MMU PSF Kath Botham PSF Lead Centre for Excellence in Learning and Teaching January

Current MMU PSF MMU: 30, 000 students, 1,500 academic staff, 50% RTQ Scheme accredited in 2013 Two routes Programme Route Introduction to Learning Teaching & Assessment (ILTA) – D1 PGCert LTHE Core Units (2x 30 credits) = D2 Recognition Route D1-D4 Written / Presentation Routes 2

Engagement Clear variation across faculties & Department Recognition RouteProgramme Route D1D2D3D4D1D Total RecognitionProgrammeOverall Total

Evaluation project: Key findings Multi stage study – Questionnaire & Follow up Interviews –Successful Applicants –Deferred Applicants –HoD’s Factors that support engagement Impact on practice and professional development 4

Personal Motivation Interest in L & T Good time management skills Institutional policies and targets Departmental culture/Supportive HoD attitude & behaviour (leading by example) Access to mentorship & online resources (CELT + Faculty based) Perceived Barriers Lack of interest in L & T CPD Low priority for T & L activities +/or Fellowship compared to research activities Lack of dedicated time Unsupportive departmental culture Apparent lack of institutional steer Lack of familiarity with scholarship Process viewed as threat/ challenge to current practice Lack of leading by examples from academic leaders 5 Factors supporting Evaluation project: Engagement & Success

Evaluation project: Teaching and Learning 1: Reward & Recognition Recognition for the institution (RTQ numbers / marketing) Individual Recognition - status and achievement in L & T 2: Boosts Confidence 3: Enhancement of teaching & learning practice Engagement with reflective practice Engagement (re-engagement ) with scholarship of T & L ( identifying new practice, using literature as a resource to develop practice) Willingness to mentor and support colleagues 4: Tool to encourage Professional Development 6

Priorities for 2015/16 Continue to build capacity through increasing numbers of SF/PFHEA per Department Continue to work closely with low engaging faculties Consultation on new scheme structure Prepare for re-accreditation: documentation for submission at Easter New Scheme: Increase units accredited under the programme route D1 & D2 – increased options Recognition route – still available for all levels but focus on D3 & D4 7

Contact Details: Kath Botham Scheme information: 8