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SUMMARY:Mentorship & Community Engagement Workshops
DESCRIPTION:This programme is based on a mentorship model that is non-hierarchical\, multidimensional\, and involves a range of stakeholders\, directed towards the growth trajectory of academic staff\, with specific reference to teaching and learning higher education spaces. The principle of lifelong learning suggests that academics at various stages and phases of their professional careers require guidance in targeted areas of their work and professional responsibilities. The nature of knowledge and the evolving technological terrain are rapidly changing\, opening new possibilities for experimentation and critique. Mentoring offers the possibility for developing a syntax to tackle these multiple dimensions in a scholarly and pragmatic way. \nIdeally\, mentoring programmes can be directed at different target audiences at varied levels: for the experienced academic who is targeting professional promotion\, for the senior academic aiming to widen their scope of academic footprint\, including the dissemination through publication and conferencing and for newly appointed academics who are at early stages of their academic career. \nThis programme is directed at early career researchers (ECR) who are developing their repertoire for being and becoming a teacher within a higher education institution. This ECR definition refers to academics who have recently joined academia and/or UKZN within the last five years. This mentoring programme includes developing a portfolio of activities in the four constitutive university dimensions of teaching & learning\, research\, community engagement and university service and administration.  It includes dimensions related to developing scholarship and practical action to fuel the design and development of curriculum\, the epistemological and pedagogical relationships\, including assessment strategies\, and constructing research projects about their classroom action. It includes formal\, non-formal and informal interactions. The programme extends beyond performativity discourses to include a holistic conception of being and becoming an academic\, involving personal and professional growth trajectories. \nWhilst the programme is not directed towards a quick-fix careerists’ agenda of ensuring projected promotion tracks\, it accents the kinds of expectations of being and becoming a fully-fledged university academic scholar. This collective co-responsible agenda involves working with\, through and in the communities of practitioners within the disciplinary\, institutional and national structures. Its outcomes will have promotional possibilities. It foregrounds the teaching and learning in higher education.
URL:https://ucdp.ukzn.ac.za/event/mentorship-community-engagement-workshops/
CATEGORIES:Teaching and Learning
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SUMMARY:Proposal Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Prepare to embark on a transformative journey in academic excellence! Our workshop\, tailored exclusively for postgraduate students – Masters and PhD\, delves deep into the essential pillars of successful proposal writing. Led by seasoned academics\, this immersive experience will guide you through the intricate processes of conceptualising a research problem\, navigating ethics and plagiarism concerns\, crafting a robust literature review\, and mastering the art of academic writing. \nIn our dynamic sessions\, you’ll learn to refine your research ideas into clear and compelling proposals\, ensuring alignment with ethical standards and avoiding the pitfalls of plagiarism. We’ll explore the nuances of constructing a comprehensive literature review\, equipping you with the skills to synthesize existing knowledge and identify gaps in the field. \nThrough practical exercises and personalised guidance\, you’ll hone your academic writing skills\, mastering clarity\, coherence\, and conciseness in your scholarly work.
URL:https://ucdp.ukzn.ac.za/event/proposal-writing-workshop-6/
CATEGORIES:Research
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SUMMARY:Writing for Publication Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re just starting your research or you are about to complete your thesis\, this workshop equips you with the essential skills and strategies to transform your work into publishable articles. We’ll explore effective writing techniques\, demystify the peer review process\, and provide insider tips for targeting reputable journals. \nFacilitated by senior academics\, this workshop is your roadmap to navigating the complex world of academic publishing. From crafting impactful manuscripts to understanding journal submission processes\, we’ll cover every step of the journey towards publication success.
URL:https://ucdp.ukzn.ac.za/event/writing-for-publication-workshop-6/
CATEGORIES:Research
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