The LTSN Maths, Stats & OR Network offers the following discipline-based CPD
event for staff in mathematics departments. Full details can be found at
http://ltsn.mathstore.ac.uk/workshops/projects03/index.shtml
We would be grateful if you would pass this message on within your institution.
Many thanks, Pam Bishop,
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LTSN Maths, Stats & OR Network
Sharing of Projects Practice
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Day Workshop, Wednesday 12 November 2003
Department of Mathematics, University of York
http://ltsn.mathstore.ac.uk/workshops/projects03/index.shtml
Much of teaching and learning in mathematics is provided using traditional
lectures and assessment is examination dominated. An area that has great
potential in learning both mathematical skills and graduate skills is that of
substantial project-based activities. Such activities are also highly rated by
graduates and their employers. Within undergraduate BSc and Masters programmes
the provision of final year projects is typically available but often
constrained by the demands on resources in defining project briefs, support of
students and assessment issues. However, sharing of best practice in effective
management, support and assessment could provide a means to minimise the staff
resources required and to maximise the student learning experience and
attainment of project skills.
For staff familiar with project activities the investment in staff time and
required expertise is often considerable and the issues surrounding assessment
have resulted in a generally patchy provision. The QAA Subject Overview noted
this as the greatest weakness although a number of (un-named) Institutions have
been accredited as having good provisions.
This workshop is aimed at sharing practice for the implementation, support and
assessment of final-year project-based activities. The number of participants
will be restricted to 30 persons. An outcome of the day will be to establish
commended practice in key areas for wider dissemination.
If you would like to register for this workshop please contact LTSN Maths, Stats
& OR Network, The University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 2TT,
phone 0121 414 7095, email [log in to unmask], or use the online form at
http://ltsn.mathstore.ac.uk/workshops/projects03/regform.shtml
Bookings should be confirmed by post with payment in advance - the cost is £35
including a buffet lunch. Cheques should be made out to the University of
Birmingham.
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Pam Bishop, Assistant Director
LTSN Maths, Stats & OR Network
School of Mathematics and Statistics [log in to unmask]
The University of Birmingham tel 0121-414 4800
Birmingham B15 2TT fax 0121-414 3389
The Maths, Stats & OR Network is part of the Learning and Teaching
Support Network, which provides discipline-based support for
learning and teaching in UK universities.
More information can be found at http://ltsn.mathstore.ac.uk
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