Teaching and learning activities
In the curriculum: The following list of possible teaching and learning activities illustrates a range of possible activities organised according to Healey and Jenkins (2009) framework. They illustrate different aspects of the research process with which we might engage students. Some will work for your discipline or in your context, others might not. The challenge is to find the appropriate strategies for the learning outcomes of your curriculum.
All of these examples require students to be supported through the process, with appropriate scaffolding of their learning. It is also important that we clearly articulate to students what they are learning and why.
Co-Curricular: The Undergraduate Research Opportunities Programme (UROP) provides paid placements for undergraduate students in the middle years of their degree to actively participate in authentic research under the supervision of a member of staff.
As well as funding from UROP itself, other sources of funding are available, for example:
- EPSRC vacation bursaries
- NERC undergraduate research experience placements
- BBSRC research experience placements
- As an integral part of other projects, for example those funded by the University Teaching and Learning Development Fund
References
Healey, M. & Jenkins, A. (2009). Developing undergraduate research and inquiry. York: Higher Education Academy.