This document recognizes outstanding teachers, researchers, and student support staff from Sheffield Hallam University for 2013. It provides short nominations and testimonials from students about the positive impact, passion, and support demonstrated by these inspirational educators. The nominations describe how the educators make learning engaging and enjoyable, push students to achieve their full potential, and go above and beyond to help students succeed in their academic and personal lives.
This document recognizes recipients of inspirational teaching awards and outstanding student support awards from 2012. It provides short nominations for each recipient highlighting how they inspired and supported students. The nominations describe how recipients demonstrated enthusiasm, made learning engaging, encouraged students to achieve their potential, and provided helpful guidance and support.
This document provides an editorial and faculty profile from a quarterly newsletter on inspiring teachers. The editorial discusses adapting to and leading change, as the only way to remain happy amid continual changes in society and technology. It notes most people resist change initially but can learn to accept it over time. The faculty profile interviews Mrs. Annapurna, the headmistress of Sevalaya school, about her influences and experiences in teaching. She finds teaching very rewarding and enjoys helping students understand concepts. She uses various teaching methods like stories, pictures and experiments to engage students.
This document provides an overview of classroom expectations and procedures for Mrs. Lempriere's grade 6/7 class. It introduces the teacher and student teacher, outlines behavioral expectations for students, and describes grading policies and the various subjects that will be covered throughout the year, including language arts, math, science, social studies, physical education, and more.
Inset 2013 SMSC - Behaviour Systems - Safetydannyhilditch
1. The document discusses various initiatives being implemented at Droitwich Spa High School related to student life and development, including a house system, assemblies, tutor time, and personal challenges.
2. Details are provided on how the house system will incorporate competitions and points to encourage participation and recognition across different activities and subjects.
3. Tutor time is described as a structured period for activities like thought for the day, citizenship topics, and personal challenges to support students' social, moral and cultural development.
This document provides guidance for trainers on how to effectively design, deliver, and facilitate training sessions. It discusses key responsibilities of trainers in their role as training designers, such as gathering information about learners and developing learning objectives. As training deliverers, trainers should arrive early, greet learners, encourage participation, provide feedback, and build relationships with learners. The document also offers best practices for voice projection, body language, questioning techniques, and tips for developing an engaging, participatory learning environment. It provides strategies for dealing with different types of problem participants as well.
Students’ comments as a tool for teaching reflectionA Faiz
This document summarizes a teacher's experience running an after-school English club for junior high students in Indonesia. Some key points:
- The teacher used games and fun activities to motivate the students and help them learn English. This helped the students stay engaged.
- Students provided feedback on the teacher's instruction at the end of the semester. The feedback was categorized as positive, negative, or no comment on the teaching method.
- While the student feedback was not as reliable as feedback from experts, it still provided valuable perspective on what did and didn't work from the students' point of view. The teacher aimed to continuously improve their teaching.
The document is a social psychology journal assignment submitted by Ng Wyn Jane. It summarizes key concepts from 5 lectures on social psychology, including social facilitation, social loafing, social learning perspective, motivation, self-efficacy, counterfactual thinking, optimistic bias, and operant conditioning. Specific examples from the author's experiences are provided to illustrate each concept.
Engage Education are market leaders in education recruitment, specialising in day to day, long term and permanent placements for primary and secondary schools across the UK.
We recruit our teaching staff from all over the UK and from overseas, including Canada, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand.
This document recognizes recipients of inspirational teaching awards and outstanding student support awards from 2012. It provides short nominations for each recipient highlighting how they inspired and supported students. The nominations describe how recipients demonstrated enthusiasm, made learning engaging, encouraged students to achieve their potential, and provided helpful guidance and support.
This document provides an editorial and faculty profile from a quarterly newsletter on inspiring teachers. The editorial discusses adapting to and leading change, as the only way to remain happy amid continual changes in society and technology. It notes most people resist change initially but can learn to accept it over time. The faculty profile interviews Mrs. Annapurna, the headmistress of Sevalaya school, about her influences and experiences in teaching. She finds teaching very rewarding and enjoys helping students understand concepts. She uses various teaching methods like stories, pictures and experiments to engage students.
This document provides an overview of classroom expectations and procedures for Mrs. Lempriere's grade 6/7 class. It introduces the teacher and student teacher, outlines behavioral expectations for students, and describes grading policies and the various subjects that will be covered throughout the year, including language arts, math, science, social studies, physical education, and more.
Inset 2013 SMSC - Behaviour Systems - Safetydannyhilditch
1. The document discusses various initiatives being implemented at Droitwich Spa High School related to student life and development, including a house system, assemblies, tutor time, and personal challenges.
2. Details are provided on how the house system will incorporate competitions and points to encourage participation and recognition across different activities and subjects.
3. Tutor time is described as a structured period for activities like thought for the day, citizenship topics, and personal challenges to support students' social, moral and cultural development.
This document provides guidance for trainers on how to effectively design, deliver, and facilitate training sessions. It discusses key responsibilities of trainers in their role as training designers, such as gathering information about learners and developing learning objectives. As training deliverers, trainers should arrive early, greet learners, encourage participation, provide feedback, and build relationships with learners. The document also offers best practices for voice projection, body language, questioning techniques, and tips for developing an engaging, participatory learning environment. It provides strategies for dealing with different types of problem participants as well.
Students’ comments as a tool for teaching reflectionA Faiz
This document summarizes a teacher's experience running an after-school English club for junior high students in Indonesia. Some key points:
- The teacher used games and fun activities to motivate the students and help them learn English. This helped the students stay engaged.
- Students provided feedback on the teacher's instruction at the end of the semester. The feedback was categorized as positive, negative, or no comment on the teaching method.
- While the student feedback was not as reliable as feedback from experts, it still provided valuable perspective on what did and didn't work from the students' point of view. The teacher aimed to continuously improve their teaching.
The document is a social psychology journal assignment submitted by Ng Wyn Jane. It summarizes key concepts from 5 lectures on social psychology, including social facilitation, social loafing, social learning perspective, motivation, self-efficacy, counterfactual thinking, optimistic bias, and operant conditioning. Specific examples from the author's experiences are provided to illustrate each concept.
Engage Education are market leaders in education recruitment, specialising in day to day, long term and permanent placements for primary and secondary schools across the UK.
We recruit our teaching staff from all over the UK and from overseas, including Canada, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand.
The presentation we gave at NCPTW in Chicago this past November. It details a series of meetings between our tutors and tutors from Minnetonka High, Windward Academy, Edison, and Glenbrook North
The document provides advice and perspectives on teaching from several sources. It discusses the importance of classroom management, building relationships, and passion for teaching. Effective teachers establish procedures and structure on the first days of school to set students up for success. They organize their classrooms so students know what to do. New teachers are advised to find mentors, build trust with students, and take care of themselves to avoid burnout. While the job can be challenging, teachers are reminded that their role in students' lives is important and meaningful.
Emily Campbell is pursuing a career in early childhood education to become a kindergarten teacher. She has always had a passion for teaching from a young age. Several teachers inspired her throughout her education and showed her the impact teachers can have. She discusses the traits and experiences that will make her a great teacher, including her passion for the profession, patience, energy, and flexibility. Her goal is to help students develop a love of learning and inspire them to achieve their full potential.
Developing positive relationships with parents, students, and teachers is important for a healthy learning environment. Good communication, listening skills, attending extracurricular activities, and building trust with parents can help strengthen relationships. Teachers should also collaborate with peers, avoid gossip, and discuss interests outside of school to bond. Maintaining a positive attitude, being a good role model, and focusing on student development will benefit all stakeholders in the educational process.
Madison McIntosh is a student majoring in Dental Assisting at Grayson College. She plans to continue her education at Texas A&M Commerce to become a Dental Hygienist. Some of her favorite assignments in her Learning Frameworks class included a service learning project at an assisted living facility and self-assessment assignments that helped identify her strengths and weaknesses. This class taught her about deep learning strategies and her preferred learning style. Madison saw significant improvements in her self-assessment scores from the beginning to the end of the semester. She learned how to study efficiently and believes these skills will help her succeed in future classes and career.
This is my first ever teaching event in secondary school. I'm studying to be a middle school English teacher and these are my reflections on my first day. Luck for me it was in a really great school with one hell of a supportive mentor. I hope teachers everywhere can learn from my mistakes.
Udgam School has waged a war on diabetes, a disorder that can have debilitating effects.
This issue of Udgam Matters takes up the challenge further and covers several aspects of diabetes, right from facts, myths, precautions and how to live with it.
Soon we are going to have the much awaited Neon Run and we would like you all to participate in it and prove that running and daily exercise is a sure way to fight diabetes.
Playgroup admission is on. Please spread the word that this is a great opportunity to be a part of the best school for 16 years.
Read and enjoy another special edition of the school magazine, Udgam Matters!
It takes a person to personalize learningMrs-Ramsey
This document discusses personalizing learning through humanizing online education. It begins by asking whether personalization is computer-mediated instruction or teaching. The document then discusses gathering information about students through surveys to understand their diverse backgrounds and needs. Course content includes the teacher's voice and experiences to create human connections. Assessment is designed to provide individual feedback to help students improve. Personalizing learning involves understanding students, incorporating their feedback, sharing work exemplars, and facilitating discussion to build relationships despite physical distance.
The student teacher reflects on their experience, noting they gained confidence and strengthened their belief in nurturing the whole child. Their classroom management style evolved to match their cooperating teacher's approach. They appreciated the support of a team of teachers and mentors. The experience reinforced the importance of implementing new standards thoughtfully and providing real-world applications. While more responsibilities await as a full teacher, the student feels prepared to take on tasks like student placement. Overall, the student is grateful for the learning experience and support at their school.
This is from a seminar given to Psychology Students of the Lyceum of the Philippines University - Cavite on personality development and self-improvement. The seminar ran for 4 hours with very positive feedback. This material is custom made and copyrights belong to Dr. Francis Paul Jagolino. In this version, activities have been omitted. To have a similar seminar at your institution, please email dr.fpjagolino@yahoo.com for more information.
This document outlines the procedures and expectations for Mrs. Leal's U.S. History advisory class. It introduces communication norms like hand signals, bathroom procedures, and outlines the goals of developing self-awareness, social skills, and motivation through activities, discussions, and social emotional learning. Routines like name plates, binder organization, and class start/end rituals are also established.
This document summarizes a poetry course taken by the author. The course explored different types of poems and helped foster self-expression through writing poems. It also showed how teachers can make poetry more relatable and accessible to students. The course provided ways to help students make meaningful connections to poetry. Understanding poetic elements allows students to gain an essence of what makes poetry meaningful and can help facilitate their own writing. Poetry also lends itself to differentiated instruction as there are many forms that allow students to choose formats to best express themselves creatively. The author enjoyed the course and plans to incorporate techniques learned to make poetry a meaningful creative outlet for students.
This document provides an overview and introduction for new teachers. It discusses ground rules for presentations and group work, emphasizing punctuality, participation, and respect for others. It also explores definitions of teachers from various sources, highlighting that teachers encourage individual strengths, look beyond surfaces, and make a positive difference in students' lives. Qualities of best teachers include seeing the potential in every child and affecting families. While teaching has challenges like low pay, it also has great rewards in helping students learn and knowing the important impact of the role.
This document provides guidance for teachers on teaching children with special educational needs (SEN). It defines SEN and different terms used, discusses teacher attitudes and experiences with SEN students, and strategies for differentiation, managing behavior, and addressing specific learning issues such as ADHD and dyslexia. The document emphasizes understanding students' individual needs, using visual and hands-on techniques, positive reinforcement, and focusing on students' strengths rather than weaknesses. It encourages teachers to reflect on their own learning preferences and ensure they teach in varied modalities to engage all students.
WWW.CHARACTERCONFERENCES.COM
mannrentoy@gmail.com
About Mann Rentoy
A lecturer from the University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P), he has taught for more than 30 years.
He is a graduate of the University of Santo Tomas (UST) where he earned a double-degree in AB Journalism and AB Literature, an MA in Creative Writing, and a PhD in Literature.
He was the Founding Executive Director of Westbridge School in Iloilo City. He was in the first batch of graduates of PAREF Southridge School, where he also taught for 15 years, occupying various posts including Principal of Intermediate School, Vice-Principal of High School and Department Head of Religion. As Moderator of “The Ridge”, the official publication of Southridge, he won 9 trophies from the Catholic Mass Media Awards including the first ever Hall of Fame for Student Publication, for winning as the best campus paper in the country for four consecutive years.
He is the Founding Executive Director of “Character Education Partnership Philippines”, or CEP Philippines, an international affiliate of CEP in Washington, DC, USA. As Founder of CEP Philippines, he has been invited to speak all over the country, as well as in Washington D.C., San Diego, California, USA, Colombo, Sri Lanka, and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. He also serves as the Founding President of Center for 4th and 5th Rs (Respect & Responsibility) Asia, otherwise known as the Thomas Lickona Institute for Asia. He is probably the most visible advocate of character formation in the country, having spoken to hundreds of schools and universities around the Philippines.
Email us at catalystpds@gmail.com
www.characterconferences.com
Effective tips for South Asian Teachers Bindi Dharia
The document provides guidance for new teachers on developing positive expectations for students. It discusses the importance of having high expectations for all students and treating them with kindness, respect and appreciation. Specific techniques recommended include addressing students by name with a smile, using "please" and "thank you", appreciating students' efforts, and conveying overall that the teacher cares about students and believes they can succeed. The goal is for teachers to create a supportive environment where students feel valued and invited to learn.
Explore the many online teacher certification courses to Become a Teacher in USA.Learn how to earn your teaching credential or certificate and get started with your teaching career. To know more:https://bit.ly/2SEoSNm
13 Best Classroom Management Tips for TeachersKidzrio
In this Modern era classroom management is another big concern for the teachers. Then really need to know the art of classroom management. The head of the institution must have to play an important role in guiding the teachers for the better schooling as well as class administration.
Sue Austin gives a TED Talk about reinventing herself after becoming disabled and confined to a wheelchair. She talks about how motivation allowed her to achieve amazing things, like deep sea diving in a wheelchair, showing that anything is possible if you motivate yourself. She engages the audience by sharing her illness experience and how it changed her life. She maintains their interest through exciting stories of her life adventures, allowing people to relate to overcoming disabilities. Her dynamic use of words captures the audience's emotions as she shares her life story.
Distance Learning, Online Teaching [19+ Years]
• Possess substantial strengths in distance learning, adult education, teaching with technology, student and faculty relations, higher education, and curriculum development.
• Significant experience as an adjunct online faculty member, Core Faculty, Dissertation Chair, Committee Member, Curriculum Developer/Author, and Faculty Development Manager.
• Create a safe, respectful, and welcoming learning environment.
• Specialize in working with new students, first generation students, and academically under-prepared students.
• Developed an exceptional record of academic excellence, end-of-course evaluations, collaboration, communication, mentoring, coaching, and professionalism.
• Computer proficient with online classroom platforms that include WebCT, eCollege, Canvas, Sakai, Moodle, Educator, Desire2Learn, Blackboard, Brightspace and others.
Dissertation Chair and Mentor [Remote, 11+ years]
• Provide high quality instruction, direction and mentorship for assigned students throughout all phases of the dissertation process.
• Provide timely and supportive mentoring throughout the student’s process of developing, researching, writing, and revising the dissertation.
• Participate in the Defense process of a student’s Prospectus and final Dissertation.
• Facilitate the successful completion of all IRB protocols.
Faculty Development [Remote, 10+ years]
• Served as a Trainer and Mentor for New Faculty Members.
• Performed faculty peer reviews and assessed classes based upon best practices and adult learning theories.
• Inspired faculty to improve their facilitation practice by leading online faculty workshops.
Curriculum Development [Remote, 12+ years]
• Authored hundreds of courses as a SME for multiple schools, including undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Strong knowledge and application of adult cognitive learning theories and instructional design methodologies.
• Develop content and assessments that met learning objectives, including discussions and assignments.
Background Includes: Various Online Schools (08/05 – Present)
Online Instructor, Doctoral Committee Member, Dissertation Chair, Faculty Development, Curriculum Development.
The presentation we gave at NCPTW in Chicago this past November. It details a series of meetings between our tutors and tutors from Minnetonka High, Windward Academy, Edison, and Glenbrook North
The document provides advice and perspectives on teaching from several sources. It discusses the importance of classroom management, building relationships, and passion for teaching. Effective teachers establish procedures and structure on the first days of school to set students up for success. They organize their classrooms so students know what to do. New teachers are advised to find mentors, build trust with students, and take care of themselves to avoid burnout. While the job can be challenging, teachers are reminded that their role in students' lives is important and meaningful.
Emily Campbell is pursuing a career in early childhood education to become a kindergarten teacher. She has always had a passion for teaching from a young age. Several teachers inspired her throughout her education and showed her the impact teachers can have. She discusses the traits and experiences that will make her a great teacher, including her passion for the profession, patience, energy, and flexibility. Her goal is to help students develop a love of learning and inspire them to achieve their full potential.
Developing positive relationships with parents, students, and teachers is important for a healthy learning environment. Good communication, listening skills, attending extracurricular activities, and building trust with parents can help strengthen relationships. Teachers should also collaborate with peers, avoid gossip, and discuss interests outside of school to bond. Maintaining a positive attitude, being a good role model, and focusing on student development will benefit all stakeholders in the educational process.
Madison McIntosh is a student majoring in Dental Assisting at Grayson College. She plans to continue her education at Texas A&M Commerce to become a Dental Hygienist. Some of her favorite assignments in her Learning Frameworks class included a service learning project at an assisted living facility and self-assessment assignments that helped identify her strengths and weaknesses. This class taught her about deep learning strategies and her preferred learning style. Madison saw significant improvements in her self-assessment scores from the beginning to the end of the semester. She learned how to study efficiently and believes these skills will help her succeed in future classes and career.
This is my first ever teaching event in secondary school. I'm studying to be a middle school English teacher and these are my reflections on my first day. Luck for me it was in a really great school with one hell of a supportive mentor. I hope teachers everywhere can learn from my mistakes.
Udgam School has waged a war on diabetes, a disorder that can have debilitating effects.
This issue of Udgam Matters takes up the challenge further and covers several aspects of diabetes, right from facts, myths, precautions and how to live with it.
Soon we are going to have the much awaited Neon Run and we would like you all to participate in it and prove that running and daily exercise is a sure way to fight diabetes.
Playgroup admission is on. Please spread the word that this is a great opportunity to be a part of the best school for 16 years.
Read and enjoy another special edition of the school magazine, Udgam Matters!
It takes a person to personalize learningMrs-Ramsey
This document discusses personalizing learning through humanizing online education. It begins by asking whether personalization is computer-mediated instruction or teaching. The document then discusses gathering information about students through surveys to understand their diverse backgrounds and needs. Course content includes the teacher's voice and experiences to create human connections. Assessment is designed to provide individual feedback to help students improve. Personalizing learning involves understanding students, incorporating their feedback, sharing work exemplars, and facilitating discussion to build relationships despite physical distance.
The student teacher reflects on their experience, noting they gained confidence and strengthened their belief in nurturing the whole child. Their classroom management style evolved to match their cooperating teacher's approach. They appreciated the support of a team of teachers and mentors. The experience reinforced the importance of implementing new standards thoughtfully and providing real-world applications. While more responsibilities await as a full teacher, the student feels prepared to take on tasks like student placement. Overall, the student is grateful for the learning experience and support at their school.
This is from a seminar given to Psychology Students of the Lyceum of the Philippines University - Cavite on personality development and self-improvement. The seminar ran for 4 hours with very positive feedback. This material is custom made and copyrights belong to Dr. Francis Paul Jagolino. In this version, activities have been omitted. To have a similar seminar at your institution, please email dr.fpjagolino@yahoo.com for more information.
This document outlines the procedures and expectations for Mrs. Leal's U.S. History advisory class. It introduces communication norms like hand signals, bathroom procedures, and outlines the goals of developing self-awareness, social skills, and motivation through activities, discussions, and social emotional learning. Routines like name plates, binder organization, and class start/end rituals are also established.
This document summarizes a poetry course taken by the author. The course explored different types of poems and helped foster self-expression through writing poems. It also showed how teachers can make poetry more relatable and accessible to students. The course provided ways to help students make meaningful connections to poetry. Understanding poetic elements allows students to gain an essence of what makes poetry meaningful and can help facilitate their own writing. Poetry also lends itself to differentiated instruction as there are many forms that allow students to choose formats to best express themselves creatively. The author enjoyed the course and plans to incorporate techniques learned to make poetry a meaningful creative outlet for students.
This document provides an overview and introduction for new teachers. It discusses ground rules for presentations and group work, emphasizing punctuality, participation, and respect for others. It also explores definitions of teachers from various sources, highlighting that teachers encourage individual strengths, look beyond surfaces, and make a positive difference in students' lives. Qualities of best teachers include seeing the potential in every child and affecting families. While teaching has challenges like low pay, it also has great rewards in helping students learn and knowing the important impact of the role.
This document provides guidance for teachers on teaching children with special educational needs (SEN). It defines SEN and different terms used, discusses teacher attitudes and experiences with SEN students, and strategies for differentiation, managing behavior, and addressing specific learning issues such as ADHD and dyslexia. The document emphasizes understanding students' individual needs, using visual and hands-on techniques, positive reinforcement, and focusing on students' strengths rather than weaknesses. It encourages teachers to reflect on their own learning preferences and ensure they teach in varied modalities to engage all students.
WWW.CHARACTERCONFERENCES.COM
mannrentoy@gmail.com
About Mann Rentoy
A lecturer from the University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P), he has taught for more than 30 years.
He is a graduate of the University of Santo Tomas (UST) where he earned a double-degree in AB Journalism and AB Literature, an MA in Creative Writing, and a PhD in Literature.
He was the Founding Executive Director of Westbridge School in Iloilo City. He was in the first batch of graduates of PAREF Southridge School, where he also taught for 15 years, occupying various posts including Principal of Intermediate School, Vice-Principal of High School and Department Head of Religion. As Moderator of “The Ridge”, the official publication of Southridge, he won 9 trophies from the Catholic Mass Media Awards including the first ever Hall of Fame for Student Publication, for winning as the best campus paper in the country for four consecutive years.
He is the Founding Executive Director of “Character Education Partnership Philippines”, or CEP Philippines, an international affiliate of CEP in Washington, DC, USA. As Founder of CEP Philippines, he has been invited to speak all over the country, as well as in Washington D.C., San Diego, California, USA, Colombo, Sri Lanka, and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. He also serves as the Founding President of Center for 4th and 5th Rs (Respect & Responsibility) Asia, otherwise known as the Thomas Lickona Institute for Asia. He is probably the most visible advocate of character formation in the country, having spoken to hundreds of schools and universities around the Philippines.
Email us at catalystpds@gmail.com
www.characterconferences.com
Effective tips for South Asian Teachers Bindi Dharia
The document provides guidance for new teachers on developing positive expectations for students. It discusses the importance of having high expectations for all students and treating them with kindness, respect and appreciation. Specific techniques recommended include addressing students by name with a smile, using "please" and "thank you", appreciating students' efforts, and conveying overall that the teacher cares about students and believes they can succeed. The goal is for teachers to create a supportive environment where students feel valued and invited to learn.
Explore the many online teacher certification courses to Become a Teacher in USA.Learn how to earn your teaching credential or certificate and get started with your teaching career. To know more:https://bit.ly/2SEoSNm
13 Best Classroom Management Tips for TeachersKidzrio
In this Modern era classroom management is another big concern for the teachers. Then really need to know the art of classroom management. The head of the institution must have to play an important role in guiding the teachers for the better schooling as well as class administration.
Sue Austin gives a TED Talk about reinventing herself after becoming disabled and confined to a wheelchair. She talks about how motivation allowed her to achieve amazing things, like deep sea diving in a wheelchair, showing that anything is possible if you motivate yourself. She engages the audience by sharing her illness experience and how it changed her life. She maintains their interest through exciting stories of her life adventures, allowing people to relate to overcoming disabilities. Her dynamic use of words captures the audience's emotions as she shares her life story.
Distance Learning, Online Teaching [19+ Years]
• Possess substantial strengths in distance learning, adult education, teaching with technology, student and faculty relations, higher education, and curriculum development.
• Significant experience as an adjunct online faculty member, Core Faculty, Dissertation Chair, Committee Member, Curriculum Developer/Author, and Faculty Development Manager.
• Create a safe, respectful, and welcoming learning environment.
• Specialize in working with new students, first generation students, and academically under-prepared students.
• Developed an exceptional record of academic excellence, end-of-course evaluations, collaboration, communication, mentoring, coaching, and professionalism.
• Computer proficient with online classroom platforms that include WebCT, eCollege, Canvas, Sakai, Moodle, Educator, Desire2Learn, Blackboard, Brightspace and others.
Dissertation Chair and Mentor [Remote, 11+ years]
• Provide high quality instruction, direction and mentorship for assigned students throughout all phases of the dissertation process.
• Provide timely and supportive mentoring throughout the student’s process of developing, researching, writing, and revising the dissertation.
• Participate in the Defense process of a student’s Prospectus and final Dissertation.
• Facilitate the successful completion of all IRB protocols.
Faculty Development [Remote, 10+ years]
• Served as a Trainer and Mentor for New Faculty Members.
• Performed faculty peer reviews and assessed classes based upon best practices and adult learning theories.
• Inspired faculty to improve their facilitation practice by leading online faculty workshops.
Curriculum Development [Remote, 12+ years]
• Authored hundreds of courses as a SME for multiple schools, including undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Strong knowledge and application of adult cognitive learning theories and instructional design methodologies.
• Develop content and assessments that met learning objectives, including discussions and assignments.
Background Includes: Various Online Schools (08/05 – Present)
Online Instructor, Doctoral Committee Member, Dissertation Chair, Faculty Development, Curriculum Development.
Miss Crockett was the writer's IGCSE and IB HL Biology teacher for four years. She treated her students like friends and was available to discuss academic and personal problems. Her engaging lessons catered to different learning styles and ensured every student learned something new. She had well-organized curriculums and teaching techniques like drawing diagrams, storytelling, and using technology. Her thorough preparation and passion increased student motivation. Outside class, she guided extracurricular activities and taught life skills. The writer highly recommends Miss Crockett for teaching positions due to her dedication and success in the role.
The writer attended refresher training on conducting job reviews which provided useful information and strategies. The trainer was clear and focused in their delivery and shared documentation to help structure the review process. The writer felt better equipped to conduct reviews and support staff effectively as a result of the training.
The document contains summaries from multiple teachers discussing why they enjoy teaching. Some key reasons mentioned include: getting to interact with a variety of people, constantly learning from students, helping students learn and achieve their dreams, using teaching to inspire future generations, and finding fulfillment and passion in the work. Several teachers also discuss the challenges of teaching, such as supporting students with learning difficulties and ensuring access to updated technology resources.
Students value teachers who provide attentive, accommodating and engaging instruction. They appreciate teachers who listen to feedback, adapt their teaching accordingly, and ensure all students understand the material. Students also value teachers who actively involve students in their learning, encourage participation and discussion, and are responsive to students' needs and concerns. Teachers who inspire students, provide one-on-one support and guidance, and encourage students' personal and academic development are also highly valued.
This document contains an evaluation report for the course taught by instructor Joseph Shearer in the spring of 2015. It includes survey results from 46 students on various metrics of the class and instructor. The metrics show the instructor received high ratings overall, with average scores above 3.5 out of 5 for clearly explaining course requirements, creating engaging lessons, and providing helpful feedback. Several student comments praised the instructor for being engaging, pushing students to succeed, and caring about their learning, while also acknowledging it was a challenging course.
Jessica Merrick's teaching portfolio summarizes her philosophy, training, experience, and sample materials. Her philosophy focuses on empowering students, challenging dominant ideologies, and facilitating transformation through open discussion. She has training in teaching sociology and various workshops on teaching methods. Her experience includes teaching introductory sociology and gender studies courses both online and in-person. Student evaluations praise her ability to engage students in controversial topics and make learning enjoyable. Sample materials include a syllabus for her introductory sociology course outlining student learning objectives and requirements including presentations, assignments, and tests.
Claire Rayner is recognized for providing excellent support, encouragement, and help to her students whenever they email or call her. She responds rapidly and fully to any enquiries, and her devotion to her students is truly inspirational. Students recognize her as dedicated, efficient, and for providing truly excellent customer service.
The document discusses the role of the teacher as the leader of the classroom. It provides several tips for effective teaching, including studying your subject and students, focusing on students and exuding passion, creating a safe learning environment, using motivation and teaching aids, asking good questions to promote thinking, allowing students to teach each other, and avoiding using the same teaching approach for all students. The overall message is that teachers must lead by example, adapt their instruction to individual students, and continually improve and innovate their teaching methods.
The document outlines an workshop on how to motivate teachers. The workshop aims to share experiences, discuss collaboration and best practices. It encourages participation and sharing. Several questions are posed to prompt discussion on motivating and engaging teachers. Resources on 21st century education and teaching are shared, highlighting the need for student-centered learning and engaging teachers in their own professional development. The workshop promotes collaboration through eTwinning projects to motivate teachers.
The document contains several students' reflections on an online course taught by Professor Hewitt. The students express that Professor Hewitt was an excellent teacher who pushed them to learn and develop confidence. They appreciated her availability to answer questions and help them succeed in the course. The students felt they gained important skills in time management, critical thinking, and reading that will help them in future goals. They thank Professor Hewitt for being dedicated to their learning and helping them grow as students.
This document summarizes the findings of a survey of 34 international students from various countries studying at Newcastle University in the UK. It discusses the students' reasons for studying abroad, their experiences with the UK's learning, teaching, and assessment methods, differences from their home countries' educational systems, challenges making friends, and advice for prospective international students. Key points included the perceived reputation and opportunities of a UK degree, emphasis on group work and independent study over lectures, stress of exams, difficulties interacting with UK students, and importance of preparation and family support.
Dr. Bruce Johnson received excellent feedback from students in his recent course at the American College of Education. Students praised Dr. Johnson for his dedication, encouragement, and guidance. He provided timely and helpful feedback on discussions and assignments. Students felt more confident and motivated by Dr. Johnson's support throughout the course. They appreciated his accessibility, knowledge, and commitment to helping students learn and succeed.
Dr. Bruce Johnson received excellent feedback from students in his recent course at the American College of Education. Students praised Dr. Johnson for his dedication, encouragement, and guidance. He provided timely and helpful feedback on discussions and assignments. Students felt more confident and motivated by Dr. Johnson's support throughout the course. They appreciated his accessibility, knowledge, and commitment to helping students learn and succeed.
This document provides guidance for educators on teaching tolerance and embracing diversity. It outlines objectives for educators to identify themselves as lifelong learners, define prejudice and bias, promote learning, and communicate effectively with diverse cultures. The document emphasizes the importance of self-reflection to understand one's own identity and perspectives. It also stresses creating a learning environment where students feel comfortable sharing ideas and where different learning styles are addressed. Overall, the document encourages educators to continually improve themselves and lead by example in promoting cultural awareness and acceptance.
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3. Dr Andrew Garrard
... can keep my attention even if I've
got a horrific hang over and I'll still
learn something.
The course content is exactly what I
need, his teaching methods are ideal
and student focused and makes it a
pleasure to come to his lectures
Been totally awesome and supportive!
4. Katy Carroll
• … has incredible and intriguing
lectures for contextual studies.
• I was always intrigued by what
she had to say. I may not have
always engaged with the
contextual studies modules but I
always had the utmost respect for
Katy.
• She is extremely enthusiastic and
passionate about what she
teaches us. This makes it a much
more enjoyable experience and a
lot easier to learn a difficult
subject!
5. Liz Erett
• Liz is the reason that I'm going
to graduate and have a degree
in Mathematics. ... You can
genuinely tell how much she
cares about us all.
• Makes me think about new
ideas
• She has given me more
confidence in myself a my
ability
6. Dr Mehmet Bülent Özcan
• … told our class how producing
algorithms wasn't easy for him at
first, during his student days.
However through extra work he
has become an expert in his field
(this has made me do extra work
something I never would have
done otherwise.)
• ... always inspiring people to push
further and go further.
• … always knows what level the
class are working at and which
topics need more covering in more
depth. He is also easy to talk to
and treats students with respect.
7. Dr Mohammed Islam
• ... one of the reasons I applied for
Sheffield Hallam as on the Open
Day he was so enthusiastic and
you could tell that he thoroughly
enjoyed his job. He is a pleasure
to be taught by and I also look
forward to his lectures because of
his friendly, funny and hard
working nature.
• Unique lecture style makes
difficult course material easier to
cope with.
• He made me open minded to
things that involve the world of
aerospace.
8. Steve Harriman
• Straight forward, no-nonsense and
honest.
• Provided me with the confidence
and knowledge to improve my
communication and management
skills and realises my potential. A
true asset to your university !
• Real down to earth bloke who
made the classes so interesting a
pleasure to be involved with. He
liked to have a bit of banter which
was good and always had a laugh
but could be serious about
something 5 minutes later. Top
man.
9. Dr Douglas Fraser
• Inspiring and passionate about what he
teaches. … Puts a smile on my face and
looked forward to his lectures.
• ... He is engaging, entertaining and his
fascination with all of the topics he has
covered is contagious. I am quite a
introverted person and Doug always gets
me involved and reinforces it with positive
responses. He is a world class teacher!
• After short conversation in the education
exhibition in Beijing, I decided to became
a student at SHU where I may get a
chance to reach my goal.
10. Dr Edwyn Anderton
• Every lesson is fantastic and
engaging, I learn so much in each
lesson and gain so many ideas for
when I begin teaching! My whole
class look forward to his lessons.
• He has made Science exciting for
me and I find it easy to understand
things that confused me before. It
is a nice change from the GCSE
science that I was used to.
• Demonstrated how teaching
should be done - a real passion
for his subject!
11. Dr Liz Laycock
• Encouraged us to enjoy university
life but take work seriously. Get
the balance right.
• Motivated me get off my ass and
do some bloody work.
• Lecturers are paid to tell us
information, and it doesn't really
matter how they tell us. This
lecturer tells us as if she's a
performer and in an entertaining
fashion, even though we all still sit
there looking bored and not
replying when she talks to us. She
doesn't have to be like that, but
she is.
12. Mark Edwards
• … makes even the dullest of subjects
interesting. He is always enthusiastic
and always takes the time and effort to
make sure you are ok in yourself and
not just focused on the work. If you
have a problem and attend his lectures
and seminars he will do what ever he
can to rectify your problem.
• When I was applying for a place at the
university, he corresponded with me
regularly and answered any questions
that I had. He met with me at short
notice for a discussion about which
course would best suit me and he
made me feel confident that Sheffield
Hallam was the right university for me.
13. Dr Susan McPherson
• ... committed to getting the very best out
of her students. I love the way she
challenges and encourages at the same
time.
• Her seminars are the best I have ever
been in.
• ... clearly passionate about her subject
and this encourages students to be
enthusiastic about their work. Sue also
has a harsh but fair outlook towards her
role as a tutor and you can genuinely
tell she has your best interests at heart.
Sue will push her students to achieve
their full potential, she has an excellent
approach to teaching!
14. Claire Craig
• ... bringing life into the most
dullest of lectures.
• Just given me the confidence I
needed before I started my
current placement.
• ... has an incredible passion for
what she does and how she
can use her skills and
knowledge not only to benefit
others in practice but to
educate people around the
world with her vast experience
and research.
15. Dr David Smith
• His knowledge and experience are clear
to the group when explaining
experiments. He continuously ensures
we have understood the topic.
• ... beyond enthusiastic in every lecture
and make me want to turn up and listen.
• ...very passionate and fun lecturer and
his lectures have been a highlight for
me personally. He reaffirmed my love of
science and as a result I want to go on
to do a PhD, carry out research and try
and impart knowledge to students in an
interesting and inspiring way.
16. Jane Foggin
• Every lecture she holds is
motivating, interesting and useful
no matter what the content is.
• A very fine educator!!!
• She gave me a chance ...
• She makes learning fun and
interesting without losing the
seriousness of the issues being
discussed. Instead of talking at
us, she takes us on a learning
journey with her.
17. Jane Gurman
• Always has time for her
students, listens and has a sense
of humour so lectures are never
dull.
• She just always seems like she's
having a good time, she knows
how to make lectures fun and
enjoyable and at the same time is
actually teaching us valuable and
necessary knowledge.
• She is such a fantastic woman
who can inspire a higher learning
capability through her teaching
style.
18. Tracey Briggs
• … is excellent at relating theory to
practice, and her sessions are always
enjoyable and engaging.
• ... very knowledgeable, and is
passionate about her subject. She
creates exciting and interesting
seminars, and openly and honestly
shares her own personal and
professional experiences. I found her
classes inspirational.
• She has always encourage us to be
hard working and aim for the best than
settling for 40% in assignments and
she also relates the learning materials
to present events.
19. Matthew Willett
• he has inspired me to think
outside the box with academic
theory and I have no doubt he
will benefit my thoughts for
many years to come.
• Innovative Enterprising
Friendly Supportive
• ...Very supportive
20. Jenny Cockill
• Very knowledgeable and up to date in
her field. ... Always makes an effort with
all of the students. Very respectable.
• I have never met a tutor that is so
dedicated to helping their students, not
just as a requirement but a genuine
want to offer support. This is not just
academic but also in working life as she
has many valuable connections.
• ... She has assisted with getting a future
professional mentor as well. Jenny goes
above and beyond the whole time and
assisted me with getting a fantastic
placement opportunity.
21. Martin Roberts
• … made accounting seem almost
fun. He was strict but not in a
harsh way, wanted us to do well
and got along with him well.
• True legend, he's been there and
done it and now passing his
experience on. Great relationships
with students, approachable and
there to help.
• He taught me finance! He made it
easy! I'm petrified of finance and I
can do it now!! I'm absolutely
amazed! No one has ever been
able to teach me finance before
(and several have tried!)
22. Nigel Jones
• … so enthusiastic and
knowledgeable about the module
he teaches that I can't help but
feel interested and passionate
about the subject, hence it being
my favourite module and the one I
try hardest in.
• … is full of passion during class
and he teaches clearly.
• Given so many real life marketing
examples of what certain
companies do well and not do
well. I wrote every word I could
during his lectures.
23. Paul Beresford
• If it wasn't for Paul and his support
I wouldn't be at university today. I
would just like to thank him for all
his support and work in
encouraging me and supporting
me to stay in university.
• Very inspirational, keeps
everybody positive and always
keeps student on track - this leads
to success in his cohort. ...
Wonderful man!
• I can't express how much this
particular lecturer has impressed
me and made me think so highly
of Sheffield Hallam..
24. Phil Crowther
• Always enthusiastic and goes that extra
mile for students..
• ... is brilliant at getting everyone
involved. Phil also offers us great
opportunities to expand our events
knowledge in the 'real world'. I always
take him up on his extra tasks as I know
they will be beneficial to me in the future.
• He has continuously pushed me and
motivated me to work harder and
achieve the marks that I want by giving
us lots of information and the quality in
which we should be working at. His
enthusiasm and determination is
appreciated.
25. Tim Williams
• He is a passionate and approachable
tutor, in terms of support, delivery of
seminars and generally in every aspect
of my learning experience. ...interesting
and driven, this rubs off and drives me
to do well.
• ... So supportive and enthusiastic. Fun
lectures and seminars. Really
passionate for his job and doing the
best for his students.
• Easily the best tutor! So supportive and
enthusiastic. Fun lectures and
seminars.
27. Dr Simon Polovina
• … His breadth and depth of
knowledge is fantastic and he is
always keen to share information
and knowledge as much as he is
willing to listen and learn himself.
• From my perspective Simon is
more than professional in his own
career and research while
developing fruitful relationships
with students and colleagues.
•
• He has the ability to
motivate, often through enabling
challenging engagements such as
the lecturing opportunities.
28. Prof Ann Macaskill
• She is inspiring because she is
extremely knowledgeable about
her academic subject area and
clearly has a real passion for
discipline. She has high
expectations of me as a
researcher which has really
stretched me at times but she
always gives constructive and fair
feedback.
• After supervision with Ann I
always feel inspired and feel a
sense of renewed energy to
continue. This has been
invaluable over the three years as
doing a PhD feels like a long road
at times
29. Prof Angela Tod
• Angela gave me the confidence and
support to take that step and realise what I
had to offer the University, what the
University had to offer me and how
together, we could deliver a doctorate that
could make a positive difference.
• Angela is passionate about her field and
has produced outputs that have informed
practice and policy on the ground. For
me, that is what applied research is all
about - making a positive difference and
especially to those who are not really in a
position to help themselves
• This opportunity will shape me, my
career, my life and hopefully the life of
others. Without Angela, I would not have
taken that step and for that I will always be
eternally thankful.
30. Prof Bill Bramwell
• …has a wealth of knowledge and
experience both in academia and at
government planning level in the area
of my research and thus is able to help
me visualise things from different
perspectives and aid my critical
thinking to be creative and original.
• In a very strong sense I would like to
say that he is one of the few individuals
that made me believe that I can do
PhD. Thus, I decided to do PhD and
became very interested in tourism
planning & development
issues, governance etc. as his lectures
in my 3rd undergrad year and Master’s
degree were fascinating.
31. Dr Andrew Johnston
• Very encouraging, great
unwavering support and mentor-
ship. I get a full package of
constructive
comments, criticisms, and
commendations. I am inspired by
his calm and collected nature.
Very knowledgeable but so down
to earth.
• English is not my native
language, I am a job and a half to
him yet his approach is so
sensitive and professional.
33. Claire Rayner
• Excellent customer service
and communication skills. Very
supportive and helpful.
• Always keeping me informed
and quick to respond to any
problems or questions.
• Support and encouragement
when needed. It is very much
appreciated. Thanks!
34. Katie Kay
• ... makes the time to sort out
any problems with the course
or anything else, and doesn't
make you feel you're wasting
her time.
• She is extremely positive and
helpful and runs herself ragged
trying to make our experience
a better one.
• Helped me as a Student rep to
break the bridge between the
students and the staff and
helped in knowing the how to
represent my class to the
teaching staff.
35. Polly Newman
• ... provided me with
exceptional support when I lost
my father earlier on in the year
and made contact with me on
a regular basis to ensure that I
was okay and coping well.
• Helped me when I have really
needed it, with support.
• Being easily contactable and
guiding to the right services
36. Andrew Bromley
• He is my first UK friend since I came to
Sheffield and always so helpful and
friendly to me and other international
students. thanks very much for
everything he has done for us!!
• By being open to new
cultures, encouraging integration and
having a constant state of happiness.
• He is active and very passionate
about events for the international
students, which helps them to meet
each other and feel much comfortable
during their study experience.
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Award Winner. Senior lecturer in thermofluids and course leader for BEng Energy Engineering. (Student quote says it all ... can keep my attention even if I've got a horrific hang over and I'll still learn something.)Faculty of Arts, Computing, Engineering and Sciences
Award Winner. Katy is responsible for the contextual studies modules across visual communication and alsocontributes to the teaching of some of the design modules on the graphic design degree.(Intriguing is a theme which runs through Katy’s student comments!)Faculty of Arts, Computing, Engineering and Sciences
Award WinnerSenior lecturer and a member of the Software Engineering, Graphics and Multimedia subject group in the computing department and is currently the course leader for Software Engineering.(Someone with the classic qualities of inspirational teaching, that of being able to make complex concepts accessible.)Faculty of Arts, Computing, Engineering and Sciences
Award Winner. He joined the then Sheffield City Polytechnic as a lecturer specifically to develop and integrate finite element facilities in the mechanical engineering course. As a postdoctoral research at UMIST he was responsible for developing a unique underwater explosion-structural interaction simulation code.(Someone who made and impact at the Open Day)Faculty of Arts, Computing, Engineering and Sciences
Award Winner.Senior Lecturer. Teaches communication on a range of degrees and focuses on employability skills.Faculty of Arts, Computing, Engineering and Sciences
Award Winner, 2nd year. Course leader for undergraduate environmental degrees. His experience includes working for a National Park Authority, developing and providing environmental education for pupils, students and international professionals.(Earlier this year, Doug hosted an extra curricular guest lecture with “Liquidators” from the Chernobyl nuclear disaster in 1986. The lecturer theatre was over flowing to the extent students were sat on the stairs. When the students were why they had come to the lecture they said they didn’t want to let Doug down. That is the level of respect which Doug commands.)Faculty of Development and Society
Award Winner 3rd consecutive year.Course leader for the PGCE primary and PGCE early years education courses, as well as teaching science on all primary and early years QTS courses.(Taught Sally’s youngest son this year. Everything the students have said in the nominations over the last 3 years has been verified in conversations in her kitchen this year..)Faculty of Development and Society
Award Winner.A senior lecturer in built environment, and most of her time is spent leading and delivering undergraduate modules in research methods and dissertation. She also teaches on building materials and building conservation, and is involved in research and external consultancy.(The student comments say it all!)Faculty of Development and Society
Award Winner, 3rd consecutive year. Specialises in company law, criminal law and the law of torts. He is a principal lecturer and leads on markets and recruitment of the Department of Law, Criminology and Community Justice.(He send me a picture of George Clooney the first year, which very nearly ended up in the dinner booklet!)Faculty of Development and Society
Award Winner.Senior Lecturer in English Literature with teaching and research interests in the nineteenth-century, particularly the Victorian period.Faculty of Development and Society
Award Winner, 3rd consecutive year, National Teaching Fellow. She was nominated in the Research Supervisor Awards too.Senior researcher in the Art and Design Research Centre and a senior lecturer in occupational therapy in the Faculty of Health and Wellbeing. Claire was nominated last year despite only teaching one day a week!Faculty of Health and Wellbeing
Award Winner, 2nd yearSenior lecturer in biochemistry and molecular biology. David is currently researching Parkinson’s disease, linking together a range of biochemical and analytical methods to find out how and why cells die in the brain.(David recently did a lunchtime staff development session in HWB relating to inspirational teaching and staff wouldn’t leave until they had finished his activity on DNA. )Faculty of Health and Wellbeing
Award Winner, 2nd year.She leads the BA Social Work course, following 18 years in social care, mainly in the field of mental health.(Banjo player ….)Faculty of Health and Wellbeing
Award Winner. She was in clinical research and a nurse manager for the Cancer Research Centre at Weston Park, before becoming a lecturer in 2001. She teaches on the undergraduate nursing programme on a variety of subjects but specialises in oncology.Faculty of Health and Wellbeing
Award Winner. Joined SHU in 2011 and since taken on course leadership of the business and enterprise management course as well as recently becoming the Faculty’s Enterprise Champion.(Researching and sharing his practice on his experience of using Facebook and Twitter in education.)Sheffield Business School
Award Winner. Principal lecturer in hospitality management, her teaching is in the areas of hospitality operations. (Everyone was asked to give me a short snippet …. Jenny was the only person to do so!Having spent the first part of her career in the Hospitality Industry she has always seen the value of industry education partnerships. During her time at SHU she has worked hard to develop a wide range of industry stakeholders who also play a part in the student experience. Integral to this approach has been the establishment of our Hospitality Alumni Network together with our Hospitality Alumni Mentor Scheme. The latter promotes a unique intra-generational approach where our recent graduates mentor our final year students.)Sheffield Business School
Award Winner. He teaches across a range of related areas in the field of finance and accounting, specialising in management accounting and a Fellow Chartered Management Accountant.(Student comments say it all)Sheffield Business School
Award Winner. Senior lecturer in the Marketing subject group, engaging with businesses on behalf of the University in both teaching and consultancy roles.Sheffield Business School
Award Winner.Course leader for BSc Food Marketing Management and BSc Food and Nutrition in Sheffield Business School. He teaches a range of marketing and business-related subjects. Sheffield Business School
Award Winner. Senior Lecturer. Teaches events management. His experience includes running megaplex cinemas for UCI, the sales operation at Blackpool Pleasure Beach and managing Health and Racquet Clubs for Esporta.(Claim to fame, did a birthday party for one of the Beckhams’ children. I selected the comment before I got the photo - goes that extra mile for students..)Sheffield Business School
Award Winner. 2nd year runningSenior lecturer in Marketing. Placement officer building strong relationships with employers to maximise employment opportunities at placement and graduate levels.(Tim has recently gained Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy through our internal recognition process and the impact of his submission was that one of the panel members has already approached him to discuss his approach to placements.)Sheffield Business School
Research Supervisor Award Winner. Simon is a senior lecturer in business computing. He has many years of industrial experience in accounting and ICT. He has research interests in enterprise architecture, business information technologies, the web, conceptual structures and interaction design.Faculty of Arts, Computing, Engineering and Sciences
Research Supervisor Award Winner.Principal Fellow of the HEA – one of the first in the country. Ann is professor of health psychology and head of research ethics at the University. She is a registered practitioner health psychologist, a qualified psychotherapist.Faculty of Development and Society
Research Supervisor Award Winner. Her research lies in evaluating patient experiences and needs especially regarding health inequalities, access to services and public health.Faculty of Health and Wellbeing
Student Support Award Winner 3 consecutive years.She joined Sheffield Hallam in 1999, working in postgraduate student support for the business school and then for the Faculty of ACES since 2005.(Each year, Claire’s photo has always included cows … don’t know why!)Faculty of Arts, Computing, Engineering and Sciences
Student Support Award Winner. Sheffield Hallam graduate in 2011 and became a teaching assistant in the physiotherapy department. Her main focus is to mentor and support students throughout their academic and professional journey. (One of Sally Bradley's students on Teaching Skills in HE!) Not for announcement: Katie has had a tremendously difficult year as her sister died earlier this year.Faculty of Health and Wellbeing
Student Support Award Winner.Polly started working at the University in 2007 in the Sheffield Business School, and then moved to the Faculty of Health and Wellbeing, where as a student support officer she currently looks after 700 student nurses and midwives.Faculty of Health and Wellbeing
Student Support Award Winner. 2nd YearWorks the international student support team at Sheffield Hallam co-ordinating the arrival andintegration of all the University’s international students.(You know of Andrew’s work)Student and Learning Services