Cohort 1: Tuesday 8 October 2024, 9:30-12:30
Cohort 2: Tuesday 10 December 2024, 9:30-12:30

Building a community of practice with digital enablers

We will delve into the transformative power of digital tools in education, exploring their relevance to the teaching and learning experience. Together, we'll examine various platforms such as Mural and Microsoft 365 that enhance educational delivery and foster collaborative learning environments within our developing community of practice.

Cohort 1: Thursday 24 October, 9:30-12:30
Cohort 2: Tuesday 14th January, 9:30-12:30

Learning theories and instructional design

We will explore the fundamental theories of behaviourism, constructivism, and cognitivism in education. You will gain practical insights into how these theories shape curriculum design and instructional methods. You’ll analyse and apply various instructional design models such as ADDIE model and The Double Diamond to optimize your teaching strategies and create dynamic learning experiences.

Cohort 1: Thursday 7 November, 9:30-12:30
Cohort 2: Thursday 30 January, 9:30-12:30

Effective learning environments

Gain deeper insights into essential considerations such as accessibility, neurodiversity, interprofessional education, and psychological safety, forming a framework for establishing supportive educational environments. You will explore practical strategies to effectively address diverse learner needs and cultivate inclusive learning environments during our discussions.

Cohort 1: Tuesday 19 November, 9:30-12:30
Cohort 2: Thursday 13 February, 9:30-12:30

Interpersonal communication skills

We will explore interpersonal communication skills crucial for educators, examining the styles, contextual applications, and impacts on oneself and others. Key elements covered include emotional intelligence, mentorship skills, negotiation techniques, and the effective use of the radical candor feedback framework.

Cohort 1: Thursday 5 December, 9:30-12:30
Cohort 2: Tuesday 4 March, 9:30-12:30

Leadership. We will explore your unique leadership style using the Merrill and Reid social styles model, gaining insights to enhance your impact. You’ll learn key concepts for effective leadership and consider practical strategies to cultivate these skills, to navigate change within an educational context.

Cohort 1: Thursday 9 January, 9:30-12:30
Cohort 2: Thursday 20 March, 9:30-12:30

Project management, analytics and finance

Find out about project management methodologies crucial for healthcare settings. Gain practical skills to efficiently plan, execute, and monitor projects. Learn how to use healthcare analytics for data-driven decision-making and take away tips for business case development. Consider essential financial principles to confidently navigate clinical education budgeting and resource allocation.

Cohort 1: Tuesday 28 January, 9:30-12:30
Cohort 2: Thursday 10 April, 9:30-12:30

System thinking and leading change

You will delve into system thinking methodologies, such as Peter Senge's "The Fifth Discipline," to gain insights into how different components of the system interact and influence each other. Additionally, we'll apply the "Water of Systems Change" framework to explore how shifting conditions at various levels can lead to sustainable, systemic change. Learn practical strategies for leading change, including Kotter's 8-Step Change Model.

Cohort 1: Tuesday 11 February 9:30-12:30
Cohort 2: Tuesday 29 April, 9:30-12:30

Celebrating learning and progress

By celebrating achievements we encourage the group to reflect on their development collaboratively and as individuals. Reflection and celebration helps everyone value a learning culture and keeps progress and achievements visible.