Teaching and Learning > DISCOURSE
10 years of the Subject Centre
Author: Clare Saunders
Journal Title: Discourse
ISSN: 1741-4164
ISSN-L: 1741-4164
Volume: 9
Number: 2
Start page: 4
End page: 5
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Welcome to a new edition of Discourse from a new editor. Dr David Mossley, the previous editor, is on secondment to another role in the Higher Education Academy; in his absence, I welcome the opportunity to continue the stewardship of a resource that has consolidated the importance of pedagogical research in our disciplines.
This edition of Discourse comes out in the tenth year of the Subject Centre's operation. Since its inception as the PRSLTSN in 2000, we have seen great changes to the sector, and there are undoubtedly difficult times ahead for our higher education system. However, one feature that has been consistent over the past 10 years is our commitment to promoting the best teaching, and to funding projects and publishing articles that build on the solid foundations of good pedagogy in our disciplines; and remain committed to supporting our disciplines as we face the challenges of the coming years.
Volume 9.2 has a focus on Theology and Religious Studies (TRS), and largely comprises the outputs from two conferences organised by the Subject Centre.
'Teaching Spirituality' was an interdisciplinary event to explore issues around teaching spirituality in higher education in the UK, within and outside TRS departments.A variety of papers are presented here, ranging from problem-based learning approaches to the topic, use of games in teaching, and views on approaches to the subject in various disciplines. 'Beyond the Ordinary: Creative Approaches in Learning and Teaching in Theology and Religious Studies' was an interactive workshop, bringing together those using innovative and creative methods in their teaching for a valuable day of discussion and practical sessions. Again, we have a range of interesting papers, including focus on flexible provision, use of art and creative writing in teaching and assessment, and use of Intercultural Development Models in the classroom.
In addition to this we have the winning essay from our 2009 student competition, and other papers on pedagogy in our disciplines, in the UK and internationally.
Especially in the current funding climate, it has never been more important for the Subject Centre to be able to demonstrate that its work has impact and is valued by our disciplinary communities.As such, we would be very grateful if you could find the time to fill in our annual survey, either by returning the questionnaire sheet in the prepaid envelope provided, or online at: https://surveys.heacademy.ac.uk/prs_2010.
If you would like find out more about the Subject Centre and how you can get involved with our work, or have any suggestions of how we can improve our services to our academic communities, please feel free to contact me at clare@prs.heacademy.ac.uk. Best wishes for a relaxing summer, Clare.
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This page was originally on the website of The Subject Centre for Philosophical and Religious Studies. It was transfered here following the closure of the Subject Centre at the end of 2011.
