September 2002
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University Approach to Teaching and Learning

A conference to discuss the implementation of the University's approach to teaching and learning has been hailed a huge success.

In 2001, the ExcellencePLUS strategy for the University was approved. The strategy emerged from the 'Bradford approach to Teaching & Learning' and was universally accepted as the positive way forward. Bradford's unique qualities embodied in the approach were identified and highlighted as a strength that the University should actively encourage and promote.

The ExcellencePLUS Mini Conference provided an overview of the latest developments. The event included several poster presentations, practical advice to staff within the University and was an opportunity for open discussion between colleagues.

Those attending the conference included a wide range of staff from the University and College. There was also an international interest from the South African Mining Qualifications Authority who had heard about ExcellencePLUS and wanted to find out more.

Assistant Registrar Julie Hodgson said: "The conference, which was a huge success, provided an opportunity for delegates to gain an insight into how ExcellencePLUS was being implemented across the University. The poster presentations displayed in D4 foyer helped to demonstrate how theory had been put into practice and provided a foci for open discussion over lunch."

'Excellence' refers to the delivery of relevant and up-to-date curricula of the University's programmes through staff commitment and quality teaching whilst 'PLUS' is the systematic approach to the development of key skills which is offered to all students.

Three elements have been identified to support the implementation of the strategy:

• Identifying and developing key skills on entry
• Embedding key skills in the curriculum
• Developing key skills for the future.

See the website at www.brad.ac.uk/excellenceplus/ for further details.

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