Dear community-engaged scholarship colleagues,
SAVE THE DATE: 1ST MARCH, 2012
Bringing science, technology, engineering and mathematics
(STEM) curricula to life through public engagement 1st March 2012 Aston
Conference Centre, University of Aston, Birmingham, UK
“Embedding public engagement as part of the curriculum
can help students to see the difference that their subject can make to
others. It can also help students to learn in new ways, and develop into
graduates who know how to make a positive contribution to society”
Danielle Grufferty, Vice President Society &
Citizenship, NUS
Many universities talk of going beyond producing highly
employable graduates, to developing graduates who are prepared to take personal
responsibility as citizens. At the same time professional accreditation
bodies, continue to emphasise how graduates should contribute to the wellbeing
of society, through the advancement of knowledge that is co-created with
others. Students today need to continually develop their capacity to
communicate effectively with others, to support the learning of others, work
across cultures and institutions, and operate in complex inter-connected
environments. Evidence suggests that community engaged learning can be a
conduit for developing these attributes whilst enriching student learning,
developing skills that are desired by employers and provide a foundation for
civic and social growth.
This one day event explores the role of public engagement
within STEM curriculum. This event will provide training and guidance on
models of community engaged learning and explore pedagogic and assessment
issues. Organizers aim to cover the
following areas:
(1)
The evidence for public engagement in the undergraduate curriculum
(2)
Explore models of embedding engagement in the STEM curriculum
(3)
Explore how to assess student learning from public engagement
Academics, students, community partners and practitioners
from all disciplines are invited to join us and contribute discussions.
Up to £1000 in funding will be provided following the workshop for academics
and practitioners to develop their practice in STEM disciplines.
This event is a joint collaboration between the National
HE STEM Programme and the National Co-ordinating Centre for Public
Engagement. Registration for this event opens early December, full
speakers and workshop list to be announced shortly.
For more info, see http://bit.ly/sQ9gP3
Thanks,
Rahma Osman
Program Assistant
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