Overview

Doing Learning Development in Higher Education is an essential introductory companion for those new to working in this emerging and exciting field. Filled with actionable tips, real-world advice, and illuminating anecdotes, this book will help readers navigate the challenges and opportunities of helping students unlock their full academic potential, whilst highlighting the important role that Learning Developers have. Covering the fundamental aspects of Learning Development practice, it explores everything from conducting effective workshops, collaborating with colleagues and students, leading tutorials, creating impactful learning resources, and much more. Readers will gain valuable insights into building productive relationships with students and colleagues, understanding the wider institutional context, and charting their own professional development journey. Each chapter blends theoretical foundations with practical applications, providing the tools to make an immediate impact. This practical guide will be helpful for new and early career Learning Developers working with undergraduate and postgraduate students across higher education institutions. It is equally valuable for early career academics and university staff in student-facing roles who wish to enhance their practice.

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9781032991726

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""There are few books on teaching academic skills and even fewer on the field of Learning Development, but this is the only one with practical guidance deeply embedded in the unique context of this new profession. Just what new LDers have long needed"". Dr Helen Webster, University of Oxford, UK.

Author Information

Joy Igiebor is a Learning Development Tutor for Birkbeck Law School and the School of Creative Arts, Culture and Communication at Birkbeck, University of London, UK. She is an Advance HE Fellow, Fellow of the Association for Learning Development in Higher Education, and a qualified teacher.

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