Professional Learning - Booking Site

Learning & Teaching Enhancement offer a comprehensive series of development sessions. It is essential that you have discussed attending a session with your line manager prior to booking onto a course.

Some training courses, including certain face-to-face workshops, are bookable only via the 'My Training' section on MyHR. More information and links to mandatory training modules can be found on the Organisational and Professional Development site.

Academic Induction

DetailsIn line with the new Learning, Teaching & Assessment Plan, a refreshed Academic Induction programme for new teaching staff will be delivered. With a focus on teaching essentials, the Academic Induction will provide a supportive and collegial environment to learn how to teach effectively within the unique context of the University of Cumbria, including signposting to further support and development opportunities. The new Academic Induction now incorporates the previously separate introduction to key learning systems. This Academic Induction is also open to staff who have recently joined the University or mentors who wish to understand the offer to aid their support for new colleagues.

AI in Learning, Teaching and Assessment: Q&A

DetailsLet's talk about learning, teaching, and assessment in the era of Generative AI. Bring your questions and thoughts to this informal session. We'll be talking about opportunities and challenges and offering support and guidance in line with the Principles for the Use of AI in LTA Facilitators: Jane Cleary, Digital Pedagogy Lead, LTE and Suzanne Forrester, Assessment and Awards Manager, Academic Registry

Connecting Priorities: Pro Vice Chancellors and Programme Leads in Conversation; Claire Aindow, Growth and Development.

DetailsAs part of the Programme Lead Network, we're hosting dedicated sessions with each of the Pro Vice Chancellors to share their priorities and explore how we, as Programme Leads, fit within them. These sessions will give you the chance to hear directly from leaders in areas such as Pro Vice Chancellor (Student Journey and Academic Registrar), Pro Vice Chancellor (Growth and Development), Pro Vice Chancellor (Learning and Teaching) and Pro Vice Chancellor (Research and Knowledge Exchange) and understand how their priorities shape our work. Those already in the network will have received an email invitation, and if you're interested in attending, please use the booking link to secure your place. This is a valuable opportunity for programme leaders to gain insight into institutional priorities and strengthen collaboration across programmes.

Connecting Priorities: Pro Vice Chancellors and Programme Leads in Conversation; Zulfiqur Ali, Research and Knowledge Exchange.

Embedding UoC Graduate Attributes in Learning and Teaching

DetailsThis workshop will explore the UoC Graduate Attributes and consider offer examples of embedding these in learning and teaching. We'll also discuss how you might integrate these attributes into your own courses and modules. PSF A1, V2, V4, A5

How digital are your students?

DetailsWould you like to better understand what your students' digital capabilities are? When we better understand our students' digital capabilities, we can support and stretch them better. Using the Discovery Tool with your students can provide you with the data you need to help students. Find out how in this informal 25 minute live online session.

Information Session for Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice

DetailsThe (PGCAP) is designed to provide an overview of the programme. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in Q&A with the chance to clarify any queries relating to the PGCAP. he introductory session to the Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice. The PGCAP is open to both academic and professional services staff who are involved in learning and teaching or supporting learning. Line manager agreement is required to complete the programme.

Information session for the Experiential Route to Advance HE Fellowship at UoC

DetailsThis session will give you an overview of the Advance HE PSF 2023 and UoC's new Experiential Route to gaining Fellowship of Advance HE. This session is for anyone interested in finding out more about the new Professional Standards Framework (2023).

Introduction to the Discovery Tool

DetailsThis session is an introduction to the new Discovery Tool, which is designed to support self-assessment of your digital capabilities and provide access to further opportunities to develop your digital skills. You'll learn more about how the Discovery Tool works and how it can support your ongoing professional development. This session is open to all staff across the University.

Microsoft Certified Educator exam

DetailsThe Microsoft Certified Educator (MCE) exam is open to all staff wanting to validate their educator credentials. MCE is recognised worldwide and certifies that educators have the competencies to provide rich, collaborative, technology-enhanced learning. MCE is suitable for colleagues in teaching, training, learner support, curriculum and learning design or academic enhancement. Colleagues will normally have prepared for the exam by completing the self-access, self-paced online course here self-access programme Colleagues are responsible for applying for *exam adjustments e.g. time, to the exam provider via this link Accommodations of disabilities :: Exam policies :: Certiport. You should allow 10 days from application to receiving a decision. This link books you on to the online, proctored MCE exam. The time includes verifying your identity, brief instructions and the 60-minute* exam. You will receive an email closer to the exam date to confirm details. Questions? Email LTE@cumbria.ac.uk

Module Evaluation Survey Drop-In Session

DetailsThis session will provide personalised support for Module Leaders seeking to resolve issues or raise queries concerning the operation of the Module Evaluation Survey or Closing the Loop reports.

Module Evaluation Survey: Closing the Loop Drop-In Session

Reframing the conversation around masculinity the White Ribbon Way

DetailsFollowing the university’s recent reaccreditation and approval of a new 3-year action plan (as hosted at White Ribbon UK Accreditation - University of Cumbria), we have collaborated with White Ribbon UK (WRUK) to deliver this course. The course is open to all university staff (capped at 25 places) and our White Ribbon Steering Group are liaising with local partners to extend the invite and raise awareness of our White Ribbon action, with a further 25 places being reserved for external partner representatives. In this session, attendees will explore the societal pressures that affect boys and men and learn practical ways to shape language to engage men more effectively. We examine how masculinity is modelled throughout childhood and adolescence, and how it continues into adulthood. By understanding the roots of certain behaviours, without excusing them, we can reframe the conversation from ‘toxic masculinity’ to focussing on the absence of positive masculinity and consider how we can encourage healthier expressions of male identity.

What Does it Mean to Decolonise the Curriculum?

DetailsThis short workshop will provide a starting point for thinking about what decolonising the curriculum means and what steps you can take towards this in your own practice. We'll explore decolonisation in HE through discussion centred around Matt Smith's experiences of working to decolonise the Social Work curriculum. Matt will present the approach taken in this area and his research into what it means to decolonise HE. V1-V5, A1, A5

Keep calling back as more dates and locations will be announced throughout the year.

Academic Induction DetailsIn line with the new Learning, Teaching & Assessment Plan, a refreshed Academic Induction programme for new teaching staff will be delivered. With a focus on teaching essentials, the Academic Induction will provide a supportive and collegial environment to learn how to teach effectively within the unique context of the University of Cumbria, including signposting to further support and development opportunities. The new Academic Induction now incorporates the previously separate introduction to key learning systems. This Academic Induction is also open to staff who have recently joined the University or mentors who wish to understand the offer to aid their support for new colleagues.
AI in Learning, Teaching and Assessment: Q&A DetailsLet's talk about learning, teaching, and assessment in the era of Generative AI. Bring your questions and thoughts to this informal session. We'll be talking about opportunities and challenges and offering support and guidance in line with the Principles for the Use of AI in LTA Facilitators: Jane Cleary, Digital Pedagogy Lead, LTE and Suzanne Forrester, Assessment and Awards Manager, Academic Registry
Connecting Priorities: Pro Vice Chancellors and Programme Leads in Conversation; Claire Aindow, Growth and Development. DetailsAs part of the Programme Lead Network, we're hosting dedicated sessions with each of the Pro Vice Chancellors to share their priorities and explore how we, as Programme Leads, fit within them. These sessions will give you the chance to hear directly from leaders in areas such as Pro Vice Chancellor (Student Journey and Academic Registrar), Pro Vice Chancellor (Growth and Development), Pro Vice Chancellor (Learning and Teaching) and Pro Vice Chancellor (Research and Knowledge Exchange) and understand how their priorities shape our work. Those already in the network will have received an email invitation, and if you're interested in attending, please use the booking link to secure your place. This is a valuable opportunity for programme leaders to gain insight into institutional priorities and strengthen collaboration across programmes.
Connecting Priorities: Pro Vice Chancellors and Programme Leads in Conversation; Zulfiqur Ali, Research and Knowledge Exchange. DetailsAs part of the Programme Lead Network, we're hosting dedicated sessions with each of the Pro Vice Chancellors to share their priorities and explore how we, as Programme Leads, fit within them. These sessions will give you the chance to hear directly from leaders in areas such as Pro Vice Chancellor (Student Journey and Academic Registrar), Pro Vice Chancellor (Growth and Development), Pro Vice Chancellor (Learning and Teaching) and Pro Vice Chancellor (Research and Knowledge Exchange) and understand how their priorities shape our work. Those already in the network will have received an email invitation, and if you're interested in attending, please use the booking link to secure your place. This is a valuable opportunity for programme leaders to gain insight into institutional priorities and strengthen collaboration across programmes.
Embedding UoC Graduate Attributes in Learning and Teaching DetailsThis workshop will explore the UoC Graduate Attributes and consider offer examples of embedding these in learning and teaching. We'll also discuss how you might integrate these attributes into your own courses and modules. PSF A1, V2, V4, A5
How digital are your students? DetailsWould you like to better understand what your students' digital capabilities are? When we better understand our students' digital capabilities, we can support and stretch them better. Using the Discovery Tool with your students can provide you with the data you need to help students. Find out how in this informal 25 minute live online session.
Information Session for Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice DetailsThe (PGCAP) is designed to provide an overview of the programme. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in Q&A with the chance to clarify any queries relating to the PGCAP. he introductory session to the Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice. The PGCAP is open to both academic and professional services staff who are involved in learning and teaching or supporting learning. Line manager agreement is required to complete the programme.
Information session for the Experiential Route to Advance HE Fellowship at UoC DetailsThis session will give you an overview of the Advance HE PSF 2023 and UoC's new Experiential Route to gaining Fellowship of Advance HE. This session is for anyone interested in finding out more about the new Professional Standards Framework (2023).
Introduction to the Discovery Tool DetailsThis session is an introduction to the new Discovery Tool, which is designed to support self-assessment of your digital capabilities and provide access to further opportunities to develop your digital skills. You'll learn more about how the Discovery Tool works and how it can support your ongoing professional development. This session is open to all staff across the University.
Microsoft Certified Educator exam DetailsThe Microsoft Certified Educator (MCE) exam is open to all staff wanting to validate their educator credentials. MCE is recognised worldwide and certifies that educators have the competencies to provide rich, collaborative, technology-enhanced learning. MCE is suitable for colleagues in teaching, training, learner support, curriculum and learning design or academic enhancement. Colleagues will normally have prepared for the exam by completing the self-access, self-paced online course here self-access programme Colleagues are responsible for applying for exam adjustments e.g. time, to the exam provider via this link Accommodations of disabilities :: Exam policies :: Certiport. You should allow 10 days from application to receiving a decision. This link books you on to the online, proctored MCE exam. The time includes verifying your identity, brief instructions and the 60-minute exam. You will receive an email closer to the exam date to confirm details. Questions? Email LTE@cumbria.ac.uk
Module Evaluation Survey Drop-In Session DetailsThis session will provide personalised support for Module Leaders seeking to resolve issues or raise queries concerning the operation of the Module Evaluation Survey or Closing the Loop reports.
Module Evaluation Survey: Closing the Loop Drop-In Session
Reframing the conversation around masculinity the White Ribbon Way DetailsFollowing the university’s recent reaccreditation and approval of a new 3-year action plan (as hosted at White Ribbon UK Accreditation - University of Cumbria), we have collaborated with White Ribbon UK (WRUK) to deliver this course. The course is open to all university staff (capped at 25 places) and our White Ribbon Steering Group are liaising with local partners to extend the invite and raise awareness of our White Ribbon action, with a further 25 places being reserved for external partner representatives. In this session, attendees will explore the societal pressures that affect boys and men and learn practical ways to shape language to engage men more effectively. We examine how masculinity is modelled throughout childhood and adolescence, and how it continues into adulthood. By understanding the roots of certain behaviours, without excusing them, we can reframe the conversation from ‘toxic masculinity’ to focussing on the absence of positive masculinity and consider how we can encourage healthier expressions of male identity.
What Does it Mean to Decolonise the Curriculum? DetailsThis short workshop will provide a starting point for thinking about what decolonising the curriculum means and what steps you can take towards this in your own practice. We'll explore decolonisation in HE through discussion centred around Matt Smith's experiences of working to decolonise the Social Work curriculum. Matt will present the approach taken in this area and his research into what it means to decolonise HE. V1-V5, A1, A5

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