1. Mapping and embedding learning strategies & employability literacy across the curriculum
University of Stirling
John Taylor – Faculty of Health Science and Sport
Ruth Watkins – Student Learning Services
Pam Crawford – Employability Hub
Enhancement Themes conference, Thursday 9 June John McIntyre Conference Centre, Edinburgh

2. Aims Briefly explore the rationale for developments;
Outline the objectives, outputs and outcomes of the staff development session;
Discuss the use of an interactive mapping tool to engage staff in the process;
Consider the next steps.

3. Rationale for developments
Embedding elements which traditionally were ‘bolt-on’ into curriculum in response to -
‘Transforming student experience’
Equality and diversity agenda
Graduate attributes
Elements – Learning strategies, employability, equality and diversity

4. Pilot Project – Map across one programme: Sports Studies

5. Mapping Learning Strategies Does your module include dedicated time
to discuss and practice….?

6. Yes – Systematically addressed within module E.g. Semester 2 module
Not directly addressed in module
I expect students can already do this

7. Mapping Tool – Employability
How do you work out if your module or programme incorporates the complex segments of employability?
Mapping Tool – Employability
Work-based learning
Work related Learning
Employer engagement
CEIAG
Reflective practice
Graduate attributes
Break down the components
Deconstruct the language
Use plain English

8. MAPPING EMPLOYABILITY

9. Next Steps Refine the module mapping exercise centrally
Roll out staff development for all module co-ordinators
Follow up discussions with staff on specific elements of the exercise
Online toolkit

10. CONTACT University of Stirling
Pam Crawford: Employability Hub
John Taylor: Faculty of Health Sciences and Sport
Ruth Watkins: Student Learning Services