to cope with the maths content of each of the courses. This case study shows how, based on previous qualifications and a diagnostic test, students are allocated places within the P, Q and R stream.
Author(s): Colin Steele, Alasdair Renfrew
URL(s):
• http://www.mathcentre.ac.uk/resources/casestudies/mathsteam/stee…
Maths Support for Students : the Education Drop-in Centre at the University of Glamorgan
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This is a case study about the Education Drop-in Centre at the University of Glamorgan, which was established during the academic year 1996/97. Its aim has always been to provide generic study support for students with writing and study skills, as well as mathematics and statistics skills. Since its creation the Centre has been through a variety of changes in terms of staffing and layout. It has grown steadily each year and now comprises of two sites and seventeen staff, three full-time administrators and fourteen part-time tutors. The Centre is seen to play a key part in retaining students and
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Author(s): Liz Staddon, Lowri Newman
URL(s):
• http://www.mathcentre.ac.uk/resources/casestudies/mathsteam/stad…
Maths Support for Students : the provision of Maths Learning Support at De Montfort University, Leicester
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The Maths Learning Centre (MLC) was first established as a library service in 1994 but initially struggled for funding and recognition at a wider University level. Since 2000 it has been incorporated into the centrally funded Student Learning Advisory Service (SLAS). This case study shows how providers of learning support for the university were brought together to form a team which provides direct specialist learning support to students and professional development for staff.
Author(s): Frances Wright
URL(s):
• http://www.mathcentre.ac.uk/resources/casestudies/mathsteam/wrig…
Maths Support for Students : the weekly Mathematics Clinic at the University of Derby
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A fundamental aim of the specialist programmes, which comprise the Undergraduate Mathematics Scheme at the University of Derby, is to enable wide access and facilitate the development of mathematical skills in students who on entry may not be well qualified in terms of traditional qualifications in A Level mathematics. The provision of appropriate support has therefore been an inherent component of the scheme since its outset and the monitoring and enhancement of that support an ongoing feature. One component of that support, which is considered in this case study is our Drop-in Mathematics Clinic.
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Author(s): Val Lowndes
URL(s):
• http://www.mathcentre.ac.uk/resources/casestudies/mathsteam/lown…
Measuring the mathematics problem
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This report is aimed at those in Higher Education who teach mathematics-based modules, those involved with admissions, and those who set the A-level Mathematics curriculum. It examines the decline in students' basic mathematical skills and level of preparation for mathematics-based degree courses, and disusses the problems which confront those teaching mathematics and mathematics-based modules in higher education. It recommends the diagnostic testing of new undergraduates.
Author(s): The Engineering Council (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://www.engc.org.uk/ecukdocuments/internet/document%20library…
PBLE : guidelines for Project Based Learning in Engineering
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This paper was presented at the ICEE 2003 conference. The PBLE project aims to enhance engineering education by promoting and facilitating the use of Project Based Learning in Engineering, thereby improving students' key transferable skills and their grasp of the subject content. The key skills developed by learning through projects will produce more employable graduates, ready and confident to begin their professional careers.
This paper was presented at the International Conference on Engineering Education, July 21–25, 2003, Valencia, Spain. It introduces the PBLE project and
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Author(s): Adam Moore, Dr Peter Willmot
URL(s):
• http://www.ineer.org/events/icee2003/proceedings/pdf/3604.pdf
Post-14 mathematics inquiry website and report
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In 2002, the UK Government announced that there would be an inquiry into post-14 mathematics education. Professor Adrian Smith FRS, was appointed chair of the Inquiry. Its aim was to make recommendations to ensure that the UK has a strong supply of young people with good mathematical knowledge and skills that meet the wide-ranging needs of employers and further and higher education. The report of the inquiry was released in Feb 2004 and is available from this website.
Author(s): Prof. Adrian Smith (Chair)
URL(s):
• http://www.mathsinquiry.org.uk/
SIGMA CETL
Other title: Centre for Excellence in Mathematics and Statistics Support
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This is the website of the Sigma CETL. Sigma is the Centre for Excellence in the University-wide Provision of Mathematics and Statistics Support. It is a joint venture between Loughborough University, through its Mathematics Education Centre, and Coventry University, through its Mathematics Support Centre. The website includes further information, student support, research and evaluation, and resources.
URL(s):
• http://www.sigma-cetl.ac.uk
Skills for Business
Other title: Sector Skills Development Agency
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A network of UK-wide Sector Skills Councils (SSCs) started in 2002 charged to lead the skills and productivity drive in industry and business sectors as recognised by employers. It brings together employers, trade unions and professional bodies working with government. The Skills for Business network is made up of the 25 Sector Skills Councils (SSCs) – each one is an employer-led, independent organisation. The website provides access to the SSC's, news, views and documents.
URL(s):
• http://www.dius.gov.uk/skills/sector_skills_councils
SORTED : sustainability online resource and toolkit for education
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This website is funded by the Learning and Skills Council, to provide an online sustainability resource and toolkit for education. The website includes quick information, links, a glossary, and case studies in the areas of leadership and management, teaching and learning, building and estates, community and business.
Author(s): Euac: the Environmental Association for Universities and Colleges (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://www.eauc.org.uk/sorted/home
STARS : creation of statistical resources from real datasets
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This is the STARS project website. The project aims to identify real datasets and develop web-accessible worksheets using these datasets and popular statistical packages. Datasets are available in business (2 scenarios), health (5) and psychology (2).
The project was supported by a HEFCE- FDTL4 grant for the period Oct 2002-Sept 2005 to the partners - De Montfort, Coventry, Kingston, Nottingham Trent and Oxford Brookes Universities. The materials will be accessible electronically for use by both staff and students. All materials will reflect genuine scenarios so they will address a
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Author(s): STARS Project (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://www.stars.ac.uk/
Student work placement : a health and safety guide for educators and employers
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This guidance contains information on how to prepare students for work placements, in terms of occupational health and safety (OHS). It considers ways in which educators and employers may work together to ensure the safety of students.
Author(s): Australian Safety and Compensation Council (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/NR/rdonlyres/F47CB668-1FF5-4…
Successful teamwork for undergraduates and taught postgraduates working on group projects
(Ed./Ver: 1st edition)
Other title: Student-friendly guides : successful teamwork
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This book is a guide for students. It aims to provide practical help when working on an undergraduate or postgraduate group project. It examines issues and potential problems involved in teamwork and collaboration, such as sharing out work and decision-making. The book is also of relevance to academics whose students are carrying out group work.
Author(s): Peter Levin
URL(s):
• http://mcgraw-hill.co.uk/html/0335215785.html
Sustainability Competencies for Engineers : RAE Workshop presentations
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This web page hosts 11 presentations in pdf format from the 'Sustainability Competencies for Engineers' Workshop held on 17 February 2004. Forum for the Future and The Royal Academy of Engineering staged this informal seminar, which explored the implications of the new sustainability competencies to practise, and responded to the New Standards for Professional Engineering Competence, (UK-SPEC) in partnership with the Engineering Council (UK).
Author(s): Royal Academy of Engineering (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://www.raeng.org.uk/education/vps/events_1.htm
Sustainable Manufacturing Group at the University of Cambridge
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The Sustainable Manufacturing Group at Cambridge University is part of the Institute for Manufacturing. Its goal is to:
"Develop technologies to transform materials without emission of greenhouse gases, use of non-renewable materials or generation of waste."
The website provides links to current and past research projects and its seminar series. Each offers a number of (pdf-format) presentations which provide downloadable (teaching rather than pedagogic) resources for the teaching academic in sustainable development.
Author(s): Sustainable Manufacturing Group
URL(s):
• http://www.ifm.eng.cam.ac.uk/sustainability/
Talessi project
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This is the TALESSI (Teaching And Learning at the Environment-Science-Society Interface)website. TALESSI is an FDTL project supported by HEFCE, based at the University of Greenwich. It aims to "promote active learning for interdisciplinarity, critical thinking and values awareness in higher education". The website includes access to teaching and learning resources.
URL(s):
• http://www.gre.ac.uk/~bj61/talessi/
teamwork.ac.uk
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This website was set up as part of a project 'Marketing Graduates’ Skills', one of the Higher Education Innovations Fund series, initiated by DfES and taken over by HEFCE, (2000 - 2002). The website currently serves as an archive for the project, and also presents materials used with LSE students to develop 'teamwork skills' and work creatively and effectively on group projects. The site also advertises Peter Levin's book 'Successful Teamwork'.
Author(s): Dr Peter Levin, Ivan Kent
URL(s):
• http://www.synergesis.com/LSEteamwork/
The EPC graduate output standard : assessment of complex outcomes
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The Engineering Professors’ Council (EPC) published a set of graduate output standards in 2000 in the form of a set of “ability to” statements. These attempted to define what an engineering graduate should be able to do. The report was prepared by the Assessment Working Group (AWG) of the EPC.
Author(s): Engineering Professors’ Council (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://www.epc.ac.uk/uploads/output_standards/epc_egos_awg_20020…
The future of engineering research
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This report explores the key issues surrounding engineering research in the UK at the time of publication in 2003. The Royal Academy of Engineering identified various trends in the engineering research environment that demanded closer attention. They hoped to focus the attention of the members of the research community, and those who influence these issues through policy and funding whilst appealing to prevent a serious skills shortage in coming years.
Author(s): The Royal Academy of Engineering (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://www.raeng.org.uk/news/publications/list/reports/Future_of…
The global engineer: incorporating global skills within UK higher education of engineers
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This publication considers how and why universities can embed a global dimension and development education principles within courses run for engineering students. The publication is chiefly aimed at the engineering sector within higher education. It is an output of a Development Awareness Fund Project 'Promoting Development Awareness through dialogue and partnership exploration: UK Engineering Higher Education'.
Author(s): Douglas Bourn, Ian Neal
URL(s):
• http://www.engineersagainstpoverty.org/_db/_documents/WEBGlobalE…
The LTSN MathsTEAM Project
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The LTSN MathsTEAM project was established to produce resources on diagnostic testing, supporting students and teaching maths within the context of a discipline. The project has published three booklets:
· Diagnostic Testing for Mathematics
· Maths Support for Students
· Maths for Engineering and Science.
They provide a comprehensive collection of 65 case studies, intended to assist academics cope with the challenge of enhancing engineering or science students' basic mathematical skills.
Author(s): LTSN MathsTEAM (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://ltsn.mathstore.ac.uk/mathsteam/
The Millennium Mathematics Project (MMP)
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The Millennium Mathematics Project (MMP) is a maths education initiative for ages 5 to 19 and the general public, based at the University of Cambridge but active nationally and internationally. It aims to support maths education and promote the development of mathematical skills and understanding, particularly through enrichment and extension activities beyond the school curriculum. Details of programmes and activites are available on the website.
Author(s): University of Cambridge (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://mmp.maths.org/
The National Council for Work Experience (NCWE)
Other title: work-experience.org
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This is the website of The National Council for Work Experience (NCWE), which promotes, supports and develops quality work experience for the benefit of students, employers and the economy. The website provides information for students, academics and employers. Resources include a database of work placement vacancies, case studies, news and reports. Information on employment opportunities for disabled students is also available.
Author(s): NCWE (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://www.work-experience.org/cms/ShowPage/Home_page/p!eLacegf
The TRIZ Journal
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This is the TRIZ website and online journal. "TRIZ is a problem solving method based on logic and data, not intuition, which accelerates the project team's ability to solve these problems creatively. TRIZ also provides repeatability, predictability, and reliability due to its structure and algorithmic approach. "TRIZ" is the (Russian) acronym for the "Theory of Inventive Problem Solving.""
URL(s):
• http://www.triz-journal.com/
The Undergraduate Ambassadors Scheme (UAS)
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This is the website of The Undergraduate Ambassadors Scheme (UAS), which provides university departments with a framework for a classroom-based degree module awarding academic credit to science, technology, engineering and mathematics undergraduates working with teachers in local schools.
URL(s):
• http://www.uas.ac.uk/
The year in industry
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The Year in Industry initiative challenges Britain's brightest students to join the world of work, the chance to experiment and try out ideas, make their favourite school subject work for them and get recognition for their achievements. It is a scheme for gap-year students to gain pre-university experience of industry backed by comprehensive ‘off the job’ training and a part of The Royal Engineering Academy's Best Programme, plays a vital role in identifying and developing the abilities of young engineers.The website offers information for students, parents and teachers/careers advisors
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Author(s): Royal Academy of Engineering (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://www.yini.org.uk/
Train to gain
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This is the website of Train to Gain, a new service from the Learning and Skills Council (LSC) to help businesses receive the training they require to be successful. The service offers skills advice and will try to match business needs with FE and training providers. Train to Gain aims to enable more adults to achieve a Level 2 qualification and improve basic literacy and numeracy skills. The service forms part of HEFCE's employer engagement strategy.
Author(s): Learning and Skills Council
URL(s):
• http://www.traintogain.gov.uk/
TRANSEND Project
Other title: Transferable Skills in Engineering and their Dissemination
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TRANSEND was a three year FDTL funded project based at the School of Engineering in the Environment, University of Surrey. The project aimed to establish the Effective Transferral of Good Practice in Student Support and Guidance for the Development of Transferable Skills in Engineering. The project was completed in 2002 but the key skills resources are available on the website.
Author(s): Project team (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://www.surrey.ac.uk/eng/transend/
Visiting professors in engineering design for sustainable development
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The Royal Academy of Engineering's Visiting Professors scheme was started in 1998 to develop teaching materials, based on case studies, to enhance both the understanding and the practice of teaching of Sustainable Development.
During the five academic years spanning 1998 to 2004, The Academy sponsored a total of 26 universities to develop teaching material. It is a condition of The Academy's support that any material developed will be made widely available to universities throughout the UK.
Author(s): The Royal Academy of Engineering (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://www.raeng.org.uk/education/vps/sustdev/default.htm
World class skills : implementing the Leitch review of skills in England
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This document, 'World Class Skills: implementing the Leitch Review of Skills in England', is the Government’s response to the earlier independent Review of Skills by Lord Leitch. It examines Leitch's recommendations and provides policy suggestions for their implementation.
Author(s): HM Government (Corporate Author)
URL(s):
• http://www.universitiesuk.ac.uk/Publications/Pages/Publication-2…
Writing matters : the Royal Literary Fund report on student writing in Higher Education
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'Writing matters' is a report commissioned by the Royal Literary Fund on student writing in Higher Education. The report examines difficulties faced by students in writing effectively and proposes solutions. This web page provides further details and a link to the report, as well as related resources for academics about teaching writing to students, and resources for students.
Author(s): Stevie Davies, David Swinburne, Gweno Williams
URL(s):
• http://www.rlf.org.uk/fellowshipscheme/research.cfm
