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Multimedia approach to research methods teaching at Masters level
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Haigh, C., Enright, S., & Long, T. Multimedia approach to research methods teaching at Masters level

The project is designed to provide a novel, creative approach to the redevelopment
of a masters-level research methods module. A learning resource pack will be
developed consisting of a reader and a series of time-limited CD-ROMs, each of
which wo... Read More about Multimedia approach to research methods teaching at Masters level.

Learning from evaluation: a systematic enquiry
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Clarke, D., & Altounyan, C. Learning from evaluation: a systematic enquiry

Action learning will be used as a research methodology to learn more effectively and
systematically about the practice of evaluation in the Revans Institute.
Sharing and questioning the current practice of a diverse staff group involved in a
varie... Read More about Learning from evaluation: a systematic enquiry.

Assessing students' ability to self-assess : its relationship with measures of personal academic control and self-efficacy
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Cassidy, S. Assessing students' ability to self-assess : its relationship with measures of personal academic control and self-efficacy

Studies examining factors underlying academic performance have reliably
established the significant involvement of psychological factors or individual
differences (Cassidy & Eachus, 2000 & 2002). Psychological factors such as
academic self-efficac... Read More about Assessing students' ability to self-assess : its relationship with measures of personal academic control and self-efficacy.

A reflective review of educational events with marker potential on a full-time occupational therapy course
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Mckenna, J., & Supyk, J. A reflective review of educational events with marker potential on a full-time occupational therapy course

This study will form the first stage of a planned four-year longitudinal study of educational marker events using representative samples of full and part time occupational therapy students. A review of the literature will be undertaken to highlight... Read More about A reflective review of educational events with marker potential on a full-time occupational therapy course.

The preparedness of traditional and problem-based learning (PBL) Salford radiology graduates for their role as healthcare professionals
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Mackay, S., Evans, J., & Cunningham, L. The preparedness of traditional and problem-based learning (PBL) Salford radiology graduates for their role as healthcare professionals

This project will determine how well prepared graduates from the BSc (Hons.) Diagnostic Radiography programme were to undertake their role as a newly qualified diagnostic radiographer. Two consecutive cohorts will be audited separately one which expe... Read More about The preparedness of traditional and problem-based learning (PBL) Salford radiology graduates for their role as healthcare professionals.

ReKnowiT (Research Knowledge into Teaching)
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Amaratunga, R., Kagioglou, M., Baldry, D., Aouad, G., & Bowden, A. ReKnowiT (Research Knowledge into Teaching)

The link between Research and Teaching (R&T) has long been studied. Most studies conclude to say that there is no explicit link or automatic relationship between these two activities (Hattie & Marsh, 1996). Separate quality assurance mechanisms and... Read More about ReKnowiT (Research Knowledge into Teaching).

Innovation in the assessment of English for academic purposes
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Etherington, S. Innovation in the assessment of English for academic purposes

This project aims to develop an improved tool for the testing of academic writing skills of international students for use within the School of Languages English for academic Purposes programmes and beyond. At present, a lack of harmonisation of tes... Read More about Innovation in the assessment of English for academic purposes.

Establishing a pilot toolkit of video-based learning resources
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Crozier, A., Smith, C., & James, M. Establishing a pilot toolkit of video-based learning resources

The project aims to develop a video based learning resource that could be accessed through Blackboard containing video clips of practical skills and real clinical cases / case studies. These are core elements of vocational degree programmes such as P... Read More about Establishing a pilot toolkit of video-based learning resources.

Common cultures in diversified approaches to teaching and learning and skills development through work-based consultancies in the University of Salford
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Douglas, C. Common cultures in diversified approaches to teaching and learning and skills development through work-based consultancies in the University of Salford

This project will investigate the approaches followed and the role that work based learning (WBL) consultancies currently plays in student-centred learning at the University of Salford. This enquiry seeks to explore the nature of the vocational skill... Read More about Common cultures in diversified approaches to teaching and learning and skills development through work-based consultancies in the University of Salford.

Improving dissertation assessment
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Haigh, R., Amaratunga, R., & Baldry, D. Improving dissertation assessment

Concerns have been expressed over assessment practices in higher education, with calls for increased accountability of lecturers and greater consistency of standards (Brown and Glasner, 1999). The need to ensure consistency is even greater with modu... Read More about Improving dissertation assessment.

Guidelines for improving social outcomes gained through distance learning tools
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Ingirige, B., Amaratunga, R., Sexton, M., Ahmed, V., Baldry, D., & Aouad, G. Guidelines for improving social outcomes gained through distance learning tools

History of distance learning dates back to the late 1960’s. However, with the advent of the Internet it was repositioned as a major tool for course delivery so that students can undertake learning within a setting of their choice aligned with a pace... Read More about Guidelines for improving social outcomes gained through distance learning tools.

A computer assisted assessment tool for physiological measurement within the School of Nursing
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Hardicre, J., & Procter, C. A computer assisted assessment tool for physiological measurement within the School of Nursing

Following helpful feedback from the Teaching and Learning Sub-Committee and further discussions with key staff from the School of Nursing, the project team have expanded on the information submitted for the initial bid and have incorporated responses... Read More about A computer assisted assessment tool for physiological measurement within the School of Nursing.

Development of the Web Users Self-Efficacy scale (WUSE)
Presentation / Conference
Eachus, P., & Cassidy, S. Development of the Web Users Self-Efficacy scale (WUSE). Presented at Education in a Changing Environment, University of Salford, UK

The aim of this research was to develop a scale that could evaluate an individual’s confidence in using the Internet. Web-based resources are becoming increasingly important within higher education and it is therefore vital that students and staff fe... Read More about Development of the Web Users Self-Efficacy scale (WUSE).

Development of a translation management project for students following MA/PG Dip in translating
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Fernandez, M. Development of a translation management project for students following MA/PG Dip in translating

The project consists of the development of a new Translation Management Project for students registered on the MA/Pg Dip in Translating, MA/Pg Dip in Interpreting and Translating and the MA/Pg Dip in Chinese-English-Chinese Translating with Interpret... Read More about Development of a translation management project for students following MA/PG Dip in translating.

Work placements and employability: what students want
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Morgan, H. Work placements and employability: what students want

Salford University prides itself in the employability of its students. Salford’s Prospectus states that over two-thirds of all full-time undergraduate programmes offer the chance to work in the UK or abroad. A review of the literature on work placeme... Read More about Work placements and employability: what students want.

To evaluate the impact of introducing a credit bearing PDP and Skills Development module on students ability to reflect on and plan for their progress in academic and other key skills
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Savory, J. To evaluate the impact of introducing a credit bearing PDP and Skills Development module on students ability to reflect on and plan for their progress in academic and other key skills

In September 2005 a credit rated PDP and study skills module was introduced into the first year of the part time HNC in Housing Studies programme. The module combines practical whole group skills development sessions on topics such as essay writing,... Read More about To evaluate the impact of introducing a credit bearing PDP and Skills Development module on students ability to reflect on and plan for their progress in academic and other key skills.

Enhancing the higher education experience of mature students
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Trotter, E. Enhancing the higher education experience of mature students

Within the context of widening participation, a greater number of mature students are being encouraged to enter higher education. It is recognised that mature students have differing priorities and concerns to “traditional” students and they often fi... Read More about Enhancing the higher education experience of mature students.

Enhancing the learning opportunities of part-time postgraduate students whilst off-campus: periodic self-assessment of image interpretation and report writing skills using Blackboard
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Nightingale, J. Enhancing the learning opportunities of part-time postgraduate students whilst off-campus: periodic self-assessment of image interpretation and report writing skills using Blackboard

The MSc Advanced Practice (Gastrointestinal Imaging) programme prepares radiographers for image interpretation and reporting, a task traditionally undertaken by medically trained radiologists. This project will support learning undertaken both in th... Read More about Enhancing the learning opportunities of part-time postgraduate students whilst off-campus: periodic self-assessment of image interpretation and report writing skills using Blackboard.

Enhancing the quality of research supervision to meet the needs of professional doctorate students
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Lee, N. Enhancing the quality of research supervision to meet the needs of professional doctorate students

This project will enhance the quality of research supervision for professional doctorate (DProf) students at the University, building on existing knowledge and practices. The outcome will be evidence based DProf supervision guidelines. These will be... Read More about Enhancing the quality of research supervision to meet the needs of professional doctorate students.

Using audio based learning activities to enhance the student learning experience
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Dowdle, D. Using audio based learning activities to enhance the student learning experience

Today’s students expect their education to be delivered to them in ways that are different to the more traditional delivery mechanisms that many of their tutors may have experienced (Coopers & Lybrand, 1998). The old ‘chalk and talk’ approach, in whi... Read More about Using audio based learning activities to enhance the student learning experience.