Events

As part of the DigitalEd development initiatives for the ATU, a monthly webinar and workshop series is coordinated by the ATU Teaching and Learning Centre (Galway-Mayo). Check out upcoming events below.

Latest Past Events

Fostering Metacognition in the Digital Learning Environment

Virtual

Learning Objectives: Understand the key role of metacognition in effective learningAppreciate the potential for fostering metacognitive approaches within the digital learning environment in university education Understand how tools within the virtual learning environment (VLE) may be leveraged to support metacognitive skills development in students Begin to frame metacognitive learning for blended implementation Become a metacognition […]

Free

The Fusion of Theory and Practice: Reflection on the Early Years & Childhood Studies Professional Practice Placement as a Community of Practice Experience – Part 1

Virtual

Learning Objectives: To develop a community of practice exploring the triquetra relationship among student, placement supervisor and placement mentor with a focus on student well-being and student successTo discuss the fusion of theory and practice, of the interdisciplinary degree, identifying the key components that assure student well-being and student success during professional practice placement To […]

Free

Sustainability in Bio-Pharmaceutical Sectors – asking the right questions?

Virtual

Learning Objectives: Demonstrate transformation in sustainability literacy as related to the Bio-Pharmaceutical SectorExplore exemplars of curriculum design, pedagogical approaches and assessment strategies for sustainability in Life Sciences Explore fundamental questions about the purpose of higher Education in building embedded pathways for lifelong sustainability

Free