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Collective Diary 15 December 2023
On the 15th of each month, we are inviting those working in the field of learning development to share their day. Write up what you have done on the 15th of the month (or your nearest working day to this date) (plus reflections) and share it with us via this short submission form. The entries will be shared here on the ALDinHE blog. In 2010-11 and 2014-15, the ALDinHE website was previously used for a collective online journal by members of the LD community. The collective journal re-launched on the 15 May 2023. You can read the journal entries for each month. The shared experiences …

What’s on this month in ALDinHE – December 2023
Submit a proposal for the ALDinHE 2024 Learning Development Conference. Visit the ALDcon24 website for more information. If you haven’t presented at the ALDinHE conference before, you can request a mentor to guide you through the submission process. Deadline to request a mentor is today: 1st December 2023 at 5pm Deadline for submissions: 15th January 2024 at 5pm Share your experiences and thoughts for ALDinHE’s new training and development project for Learning Developers. Complete the online survey Deadline for submissions is today: 1st December 2023 at 5pm Plan your calendar for 2024! Upcoming online events (free) available to book now for 2024: 10th January 2024 17.30 …

How to be a Learning Developer in Higher Education: Critical Perspectives, Community and Practice
We’re delighted to announce the forthcoming publication of How to be a Learning Developer in Higher Education: Critical Perspectives, Community and Practice at the end of November. So many talented people have been involved in bringing it to life, we can’t wait to see it in print! To whet your appetite, we’ve asked some of our fabulous authors to give you a taste of what you can expect from their chapters. Watch out for these over the next couple of weeks and let us know what you think – our hashtag on social media is #How2BeLDbook. First, find out what you can …

What’s on this month in ALDinHE – November 2023
Join our Professional Recognition Writing Retreat 15th November 2023 1pm – 3pm (online) Book a free place. Booking closes: 14th November at 5pm Make this the month you start on your CeP / CeLP application Applications for CeP and CeLP are open all year round. Read more about professional accreditation on our website. Reflect on your day. Contribute to ALDinHE’s collective diary on the 15th of the month (or your nearest working day) Transition Skills for University 29th November 2023 10am – 12.30pm (online) Regional event hosted by Queen’s University Belfast Book a ticket: Free to members and £25 for non-members Booking closes: 22nd November at 5pm …

ALDinHE Project: Training and Development for Learning Developers
Hello LDHEN, The ALDinHE Steering Group are launching a new project related to training and development for Learning Developers. To inform the direction and outcomes of the project we would really like to hear from all Learning Developers about their experiences of training and development and their future needs. We use the term “Learning Developers” to include all colleagues who work within the realm of learning development and are likely to have a myriad of job titles (you know who you are!) To this end, we have created an online survey where you can share your experiences and thoughts. The survey is …
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Professional Recognition Writing Retreat – 15 November 2023 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
The writing retreat can offer you the opportunity to ask questions regarding your application and offer you time to write and reflect on your application. The writing retreat can also offer the opportunity to peer mark colleagues’ applications gaining useful feedback. The recognition scheme is open for applications all year round. Join us on a writing retreat to progress your Certified Practitioner (CeP) and Certified Leading Practitioner (CeLP) award. The CeP and CeLP awards promote Learning Development as a profession in its own right. Successful applicants receive formal recognition of their specialist knowledge and practice. This demonstrates expertise to both …
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Enhancing the academic journey: Attainment and retention
Presented by Kate Swinton, Lorraine-Marie James and Gillian Siddall (University of Northampton) at 3pm (UK time) today – Tues 24th October 2023. Kate, Lorraine-Marie and Gillian will reflect on how the Academic Librarian and Learning Development teams working together enhances the student experience and quality of delivery, as well as the collaboration between and across teams. Tues 24th October 2023 15:00 – 16:00 Title: Enhancing the Academic Journey: Attainment and retention Presenters: Kate Swinton, Lorraine-Marie James, Gillian Siddall – Library & Learning Services, University of Northampton Book your place via the ALDinHE Events Calendar. Meeting the academic needs of the ever-changing study body is key to a student’s attainment and …
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