The review team found that Creative Academy Slough Borough Council effectively fulfils its responsibilities for managing academic standards and the quality of learning opportunities for its higher education programmes awarded by the University of West London. The Academy adopts the University's quality policies and ensures issues are identified and addressed. It offers additional professional programmes that enhance student learning and progression. Students are well supported, and the Academy collaborates positively with the University's Disability Team in developing individual support plans. The review team had confidence in how the Academy manages its responsibilities for academic standards and quality of learning.
This document summarizes discussions from a student services conference in June 2013 regarding developmental education redesign efforts. It provides data on completion rates for developmental English, reading and math courses. It also outlines challenges students face when required to take multiple developmental courses and estimates completion rates decrease with each additional level. The conference focused on accelerating students' progress by reducing time in developmental sequences so they can access college-level courses. Participants discussed math pathways, integrating reading and English and using co-requisite course models and additional student supports.
New Trends in Higher Education Quality Assurance in EuropeColin Tück
The document discusses new trends in quality assurance in European higher education. It outlines the European Higher Education Area's vision of higher education contributing to inclusive societies. Key priorities include enhancing quality teaching and learning, increasing graduate employability, and implementing structural reforms. The standards and guidelines for quality assurance provide a common framework across Europe. New developments include adopting the revised 2015 standards, enabling cross-border quality assurance using registered agencies, establishing a European approach for quality assurance of joint programs, and working towards automatic recognition of qualifications by 2020.
This document summarizes the work of a task force charged with redesigning developmental education across Colorado community colleges. The task force included faculty from English, reading and math and reviewed policies and programs from other states. They recommended accelerating students through developmental sequences by reducing time, credits and courses. The redesign included creating math pathways and integrating reading and English. It also suggested tracking student outcomes in college-level courses. The goal was to implement the new approaches system-wide by Fall 2014.
The document summarizes Colorado's efforts to redesign developmental education. It finds that 27% of community college students enroll in remedial courses and are unlikely to complete associated college courses. Recommendations include reducing remedial course levels, using multiple placement pathways tailored to student majors, and redesigning math courses to focus only on content needed for subsequent college courses. The goal is to move students more quickly into college-level courses and improve completion rates. Implementation would begin in spring 2013 with transition of all colleges by fall 2014.
Developmental Education Taskforce Update for regional meetings November 2012cccscoetc
The document summarizes recommendations from the CCCS Developmental Education Taskforce to redesign developmental education. Key points include:
1) Recommendations aim to reduce time, credits, and courses for students to complete developmental requirements and enter college-level courses, with most students completing requirements in one semester or less.
2) Proposed math pathways include compression models and multiple sequences aligned with students' majors/careers. English and reading recommendations integrate the subjects and include acceleration options like co-requisite support courses.
3) Additional recommendations address student support, faculty training, testing policies, and data-driven continuous improvement to help more developmental students successfully complete college-level coursework.
QUALITY ASSURANCE IN EDUCATION THROUGH VOLUNTARY ACCREDITATIONMary Blaise Mantiza
This document discusses quality assurance in education through voluntary accreditation in the Philippines. It explains that voluntary accreditation is a process of self-regulation that focuses on self-study and evaluation to continually improve educational quality. The Commission on Higher Education was created in 1994 to oversee accrediting agencies in the Philippines. These agencies have established standards and procedures for institutions to undergo peer review and receive certification. More recently, outcomes-based education has been adopted, which focuses on defining program and student learning outcomes and using curriculum mapping and outcomes-based assessment to measure the achievement of outcomes.
Taaccct 1 online learning status oct 2013cccscoetc
Presentation given at the October 2013 TAACCCT 1 COETC sharing day on the status of the online content for energy courses redesigned or developed in hybrid/online format for CCCS COETC grant
This document summarizes the key issues around developmental education in Colorado community colleges. It notes that completion rates for developmental education courses are low, with attrition increasing with each level required. A task force was assembled to make recommendations on reforming the system to improve student success rates. Emerging recommendations include using multiple placement measures, compressing or mainstreaming English and math sequences, contextualizing curriculum, and providing increased student and faculty supports. The timeline calls for recommendations to be finalized in February 2013.
This document summarizes discussions from a student services conference in June 2013 regarding developmental education redesign efforts. It provides data on completion rates for developmental English, reading and math courses. It also outlines challenges students face when required to take multiple developmental courses and estimates completion rates decrease with each additional level. The conference focused on accelerating students' progress by reducing time in developmental sequences so they can access college-level courses. Participants discussed math pathways, integrating reading and English and using co-requisite course models and additional student supports.
New Trends in Higher Education Quality Assurance in EuropeColin Tück
The document discusses new trends in quality assurance in European higher education. It outlines the European Higher Education Area's vision of higher education contributing to inclusive societies. Key priorities include enhancing quality teaching and learning, increasing graduate employability, and implementing structural reforms. The standards and guidelines for quality assurance provide a common framework across Europe. New developments include adopting the revised 2015 standards, enabling cross-border quality assurance using registered agencies, establishing a European approach for quality assurance of joint programs, and working towards automatic recognition of qualifications by 2020.
This document summarizes the work of a task force charged with redesigning developmental education across Colorado community colleges. The task force included faculty from English, reading and math and reviewed policies and programs from other states. They recommended accelerating students through developmental sequences by reducing time, credits and courses. The redesign included creating math pathways and integrating reading and English. It also suggested tracking student outcomes in college-level courses. The goal was to implement the new approaches system-wide by Fall 2014.
The document summarizes Colorado's efforts to redesign developmental education. It finds that 27% of community college students enroll in remedial courses and are unlikely to complete associated college courses. Recommendations include reducing remedial course levels, using multiple placement pathways tailored to student majors, and redesigning math courses to focus only on content needed for subsequent college courses. The goal is to move students more quickly into college-level courses and improve completion rates. Implementation would begin in spring 2013 with transition of all colleges by fall 2014.
Developmental Education Taskforce Update for regional meetings November 2012cccscoetc
The document summarizes recommendations from the CCCS Developmental Education Taskforce to redesign developmental education. Key points include:
1) Recommendations aim to reduce time, credits, and courses for students to complete developmental requirements and enter college-level courses, with most students completing requirements in one semester or less.
2) Proposed math pathways include compression models and multiple sequences aligned with students' majors/careers. English and reading recommendations integrate the subjects and include acceleration options like co-requisite support courses.
3) Additional recommendations address student support, faculty training, testing policies, and data-driven continuous improvement to help more developmental students successfully complete college-level coursework.
QUALITY ASSURANCE IN EDUCATION THROUGH VOLUNTARY ACCREDITATIONMary Blaise Mantiza
This document discusses quality assurance in education through voluntary accreditation in the Philippines. It explains that voluntary accreditation is a process of self-regulation that focuses on self-study and evaluation to continually improve educational quality. The Commission on Higher Education was created in 1994 to oversee accrediting agencies in the Philippines. These agencies have established standards and procedures for institutions to undergo peer review and receive certification. More recently, outcomes-based education has been adopted, which focuses on defining program and student learning outcomes and using curriculum mapping and outcomes-based assessment to measure the achievement of outcomes.
Taaccct 1 online learning status oct 2013cccscoetc
Presentation given at the October 2013 TAACCCT 1 COETC sharing day on the status of the online content for energy courses redesigned or developed in hybrid/online format for CCCS COETC grant
This document summarizes the key issues around developmental education in Colorado community colleges. It notes that completion rates for developmental education courses are low, with attrition increasing with each level required. A task force was assembled to make recommendations on reforming the system to improve student success rates. Emerging recommendations include using multiple placement measures, compressing or mainstreaming English and math sequences, contextualizing curriculum, and providing increased student and faculty supports. The timeline calls for recommendations to be finalized in February 2013.
Credit for Prior Learning Subcommittee meeting held on Feb. 28, 2014 with the agenda of: Opening Introductions, Overview of the CHAMP grant and CPL, CHAMP Grant Outcomes,Introduction to CPL/PLA, Judith Wertheim, Ed. D, Vice President, Higher Education Services, The Council for Adult & Experiential Learning (CAEL), Discussion topics – CPL/PLA in Colorado, Strategic analysis - CPL/PLA in Colorado, Strengths/weaknesses/opportunities/threats, The CCCS CPL Policy, Goal setting, Establish goals/timeline for future work, Logistics, meeting schedule, using Basecamp
This document discusses partnering with employers to provide work-based learning opportunities for students. It notes that quality assurance guidelines allow for delivering full programs, modules, or other learning elements for specific employers using the workplace. Challenges include meeting employer needs for speed, validating internal training, teaching programs, and developing bespoke options. Programs must also ensure adequate support for students, including learning contracts negotiated between students, institutions, and mentors to identify workplace tasks addressing program learning outcomes. Oversight requires due diligence for high volumes of partners and low student numbers per employer.
This document analyzes course outcomes from the first year of a redesigned course program across multiple colleges. It finds that over 8,960 unique students enrolled in redesigned developmental education (DE) courses, exceeding the goal of 2,395 students. For energy courses, 269 unique students enrolled, approaching 13% of the goal. Student pass rates were generally high, with over 80% persisting in DE courses. Analysis of grades found most DE students received satisfactory grades, while a minority received unsatisfactory grades or withdrew from courses. Mean grades were also calculated and compared across different levels to analyze academic outcomes.
Jumping Into the Deep End: CCCS' Success At Moving CTE Courses to Blended Cou...cccscoetc
CCCS successfully moved many Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses to blended/hybrid formats. Originally only 15 of 122 relevant courses were hybrid, but a deadline of December 2013 required all 122 be hybrid. CCCS developed a plan with the following steps:
1) Analyze certificates and courses, identifying high-enrollment and certifiable courses for hybrid conversion.
2) Create a course development plan with benchmarks and incentives for colleges to share hybrid courses.
3) Work with faculty through onsite instructional designers to "chunk" content into online and hands-on activities, and assess quality.
4) Publish hybrid courses openly online to increase enrollment in certificate programs and meet industry demands within
An overview on the National Board of Accreditation (NBA). This slide presentation covers the basic steps of accreditation and the assessment criteria of the NBA. Outcome Based Education (OBE) is also mentioned accordingly.
Validation is the process by which an awarding body confirms that a learner who completes an education program will acquire the intended knowledge, skills, and competencies. The awarding body reviews the program's design and development to ensure it is coherent, has the necessary capacity and resources, and complies with standards and regulations. The validation process involves comparing a program to occupational profiles developed by industry consortiums, quality assurance guidelines, and ensuring existing QA procedures are followed. The first apprenticeship programs submitted for validation were not ready, and both providers and the awarding body learned more was needed, such as additional guidance and communications, to help apprenticeship programs successfully complete the validation process.
The document discusses the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) implemented in Indian higher education. It notes the need for academic reform due to lack of flexibility, interdisciplinarity, and choices for students. CBCS aims to address these issues by allowing students to choose courses, learn at their own pace, and gain certifications. It introduces a credit-based system where credits measure workload and learning hours. While CBCS enhances learning opportunities and flexibility, it also faces challenges like lack of a national framework and partial student knowledge from extra subjects. Steps are suggested to improve CBCS quality, like developing a credit framework and increasing awareness.
The document discusses the DeL peer-mentoring scheme for 2021-2022. It provides background on the history of digital learning at the university from 2007-2021. It then outlines the goals of the Digitally Enhanced Learning (DeL) program which are to improve student experiences, engagement, and learning through the use of new technologies. Finally, it describes how DeL will be implemented during the Fall 2021 semester through the use of Professional Learning Communities where faculty will meet monthly to discuss lessons learned and best practices for incorporating digital learning tools.
1 self study report of abc college , pratap nagar, pratap pradesh qlm only ...utpalbhattacharjee
The document is a self-study report submitted by ABC College located in Pratap Nagar, Pratap Pradesh, India to the National Assessment and Accreditation Council. It provides an executive summary which includes the college's history, vision, mission, strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, challenges and summaries of its performance in criteria such as curricular aspects, teaching-learning and evaluation, research, innovations and extension, infrastructure and learning resources, student support and progression, governance, leadership and management, and institutional values and best practices. The college offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in arts, commerce, science and management and aims to provide value-based quality education and develop students' global skills and social responsibilities through various teaching-learning activities
This document discusses course equivalency and credit systems for higher education. It defines key terms like course equivalence, college transfer, transcripts, course credits, and credit calculation. It provides details on credit systems in India, recommendations from the University Grants Commission on grading systems and credits, and formulas for calculating semester and cumulative grade point averages using course credits and grades. Examples are given to illustrate how to determine a student's SGPA and CGPA based on their coursework over multiple semesters.
The document discusses the revised process for assessment and accreditation of higher education institutions by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) in India. Some key points:
1. The revised process aims to make the accreditation process more robust, objective, transparent, scalable and ICT-enabled, with reduced duration.
2. The revisions are based on feedback from stakeholders like academic experts and institutions. It resulted in developing technology-enabled and user-friendly assessment frameworks.
3. A new manual was developed for the accreditation of dual-mode universities which offer both conventional and distance learning programs, based on inputs from expert committees and stakeholders.
4. The manual will
This document summarizes recommendations from a developmental education taskforce in Colorado. It outlines issues with the traditional multi-level developmental education pipeline, which sees high attrition rates the more levels a student needs to complete. The taskforce considered national models and recommends compressing developmental math and English sequences to reduce time and credits needed. Specific proposals include multiple math pathways based on major, integrated reading/English courses, and accelerated options to complete developmental requirements in one term. Implementation teams would develop new curricula and provide faculty training and support. Success would be measured by completion of college-level math and English courses.
Victor Valley College Distance Education Academy - November 2014Justin Gatewood
Presentation given at Victor Valley College in November 2015 by Jory Hadsell from the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office - regarding Distance Education Initiatives from the state level.
Developmental Education Redesign CCCS March 2013cccscoetc
The document summarizes recommendations for redesigning developmental education in the Colorado community college system. It proposes reducing the number of levels and time spent in developmental math and English courses by creating corequisite models. For math, it recommends pathways tailored to students' majors. It also outlines plans for improved testing, student support, faculty training, and measures for assessing student success in college-level courses. The proposed changes aim to move students more efficiently through developmental requirements to increase completion rates.
Colorado redesigned its developmental education system to accelerate student progress and increase completion rates. The previous system required students to spend up to two years completing remedial coursework before college-level classes. The redesign integrated support services, accelerated pathways to college-level courses in one or two semesters, and allowed students to enroll directly in college math or English while taking a corequisite lab. It aimed to reduce time, credits and costs for students while preparing them for career-focused program requirements or transfer. The redesign was informed by national research and local pilots, and intended to increase the number of students completing developmental education and college credentials.
The use of technology in relation to the teaching excellence framework criteriaSue Beckingham
This document discusses how universities can use technology and social media to demonstrate teaching excellence aligned with the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) criteria. The TEF measures teaching quality, learning environment, and student outcomes across three criteria: student engagement, valuing teaching, and feedback for teaching quality; resources, scholarship/professional practice, and personalized learning for learning environment; and employment/further study, employability/skills, and outcomes for all for student outcomes. The document provides examples of how technologies like social media, devices for student feedback, and digital resources can help universities meet each of the TEF criteria.
This document contains the resume of Danish Khan. It details his education including a Master's degree in Applied Mathematics from Hochschule Mittweida in Germany and a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering from Bahria University in Pakistan. It also outlines his professional experience including roles as an Admin Officer, IT Specialist, Assistant System Analyst, and Database Manager. His skills include software testing, project management, databases, and web and mobile development.
Credit for Prior Learning Subcommittee meeting held on Feb. 28, 2014 with the agenda of: Opening Introductions, Overview of the CHAMP grant and CPL, CHAMP Grant Outcomes,Introduction to CPL/PLA, Judith Wertheim, Ed. D, Vice President, Higher Education Services, The Council for Adult & Experiential Learning (CAEL), Discussion topics – CPL/PLA in Colorado, Strategic analysis - CPL/PLA in Colorado, Strengths/weaknesses/opportunities/threats, The CCCS CPL Policy, Goal setting, Establish goals/timeline for future work, Logistics, meeting schedule, using Basecamp
This document discusses partnering with employers to provide work-based learning opportunities for students. It notes that quality assurance guidelines allow for delivering full programs, modules, or other learning elements for specific employers using the workplace. Challenges include meeting employer needs for speed, validating internal training, teaching programs, and developing bespoke options. Programs must also ensure adequate support for students, including learning contracts negotiated between students, institutions, and mentors to identify workplace tasks addressing program learning outcomes. Oversight requires due diligence for high volumes of partners and low student numbers per employer.
This document analyzes course outcomes from the first year of a redesigned course program across multiple colleges. It finds that over 8,960 unique students enrolled in redesigned developmental education (DE) courses, exceeding the goal of 2,395 students. For energy courses, 269 unique students enrolled, approaching 13% of the goal. Student pass rates were generally high, with over 80% persisting in DE courses. Analysis of grades found most DE students received satisfactory grades, while a minority received unsatisfactory grades or withdrew from courses. Mean grades were also calculated and compared across different levels to analyze academic outcomes.
Jumping Into the Deep End: CCCS' Success At Moving CTE Courses to Blended Cou...cccscoetc
CCCS successfully moved many Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses to blended/hybrid formats. Originally only 15 of 122 relevant courses were hybrid, but a deadline of December 2013 required all 122 be hybrid. CCCS developed a plan with the following steps:
1) Analyze certificates and courses, identifying high-enrollment and certifiable courses for hybrid conversion.
2) Create a course development plan with benchmarks and incentives for colleges to share hybrid courses.
3) Work with faculty through onsite instructional designers to "chunk" content into online and hands-on activities, and assess quality.
4) Publish hybrid courses openly online to increase enrollment in certificate programs and meet industry demands within
An overview on the National Board of Accreditation (NBA). This slide presentation covers the basic steps of accreditation and the assessment criteria of the NBA. Outcome Based Education (OBE) is also mentioned accordingly.
Validation is the process by which an awarding body confirms that a learner who completes an education program will acquire the intended knowledge, skills, and competencies. The awarding body reviews the program's design and development to ensure it is coherent, has the necessary capacity and resources, and complies with standards and regulations. The validation process involves comparing a program to occupational profiles developed by industry consortiums, quality assurance guidelines, and ensuring existing QA procedures are followed. The first apprenticeship programs submitted for validation were not ready, and both providers and the awarding body learned more was needed, such as additional guidance and communications, to help apprenticeship programs successfully complete the validation process.
The document discusses the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) implemented in Indian higher education. It notes the need for academic reform due to lack of flexibility, interdisciplinarity, and choices for students. CBCS aims to address these issues by allowing students to choose courses, learn at their own pace, and gain certifications. It introduces a credit-based system where credits measure workload and learning hours. While CBCS enhances learning opportunities and flexibility, it also faces challenges like lack of a national framework and partial student knowledge from extra subjects. Steps are suggested to improve CBCS quality, like developing a credit framework and increasing awareness.
The document discusses the DeL peer-mentoring scheme for 2021-2022. It provides background on the history of digital learning at the university from 2007-2021. It then outlines the goals of the Digitally Enhanced Learning (DeL) program which are to improve student experiences, engagement, and learning through the use of new technologies. Finally, it describes how DeL will be implemented during the Fall 2021 semester through the use of Professional Learning Communities where faculty will meet monthly to discuss lessons learned and best practices for incorporating digital learning tools.
1 self study report of abc college , pratap nagar, pratap pradesh qlm only ...utpalbhattacharjee
The document is a self-study report submitted by ABC College located in Pratap Nagar, Pratap Pradesh, India to the National Assessment and Accreditation Council. It provides an executive summary which includes the college's history, vision, mission, strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, challenges and summaries of its performance in criteria such as curricular aspects, teaching-learning and evaluation, research, innovations and extension, infrastructure and learning resources, student support and progression, governance, leadership and management, and institutional values and best practices. The college offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in arts, commerce, science and management and aims to provide value-based quality education and develop students' global skills and social responsibilities through various teaching-learning activities
This document discusses course equivalency and credit systems for higher education. It defines key terms like course equivalence, college transfer, transcripts, course credits, and credit calculation. It provides details on credit systems in India, recommendations from the University Grants Commission on grading systems and credits, and formulas for calculating semester and cumulative grade point averages using course credits and grades. Examples are given to illustrate how to determine a student's SGPA and CGPA based on their coursework over multiple semesters.
The document discusses the revised process for assessment and accreditation of higher education institutions by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) in India. Some key points:
1. The revised process aims to make the accreditation process more robust, objective, transparent, scalable and ICT-enabled, with reduced duration.
2. The revisions are based on feedback from stakeholders like academic experts and institutions. It resulted in developing technology-enabled and user-friendly assessment frameworks.
3. A new manual was developed for the accreditation of dual-mode universities which offer both conventional and distance learning programs, based on inputs from expert committees and stakeholders.
4. The manual will
This document summarizes recommendations from a developmental education taskforce in Colorado. It outlines issues with the traditional multi-level developmental education pipeline, which sees high attrition rates the more levels a student needs to complete. The taskforce considered national models and recommends compressing developmental math and English sequences to reduce time and credits needed. Specific proposals include multiple math pathways based on major, integrated reading/English courses, and accelerated options to complete developmental requirements in one term. Implementation teams would develop new curricula and provide faculty training and support. Success would be measured by completion of college-level math and English courses.
Victor Valley College Distance Education Academy - November 2014Justin Gatewood
Presentation given at Victor Valley College in November 2015 by Jory Hadsell from the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office - regarding Distance Education Initiatives from the state level.
Developmental Education Redesign CCCS March 2013cccscoetc
The document summarizes recommendations for redesigning developmental education in the Colorado community college system. It proposes reducing the number of levels and time spent in developmental math and English courses by creating corequisite models. For math, it recommends pathways tailored to students' majors. It also outlines plans for improved testing, student support, faculty training, and measures for assessing student success in college-level courses. The proposed changes aim to move students more efficiently through developmental requirements to increase completion rates.
Colorado redesigned its developmental education system to accelerate student progress and increase completion rates. The previous system required students to spend up to two years completing remedial coursework before college-level classes. The redesign integrated support services, accelerated pathways to college-level courses in one or two semesters, and allowed students to enroll directly in college math or English while taking a corequisite lab. It aimed to reduce time, credits and costs for students while preparing them for career-focused program requirements or transfer. The redesign was informed by national research and local pilots, and intended to increase the number of students completing developmental education and college credentials.
The use of technology in relation to the teaching excellence framework criteriaSue Beckingham
This document discusses how universities can use technology and social media to demonstrate teaching excellence aligned with the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) criteria. The TEF measures teaching quality, learning environment, and student outcomes across three criteria: student engagement, valuing teaching, and feedback for teaching quality; resources, scholarship/professional practice, and personalized learning for learning environment; and employment/further study, employability/skills, and outcomes for all for student outcomes. The document provides examples of how technologies like social media, devices for student feedback, and digital resources can help universities meet each of the TEF criteria.
This document contains the resume of Danish Khan. It details his education including a Master's degree in Applied Mathematics from Hochschule Mittweida in Germany and a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering from Bahria University in Pakistan. It also outlines his professional experience including roles as an Admin Officer, IT Specialist, Assistant System Analyst, and Database Manager. His skills include software testing, project management, databases, and web and mobile development.
Intern under Sameer mathur app marketing ideaPranjal Mundra
Connect is developing an all-in-one communications app that allows users to message, call, video chat, and share content from any device. The app aims to have 50 million users in its first year, 120 million in the second, and 200 million in the third by aggressively pricing its services and expanding to new platforms and regions. It will compete with popular messaging apps by offering more integrated communication features while customizing its offerings to different customer segments.
Alexandre M. Oktan is a camera operator and cinematographer based in Toronto, Canada who has worked on numerous television shows, documentaries, and films. He has over 15 years of experience as a director of photography and camera operator on productions in Canada, the United States, France and Cuba. The document provides a detailed list of Oktan's credits and experience in television, film, and commercial production as well as his education and training in photography, film, and diving.
Raimondo Villano - Meridiani farmaceutici tra etica laica e morale cattolica...Raimondo Villano
ABS. da: R. Villano “La cruna dell’ago: meridiani farmaceutici tra etica laica e morale cattolica”; vincitore della LXV edizione del Premio nazionale Fondazione Elide Stramezzi dell’A.S.A.S.-Mi.B.A.C., conferito in quanto contributo per l’assunzione di “consapevolezza di una elevata cultura di vita per portare avanti con coraggio una professione tesa ai più alti valori umani e cristiani” (Roma, 22 nov 2007); patrocinato da: Accademia di Storia dell’Arte Sanitaria e Chiron Foundation, Praxys dpt. Dalla presentazione: “L’opera viene a riempire un vuoto nella trattazione italiana in un campo sempre più seguito e, senza dubbio, di grandi prospettive. L’Autore, già foriero di contributi originali, fornisce ora in questo suo volume agli studiosi di scienze farmaceutiche e farmacologia una serie di preziose informazioni e riflessioni. È, perciò, altamente meritoria quest’opera di sviscerare per un folto stuolo di lettori e studiosi della materia i diversi problemi del farmaco e, nello stesso tempo, evidenziare le difficoltà della promozione scientifica per un pubblico già maturo e temprato dalla situazione particolarmente grave, specie per quanto riguarda gli aspetti terapeutici. Questo tema è inquadrato nella giusta fisionomia ed è pieno di prospettive. I capitoli del libro sono pieni di filosofia e la notevole cultura ed umanità dell’Autore emergono qua e là con citazioni classiche mentre la Sua profonda conoscenza dell’argomento gli permette di passare con la stessa proprietà di linguaggio dalla etiopatogenesi alla sociologia. L’auspicio dello Scienziato Tarro è che quest’ottimo libro non solo rechi ausilio all’analisi ed allo studio della farmacogenesi ma favorisca anche la sensibilizzazione dell’opinione pubblica, troppo spesso ignara e indifesa di fronte ai problemi della salute. Il Presidente dei Farmacisti italiani Leopardi, dal canto suo, attraversando metaforicamente l’opera, vi trova riflessioni, considerazioni e materiali che illuminano di senso e prospettive altre e alte la professione farmaceutica. Che, una volta di più, è riconoscente all’Autore per il Suo sforzo continuo e concreto finalizzato ad accrescerne contenuti e profondità, in una visione che - correttamente - si preoccupa di andare ben oltre quegli aspetti commerciali purtroppo più immediatamente e banalmente percepibili”. Ed. Effegibi, pag. 365, lug 2007; 2^ ediz. con presentazione del MD, PhD Giulio Tarro, Chairman of Committe on Biotechnologies and VirusSphere World Academy Biomedical Tecnologies Wabt dell’Unesco-Parigi e già allievo di Albert B. Sabin e membro Commissione Nazionale di Bioetica (Chiron Foundation, Praxys dpt, Ed. Effegibi, ISBN 978-88-904235-09, LCC BJ 1725, CDD 177 VIL cru 2008, pp. 393, set2008); 3^ ediz. con presentazione del MD, PhD Giulio Tarro (Chiron, Ed. MBE, ISBN, pp. 398, giu 2009).
The document profiles 4 potential audience members for a pop music magazine:
Sarah Jeffreys (16) enjoys pop music artists and magazines but not fashion style. Jamie Sommers (18) has music tastes, fashion style, and interests aligned with pop genre. Sophie Dai (13) listens mainly to pop artists and reads relevant magazines. Mitchel Howard (20) has some pop music interests but is out of the target age range.
This document provides information on systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and scleroderma. For SLE, it lists common clinical manifestations and their prevalence, screening and specific tests used for investigation, SLICC criteria for diagnosis, and treatment approaches depending on disease severity and organ involvement. For scleroderma, it defines the condition, discusses epidemiology and types (limited vs diffuse cutaneous), clinical features including Raynaud's phenomenon, investigations supportive of diagnosis, and treatments aimed at specific organ systems while noting there is no treatment to alter the natural disease course.
델파이는 단 하나의 코드베이스로 안드로이드, iOS, 윈도우, 맥 용 앱을 한 번에 개발해 배포할 수 있는 개발툴입니다.
본 문서는 도서 '한 번에 개발하는 안드로이드&iOS with 델파이' 중
부록 '델파이 무료 평가판 설치 방법'에 대한 내용입니다.
해당 도서 및 다양한 델파이 관련 도서에 대한 자세한 내용은 www.devgear.co.kr/book 을 통해서 확인할 수 있습니다.
The document discusses plans for launching a new mobility concept, including a controlled launch process, adding new digital roles and processes, launch events and media coverage, collaborating with social influencers to generate word of mouth, having an offline presence while amplifying efforts with digital marketing, and undergoing a digital transformation with agile and multifunctional teams.
Kijo Oudshoorn from vidaXL discusses launching the vidaXL marketplace to allow sellers to reach vidaXL's 170 million turnover across 29 countries. The marketplace model involves each seller having their own store on the site where they can define prices and service independently while vidaXL handles logistics, translation and payments. Succeeding requires clear communication, high service levels, and balancing assortment, service, logistics and systems. Signing up gives sellers access to vidaXL's large audience across Europe.
The document discusses strategies for a company to inspire, educate, entertain, and build brand awareness, image, and values among customers. It focuses on using customer data and various communication channels to provide helpful information, nurture relationships, and cross-sell/upsell products and services while caring for customers with love and advice. The company aims to understand customers' needs and problems to offer solutions.
델파이는 단 하나의 코드베이스로 안드로이드, iOS, 윈도우, 맥 용 앱을 한 번에 개발해 배포할 수 있는 개발툴입니다.
본 문서는 도서 '한 번에 개발하는 안드로이드&iOS with 델파이' 중
부록 '안드로이드 앱 스토어(Google Play) 배포 방법'에 대한 내용입니다.
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1. Review for Specific Course Designation
by the Quality Assurance Agency
for Higher Education
Creative Academy Slough Borough Council
April 2014
Contents
Key findings about Creative Academy Slough Borough Council.........................1
Good practice ........................................................................................................................1
Recommendations.................................................................................................................1
About this report .......................................................................................................2
The provider's stated responsibilities......................................................................................3
Recent developments ............................................................................................................3
Students' contribution to the review........................................................................................3
Detailed findings about Creative Academy Slough Borough Council..................4
1 Academic standards.................................................................................................4
2 Quality of learning opportunities ...............................................................................6
3 Information about learning opportunities...................................................................8
Action plan...............................................................................................................10
About QAA...............................................................................................................15
Glossary...................................................................................................................16
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Key findings about Creative Academy Slough
Borough Council
As a result of its Review for Specific Course Designation carried out in April 2014, the QAA
review team (the team) considers that there can be confidence in how the provider
manages its stated responsibilities for the standards of the programmes it offers on behalf of
the University of West London.
The team also considers that there can be confidence in how the provider manages its
stated responsibilities for the quality and enhancement of the learning opportunities it offers
on behalf of the awarding body.
The team considers that reliance can be placed on the information that the provider
produces for its intended audiences about the learning opportunities it offers.
Good practice
The team has identified the following good practice:
provision of cultural activities to support the local community (paragraph 1.4)
the range of additional professional programmes that enhance learning
opportunities and support students' progression (paragraph 1.5)
the positive collaboration with the University's Disability Team in the development of
individual support plans (paragraph 2.10)
the allocation of industry mentors and partners ensure students' learning is informed
by current practice (paragraph 2.11).
Recommendations
The team has also identified a number of recommendations for the enhancement of the
higher education provision.
The team considers that it is advisable for the provider to:
provide more explicit and consistent formative feedback across all modules of the
foundation degree (paragraph 2.12).
The team considers that it would be desirable for the provider to:
continue to develop a more structured and sustainable communication system with
students (paragraph 3.3)
consider the provision of a virtual learning environment (paragraph 3.4).
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About this report
This report presents the findings of the Review for Specific Course Designation1
conducted
by QAA at Creative Academy Slough Borough Council (the Academy), which is a privately
funded provider of higher education. The purpose of the review is to provide public
information about how the provider discharges its stated responsibilities for the management
and delivery of academic standards and the quality of learning opportunities available to
students. The review applies to programmes of study that the provider delivers on behalf of
the University of West London (the University). The review was carried out by Mrs Angela
Maguire and Mr Nabeel Zaidi (reviewers) and Dr Margaret Johnson (Coordinator).
The review team conducted the review in agreement with the provider and in accordance
with the Review for Educational Oversight (and for specific course designation): Handbook,
April 2013.2
Evidence in support of the review included documentation supplied by the
provider and awarding body, meetings with staff and students, reports of reviews by the
University, membership documentation for the Council for Dance Education and Training,
and examples of written and practical student work. During the visit the College also
provided access to the student portal of the website.
The review team also considered the provider's use of the relevant external reference points:
The framework for higher education in England, Wales and Northern Ireland
(FHEQ)
programme specifications
subject benchmark statements
the UK Quality Code for Higher Education (Quality Code)
Foundation Degree Qualification Benchmark (FDQB).
Please note that if you are unfamiliar with any of the terms used in this report you can find
them in the Glossary.
The Creative Academy is a not-for-profit monotechnic organisation which is managed
through Slough Borough Council and is unique in that it is the only Council in England to
offer a degree programme. The Academy began in 2003 and is situated on the outskirts of
Slough in a former school building called The West Wing Arts Centre. Slough is the most
ethnically diverse area outside London with a young population that has lower than average
skills and academic qualifications. The Council recognised an opportunity to develop dance
programmes which aim to be an affordable alternative to university and vocational school
dance training with a strong industry focus.
There are 80 students across the two programmes and the Academy is proud of its 100 per
cent graduate employment in the dance industry. Staff are almost all part-time and are
employed by Slough Borough Council but work closely with the awarding University and
professional industry partners.
At the time of the review, the provider offered the following higher education programmes,
listed beneath their awarding body:
University of West London
FdA Dance
BA (Hons) Dance
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www.qaa.ac.uk/InstitutionReports/types-of-review/designated-providers/Pages/default.aspx
2
www.qaa.ac.uk/Publications/InformationAndGuidance/Pages/REO-designated-providers-handbook-13.aspx
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The provider's stated responsibilities
Overall quality of the provision is the responsibility of the University who carry out annual
monitoring and periodic review of the programmes. The Academy interviews and selects
appropriate students, sets assessments and moderates first and second marking of
assignments. It is also responsible for curriculum development, induction, tutorials and the
collection and analysis of student feedback.
There is a shared responsibility for the monitoring of student retention and completion rates
together with the review and response to annual monitoring reviews and module evaluations.
Shared responsibility is also undertaken for programme specifications and intended learning
outcomes, assessment of teaching skills, staff development and the monitoring of the quality
of teaching and learning
Recent developments
The current partnership validation agreement with the University is due to end in August
2014 and the Academy has explored the options of Buckinghamshire Chilterns University
College and Pearson to validate the dance provision as a risk mechanism. Discussions with
the new university are not progressing but an agreement with Pearson is in its final stages
and higher national diplomas (HNDs) will be offered in September 2014, if needed.
Any students still registered with the University will be supported by the University to
complete their studies.
Students' contribution to the review
Students studying on higher education programmes at the Academy were invited to present
a submission to the review team. One student acted as the conduit to produce a video
presentation with voiceover. In preparation he interviewed the majority of the students at the
Academy and posed several questions about their experience during their studies.
The responses were recorded and added to a video of the students performing dance
sequences. A group of 10 students met with the team and one student representative met
with the coordinator at the preparatory meeting. The students were articulate and open
during the discussion and their views were helpful to the team.
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Detailed findings about Creative Academy Slough
Borough Council
1 Academic standards
How effectively does the Academy fulfil its responsibilities for the
management of academic standards?
1.1 The Academy understands its responsibilities for the management of academic
standards and fulfils them effectively. It adopts all University quality policies, which are
embedded into its own quality cycle, and ensures that annual monitoring reports are
considered in the University system. The University undertakes annual and periodic review,
and appoints a collaborative link tutor to work with the Academy on a day-to-day basis. It is
clear that the support and guidance of the link tutor is appreciated by the staff and ensures
that issues are effectively identified, discussed and acted upon. Proposals for new modules
are submitted to the University Academic and Quality Standards Committee for approval.
1.2 The Academy is owned and managed by Slough Borough Council and the
Programme Leader reports to the Head of Culture and Sport at the Council, who in turn
reports to the Director of Community and Skills. Programmes are delivered through a
University Collaborative Agreement (validation only), which is managed by the London
College of Music, a school within the University. The agreement clearly identifies the
standards and expectations from both the Council and the University. The University
Academic Registry oversees the quality assurance arrangements, and provides advice on
preparing reports for the University. These arrangements meet the requirements of Part B:
Assuring and enhancing academic quality of the Quality Code. The Academy recognises
and appreciates the high level of support it receives from the University.
1.3 The Programme Leader has delegated authority from the University for the
management of academic standards and quality of the student educational experience,
and provides effective academic and practical leadership. He oversees the use of resources,
such as the deployment of teaching staff and the allocation of teaching and timetabling.
Most modules are delivered by part-time industry partners and stakeholders, which is well
coordinated by the Programme Leader and ensures the efficient and effective running of a
coherent programme.
How effectively does the Academy make use of external reference points to
manage academic standards?
1.4 The Academy contributes significantly to the Council's key priorities in health,
economy and skills. It has successfully gained affiliate membership with the Council for
Dance Education and Training who are the dance industry quality assurance provider.
Together with Slough Borough Council the Academy offers a good range of resources and
support, including five dance studios, a 250 seat theatre, gym, library and pilates studio.
The Academy has a growing reputation in its partnership and links with industry, together
with the work it carries out with a variety of stakeholders. In conjunction with its work with
disadvantaged groups, this provides cultural activities to support the local community and is
considered to be good practice.
1.5 The Academy provides a range of additional professional programmes that
enhance learning opportunities to support students' progression, which is considered to be
good practice. Additional programmes include the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing
Grades, Active IQ Pilates; Matwork 1, Stage Combat, Diploma in Dance Instruction,
the Diploma in Dance Education and Professional Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector.
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Students identified, and staff endorsed, that these programmes added value to their main
qualification and that they would be viewed positively by potential employers in the dance
sector. First destination data collected by the Academy confirms the high progression rates
into employment of graduates. Progression data for the FdA Dance indicates strong internal
progression rates onto the BA (Hons) Dance programme.
1.6 The University is completing its mapping of the Quality Code, which the Academy
will adopt, once completed. Full use has been made of the FHEQ, relevant subject
benchmark statements in dance and performing arts subjects, and FDQB.
How does the Academy use external moderation, verification or examining to
assure academic standards?
1.7 The Academy is effective in implementing a formalised approach to the
consideration of external examiners reports and the monitoring of subsequent action plans.
It has responsibility for the design of all assessments, which are subject to formal internal
verification and subsequent external verification. Assessment schedules are provided at the
beginning of the programme, with stipulated dates for submission and return of the assessed
work. Written feedback is provided, followed by regular meetings with tutors to discuss the
feedback. The students testify to consistent adherence to the assessment schedules and the
benefits this brings to the management of their studies.
1.8 In compliance with University guidelines, an external examiner is appointed to each
award and trained by the University. The annual external examiner reports are submitted to
the University and are then passed to the Academy for consideration. Each report is
discussed at the annual away-day and the action plan to address issues is reported to the
University Academic Standards and Quality Committee. Issues and action plans are also
included in the annual monitoring reports.
1.9 The Academy understands its responsibilities for the management of academic
standards and effectively fulfils them. It adopts all University quality policies, which are
embedded into its own quality cycle. The University oversees the quality assurance
arrangements, and provides advice on preparing reports. The Programme Leader provides
effective academic and practical leadership and ensures the efficient and effective running of
a coherent programme. The Academy is effective in its use of external moderation,
verification and examining to assure academic standards. Specialist and highly qualified
professionals ensure that the programmes reflect the diverse dance industry. The addition of
professional programmes that enhance learning opportunities to support students'
progression is considered to be good practice. In conjunction with its work with
disadvantaged groups, the Academy provides cultural activities to support the local
community, which is considered to be good practice.
The review team has confidence in the provider's management of its responsibilities for the
standards of the programmes it offers on behalf of its awarding body.
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2 Quality of learning opportunities
How effectively does the Academy fulfil its responsibilities for managing and
enhancing the quality of learning opportunities?
2.1 The Academy effectively fulfils its responsibilities for managing the quality of
learning opportunities as described in paragraphs 1.1 to 1.3.
2.2 Admissions policies and criteria are inclusive and flexible, and seek to widen
participation. They are based on the Council's Equality and Diversity Policy and the
University's Widening Participation mission. This is supported by the University's
Accreditation of Prior Certified Learning (APCL) and Accreditation of Prior Experiential
Learning (APEL) processes. APEL is used where students do not hold relevant prior formal
qualifications. Students with equivalent modules can join at various points in the programme.
2.3 All students undertake a one week induction, which includes an initial assessment.
The University Disability Team provides the Academy with support for disabled students,
including guidance on completion of their Individual Support Plans. Student induction
includes instruction on the effective use of the Harvard system of referencing. This, together
with the continual reinforcement of correct referencing in assessments reduces the likelihood
of plagiarism. Students are also allocated a personal tutor with whom they meet three times
a semester and who assists them in tracking their progress. Students agreed that this
contact enhanced their learning opportunities.
2.4 The teaching, learning and assessment of the FdA Dance is managed over two
academic years and the BA (Hons) Dance is managed over three academic terms.
Both programmes use assessment methods that promote the production of authentic work
in different formats. Most include a high degree of supervision, and a personal academic
tutor is allocated for each student on the BA (Hons) Dance to encourage students to
discover their individual practice as a performer. Annual standardisation and double marking
are undertaken to maintain consistency of assessment. Mitigation and extension
arrangements follow University guidelines.
2.5 The practice-based degree programmes are enhanced with a variety of
industry-specific professional practice qualifications. A variety of additional courses are
embedded in the programme, that give considerable added value to the overall qualification
and enhances the students portfolio of work. The foundation degree is used to enhance the
honours degree by encouraging students to work together on practice and production
techniques.
How effectively does the Academy make use of external reference points to
manage and enhance learning opportunities?
2.6 The Academy makes effective use of the University and the Council as its main
external reference points. These are clearly defined and embedded in Academy structures
and policies. All Academy staff are employed by the Council and are inducted into its policies
and procedures, and into the University's quality policies and procedures. The Programme
Leader reports to the University on the quality of learning opportunities which are also
reviewed annually and periodically by both the Academy and the University. Academy
personnel attend staff development and annual away days organised by the University and
the Council.
How does the Academy assure itself that the quality of teaching and learning
is being maintained and enhanced?
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2.7 The University Academic Standards and Quality Committee and the Programme
Leader have effective oversight of all matters relating to the quality and enhancement of
learning and teaching. The Academy implements the Teaching and Learning Strategy of the
University and monitors the effectiveness of its procedures through scrutiny of the annual
monitoring reports, student feedback, external examiner comments and analysis of student
data on achievement and progression.
2.8 Effective recruitment and selection procedures ensure that the Academy appoints
and retains high calibre tutors. Teaching performance is evaluated by the Academy through
peer review, and uses the Council's detailed observation of teaching and learning procedure.
Those falling below Council expectations are not re-engaged.
2.9 Student opinion is actively welcomed at the Academy. Student representatives chair
formal meetings, meet external examiners, are involved in the periodic review panel and in
the recruitment of new staff. End of module student surveys are systematically analysed and
inform programme annual reports and the Collaborative Annual Report.
How does the Academy assure itself that students are supported effectively?
2.10 The Academy provides a highly supportive environment for all its students with a
staff to student ratio of 1:7. Individual support plans are effective in supporting learners with
disabilities or learning difficulties. A student with dyslexia commented favourably on the
range of support that is provided to her and programme tutors noted the positive
collaboration with the University's Disability Team in the development of individual support
plans. This is considered to be good practice.
2.11 All students complete personal development plans and are allocated a personal
tutor. The small size of the provision enables close and regular interaction between tutors
and students, who find staff approachable and helpful. Students are also allocated industry
mentors and industry partners to ensure their learning is informed by current and relevant
industry practice, which is considered to be good practice.
2.12 The Academy effectively supports students in the assessment process through
written and verbal summative feedback. Written summative feedback is clear, detailed and
timely. Students also confirmed the quality, clarity and timeliness of verbal summative and
formative feedback. Students confirm their preference for verbal feedback that allows them
to identify immediately the improvements that need to be made, and compliments the
practical and non-written nature of most of the assessments. However, written formative
feedback across modules of the FdA Dance is variable and does not always clearly identify
the improvements that students need to make. It is advisable that the Academy provide
more explicit and consistent formative feedback across all modules of the foundation degree.
How effectively does the Academy develop its staff in order to improve student
learning opportunities?
2.13 Staff development is responsive to the needs of tutors who are supported
financially by the Council to undertake continuing professional development that aligns
with the objectives of the Academy. Tutors spoke highly of the support they receive and
confirmed that development activities contribute to the enhancement of particular modules
and programmes.
2.14 Peer review identifies action points, which in turn inform development needs.
Sharing of good practice is embedded in the provision. Examples include the focus on
planning and preparation of productions that requires cross-module cooperation and
collaboration with the University and some of its students; and away-days organised by the
Academy which provide an additional opportunity to discuss and share good practice.
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How effectively does the Academy ensure that learning resources are
accessible to students and sufficient to enable them to achieve the intended
learning outcomes?
2.15 Learning resources are systematically planned and carefully aligned to programme
delivery schedules. The Council ensures that there are sufficient premises available for the
Academy programmes, in particular, performance areas, which are fully appreciated by the
students. Appropriate textbooks are made available to students in the Academy's library
and arrangements exist for a private Academy collection at the local municipal library that
students can borrow. The Council allocates a modest annual budget to replenish and
purchase additional texts.
2.16 The review team has confidence in the Academy fulfilling its responsibilities for
managing and enhancing the quality of the intended learning outcomes. This is particularly
evident in the way that it has planned and implemented additional complementary vocational
programmes as an adjunct to the main programmes. This supports progression opportunities
for students. The team recognises that the Academy provides structured and sustained
support to students with disabilities and learning difficulties, and that the effective use of
industry mentors and industry partners inform student learning and motivate them to
succeed. The team considers these to be good practice. The team noted some areas that
the Academy should address. These include the provision of more consistent and explicit
formative feedback and the development and implementation of a virtual learning
environment.
The review team has confidence that the provider is fulfilling its responsibilities for
managing and enhancing the quality of the intended learning opportunities it provides
for students.
3 Information about learning opportunities
How effectively does the Academy communicate information about learning
opportunities to students and other stakeholders?
3.1 The Academy effectively communicates information about learning opportunities to
potential and current students through its website. The comprehensive information includes
the Student Handbook, module study guides, the Quality Assurance Manual and a range of
policies for both staff and students. The website is the repository for the main programme
information. It is accessible and easy to navigate, and showcases the work of the Academy
over the past 10 years. However, the team identified that the title of the degree programme
differs in different contexts, particularly on the University website. The University and
Academy response was that the BA (Hons) Dance programme has two streams; education
and performance that both lead to the same qualification and that the University refers to
these as pathways.
3.2 The Academy prides itself on being a student-focused organisation. It has overt
and informal communication routes that encourage continuous dialogue with its students.
The student voice is strongly evident with varied engagement across the programmes.
The students themselves communicate through social media, which is regularly monitored,
but not controlled by the Academy.
3.3 Social media is actively encouraged, and well utilised, to enhance the student
learning experience. Access to videos and live performances complement the practical and
visual nature of most module content and assessments. Students have also implemented
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subject-based discussion groups that can be used as evidence in their portfolios.
The Academy presently uses the media of email to communicate with students, which is
sustainable with small numbers. However, it would be desirable for the Academy to
continue to develop a more structured and sustainable communication system with students.
3.4 The Academy does not yet have a virtual learning environment, although it is
described in the programme specification of 2011, and in the current module study guides.
In addition, the 2013 Collaborative Partnership Periodic Review recommended that the
Academy should 'further explore the opportunities for a blended learning approach across
the courses, eg a virtual learning environment'. While a dedicated electronic repository of
module guides exists in a student portal of the website, students cannot interact virtually and
continue to rely on email communication with tutors. It would be desirable for the Academy
to consider the provision of a virtual learning environment to enhance the opportunities for
blended learning.
How effective are the Academy's arrangements for assuring that information
about learning opportunities is fit for purpose, accessible and trustworthy?
3.5 The Academy produces information about learning opportunities that is fit for
purpose, accessible and trustworthy. Responsibility for the management and quality of
the information is clear and well understood by the academic and management staff.
The Programme Leader, in liaison with the Council and the University, is responsible for
ensuring the accuracy and completeness of information. The students expressed satisfaction
with the range of published information that is made available to them.
3.6 The partnership agreement with the University and the employment requirements
of Slough Borough Council, described in paragraphs 1.1 to 1.3, requires all advertising and
publicity materials to be approved in advance by the University and Council, and this is
executed robustly.
3.7 Comprehensive information is communicated effectively to potential and current
students through the Academy's website which is accessible and easy to navigate.
Information about learning opportunities is fit for purpose, accessible and trustworthy,
and responsibility for the management and quality of the information is clear and well
understood by the academic and management staff. There are overt and informal
communication routes, that encourage continuous dialogue with students but the team
recommends that the Academy continue to develop a more structured and sustainable
communication system with students. The team considers it would be desirable for the
Academy consider the development of a virtual leaning environment to improve the
communication system and enhance the opportunities for blended learning for students.
The team concludes that reliance can be placed on the information that the provider
produces for its intended audiences about the learning opportunities it offers.
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Action plan3
Creative Academy Slough Borough Council action plan relating to the Review of Specific Course Designation April 2014
Good practice Intended outcomes Actions to be taken to
achieve intended
outcomes
Target date(s) Action by Reported to Evaluation
(process or
evidence)
The review team
identified the
following areas of
good practice that
are worthy of wider
dissemination
within the
Academy:
Provision of
cultural activities
to support the
local community
(paragraph 1.4)
Increase community
cohesion
Encourage young people
in the wider community
to see dance as a
physical activity as an
integral part of a healthy
lifestyle as per Slough
Borough Council's
priorities
Develop and deliver
workshops in both primary
and secondary schools
Create performances
based on these workshops
demonstrating to the wider
community the activities in
which the Creative
Academy and schools
engage
June 2015;
yearly after
Creative
Academy
Manager/
Business
Manager
Council
Senior
Management
Team
Correspondence
with Slough
Schools Sports
Network and
feedback from
students
the range of
additional
professional
programmes
that enhance
learning
opportunities
Continue to ensure that
students are working to
industry standards
Provide students with the
greatest opportunity to
showcase talents, skills,
Continue to offer Imperial
Society of Teachers of
Dancing
Deliver and develop new
qualifications with leading
industry professional
June 2015;
yearly after
Creative
Academy
Manager
Council
Senior
Management
Team
Continuous
monitoring of the
pass rate for the
additional
qualifications and
the degree
3
The Academy has been required to develop this action plan to follow up on good practice and address any recommendations arising from the review. QAA monitors progress
against the action plan, in conjunction with the Academy's awarding body.
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and support
students'
progression
(paragraph 1.5)
and knowledge through
excellent CVs and
resumes increasing the
opportunity to gain
meaningful employment
in the creative industries
sector
companies Continuous
monitoring of
employment for
graduates
the positive
collaboration
with the
University's
Disability Team
in developing
individual
support plans
(paragraph
2.10)
Good practice to
continue and actively
develop a streamlined
personal development
plan while continuing to
respond to individual
needs and aspirations
The development of a
fit- for-purpose personal
development plan
Continue to support
student individual needs in
partnership with the
University's Disability
Team
Staff to undertake specific
dyslexia training
Sept 2014;
yearly after
Student
support
Council
Senior
Management
Team
University
Disability
Team
Completion of
staff
qualifications
Students with
specific
educational
needs participate
actively in
completing the
personal
development
plan
Staff
development
records
the allocation of
industry mentors
and partners
ensure students'
learning is
informed by
current practice
(paragraph
2.11).
Maintain current
relationships with
industry partners and
develop new
opportunities for working
Develop new
opportunities to work
with external industry in
the dance sector
Actively engage industry
partners on timetable
through master classes
and workshops
Engagement of new
industry mentors and
partners
June 2015;
yearly after
Creative
Academy
Manager/
Business
Manager
Council
Senior
Management
Team
Statistics
showing industry
engagement and
increase of
partner
participation
Feedback from
students and
industry mentors
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Advisable Intended outcomes Actions to be taken to
achieve intended
outcomes
Target date(s) Action by Reported to Evaluation
(process or
evidence)
The team
considers that it is
advisable for the
Academy to:
provide more
explicit and
consistent
formative
feedback across
all modules of
the foundation
degree
(paragraph
2.12).
Develop a formative
feedback strategy and
tools for the foundation
degree that are
functional across all
modules and thus able to
be owned and adopted
by all Academy staff
Identify best practice in
London College of Music,
and work closely with the
University Head of Subject
and Collaborative Link
Tutor to provide any
additional guidance at
University level
Creative Academy
Manager and Lead Tutors
to work together to explore
how this evidence can be
used to develop the
formative feedback
strategy and identify tools
to be used at the start of
the academic year
Explore use of proposed
tools with students and
sessional tutors and refine
strategy where necessary
Present Strategy and tools
at London College of
June 2014
July-Oct 2014
Nov 2014
Sept-Nov
2014
Creative
Academy
Manager/
University
Head of
Subject and
Collaborative
Link Tutor
Creative
Academy
Manager/
Lead Tutors
Creative
Academy
Manager/
Lead Tutor
Creative
Academy
University
Head of
Subject and
Collaborative
Link Tutor
University
Head of
Subject/
Collaborative
Link Tutor
University
Head of
Subject/
Collaborative
Link Tutor
University
Head of
Monitor progress
in formal
meetings
between the
University and
the Academy
Notes of team
meetings
Notes of student
experience and
tutor meetings
Academic Quality
and Standards
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Music Academic Quality
and Standards Committee
Manager/
Collaborative
Link Tutor
Subject/
Collaborative
Link Tutor
Director
London
College of
Music/
University
Deputy Head
of Quality
Committee
minutes
Desirable Intended outcomes Actions to be taken to
achieve intended
outcomes
Target date/s Action by Reported to Evaluation
(process or
evidence)
The team
considers that it
would be desirable
for the academy to:
continue to
develop a more
structured and
sustainable
communication
system with
students
(paragraph 3.3)
Ensure data compliance
and accuracy of
database with email
addresses for student
information
Design and develop
opportunities for an
electronic short
messaging system for
group texting
Data check of email
addresses and number
communications to ensure
consistency in compliance
with data protection
regulations
Look into development of
an electronic service, its
costs and functionality and
if suitable implement for
student communication
Feb 2015
Feb 2015
Business
Manager
Business
Manager
Creative
Academy
Manager
Creative
Academy
Manager
Monitor success
of receipt of
communications
by email
Minutes of
meetings/student
feedback
consider the
provision of a
virtual learning
environment
(paragraph 3.4).
Develop online access
ensuring students have
access to specific
module handouts
Create new secure
capacity on the Creative
Academy website for
handouts available to
students through unique
Feb 2015 Business
Manager
Creative
Academy
Manager
Filmed elements
of Contemporary
Techniques 1
and 2
examination
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Development and use of
a virtual learning
environment and some
blended learning
undertaken in pilates
(anatomy and physiology
elements of the
qualification)
log-on facilities
Contemporary Techniques
1 and 2 to be adjusted to
feed neatly into each other
with a practical exam,
which will be filmed and
placed on the secure
website after students
have learned the syllabus
to ensure health and
safety as a dancer
Virtual learning
environment
created;
Academy to
monitor
frequency of use
Handouts
uploaded and
used on website
Student feedback
on virtual
learning
environment
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About QAA
QAA is the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education. QAA's mission is to safeguard
standards and improve the quality of UK higher education.
QAA's aims are to:
meet students' needs and be valued by them
safeguard standards in an increasingly diverse UK and international context
drive improvements in UK higher education
improve public understanding of higher education standards and quality.
QAA conducts reviews of higher education institutions and publishes reports on the findings.
QAA also publishes a range of guidance documents to help safeguard standards and
improve quality.
More information about the work of QAA is available at: www.qaa.ac.uk.
More detail about Review of Courses Specifically Designated for Student Support can be
found at: www.qaa.ac.uk/InstitutionReports/types-of-review/designated-
providers/Pages/default.aspx.
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Glossary
This glossary explains terms used in this report. You can find a fuller glossary at:
www.qaa.ac.uk/aboutus/glossary. Formal definitions of key terms can be found in the
Review for Educational Oversight (and for specific course designation): Handbook,
April 2013.4
academic quality A comprehensive term referring to how, and how well, higher education
providers manage teaching and learning opportunities to help students progress and
succeed.
academic standards The standards set and maintained by degree-awarding bodies for their
courses (programmes and modules) and expected for their awards. See also threshold
academic standards.
awarding body A UK higher education provider (typically a university) with the power to
award degrees, conferred by Royal Charter, or under Section 76 of the Further and Higher
Education Act 1992, or under Section 48 of the Further and Higher Education (Scotland) Act
1992, or by Papal Bull, or, since 1999, granted by the Privy Council on advice from QAA
(in response to applications for taught degree-awarding powers, research degree-awarding
powers or university title).
awarding organisation An organisation authorised to award a particular qualification;
an organisation recognised by Ofqual to award Ofqual-regulated qualifications.
differentiated judgements In a Review for Specific Courses Designation, separate
judgements respectively for the provision validated by separate awarding bodies.
enhancement The process by which higher education providers systematically improve the
quality of provision and the ways in which students' learning is supported. It is used as a
technical term in QAA's review processes.
external examiner An independent expert appointed by an institution to comment on
student achievement in relation to established academic standards and to look at
approaches to assessment.
framework for higher education qualifications A published formal structure that identifies
a hierarchy of national qualification levels and describes the general achievement expected
of holders of the main qualification types at each level, thus assisting higher education
providers in maintaining academic standards. QAA publishes the following frameworks:
The framework for higher education qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland
(FHEQ) and The framework for qualifications of higher education institutions in Scotland.
good practice A process or way of working that, in the view of a QAA review team, makes a
particularly positive contribution to a higher education provider's management of academic
standards and the quality of its educational provision. It is used as a technical term in QAA's
review processes.
learning opportunities The provision made for students' learning, including planned study,
teaching, assessment, academic and personal support, and resources (such as libraries and
information systems, laboratories or studios).
learning outcomes What a learner is expected to know, understand and/or be able to
demonstrate after completing a process of learning.
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