The Higher Education Psychology Network existed from 2004 to 2011 to promote excellence in the learning, teaching and assessment of Psychology in UK HE

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PGwT Scotland: Good practices for good research; Preparing lectures and teaching materials; Communicating Psychology to the wider audience - Thursday, 27 May 2010, Glasgow

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Programme

10:15-10:45Registration and coffee
10:45-11:00Introductions
11:00-12:30Good practices for good research Professor Rory O'Connor, Department of Psychology, University of Stirling and Mel McKendrick, Phd Student, University of Strathclyde will conduct this session. A real research example: overcoming issues encountered when conducting it; lessons learned through teaching it. Open discussion about issues you might find during your PhD.
12:30-13:15Lunch
13:15-14:45How to prepare lecture and teaching materials Preparing for teaching can be a daunting experience for those new to teaching. How long should the average lecture take to prepare? How much time should you plan to talk v. getting students involved in activities. Join Dr. Sue Hunter, University of Stirling / Open University as she addresses teaching preparation.
14:45-15:00Break
15:00-16:30Communicating Psychology to the wider audience: Undertaking public engagement 'Neurosis:few escape!' That sounds like a headline that would get people's attention. Join Professor Peter Hancock, Department of Psychology, University of Stirling, as he discusses how to convey the science of psychology to wider audiences.
16:30-17:30Wrap up, refreshments, and socialising


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Background
One of 24 discipline-based centres within the Higher Education Academy, the Psychology Network supported the teaching and learning of psychology across the UK between 2004 and 2011. A core team, based at the University of York, worked with students, staff, departments, professional bodies and overseas organisations to develop supportive networks and to improve the learning experience of psychology students in Higher Education.
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