“Inspiring students to produce inspiring 3rd level work”

Technological University Dublin (Tallaght campus) will host a one-day conference entitled “Inspiring students to produce inspiring 3rd level work”- taking place on Thursday 13th June 2019 and funded by the National Forum for the enhancement of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (NFTL)*.

Areas covered in this conference:

-Information on best practice student pedagogies across business, science, mathematics and engineering programmes

- Innovative teaching and assessment methodologies across disciplines

- Cross-disciplinary dialogue in engaging students to act as independent learners

- Cutting edge approaches to student involvement

- Operationalise studies to research the efficacy of current student interventions

The conference will run from 10am to 4pm, and lunch plus refreshments throughout the day will be provided for those attending. Confirmed speakers include:

• Professor Melrona Kirrane (Dublin City University, Business & Psychology)

Topic: Stimulating research - getting students on board

• Ciara Graham (TUD- Tallaght Campus, Marketing)

Topic: Why ideas matter: the importance of philosophy for first years

• Dr Ken Carroll (TUD- Tallaght Campus, Registrar, Science)

Topic: Strategies for supporting student learning

• Dr Mary Costello (TUD- Tallaght Campus, Science)

Topic: Effective reflective practice and assessment

• Dr Greg Foley (Dublin City University, Engineering)

Topic: Forget the gimmicks and create a culture of high expectations

• Ciaran O'Sullivan (TUD- Tallaght Campus, Mathematics)

Topic: Unlocking student potential by building mathematical confidence

The conference will be environmentally sustainable- using recycled/recyclable materials and using digital applications to optimise sustainability. The conference organisers, Dr Gail Sheppard and Dr Joe MacDonagh, look forward to welcoming you to the event.

*NFTL is Ireland’s national body responsible for leading and advising on the enhancement of teaching and learning in Irish higher education. In partnership with students, staff and leaders in Irish higher education, the National Forum works to develop an inclusive, collaborative and innovative culture that maximises learning impact for the success of all students.