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Karen Hudson

Areas of Expertise

Academic Literacies | Academic Reading | Academic Writing | Digital Literacies | Inclusive Teaching | Induction, Transition and First Year Experience | Information Literacy | Numerical Literacy (Maths and Stats) | Study Skills

Biography

Karen is the Learning Development Lecturer for the Nursing Division at the University of Essex, where she has worked since 2013. Prior to that, she held roles in the FE and Adult Community Learning sectors, working alongside learners from a diverse range of backgrounds with a very wide range of academic support needs. She holds a PGCE (Learning and Skills), Qualified Teacher (Learning and Skills) status, and an MA in Education with e-learning. She is also a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and an ALDinHE Certified Practitioner.

 

How can I help learning developers?

I have worked within the Nursing Division at the University of Essex for over 10 years, supporting both students and subject lecturers with the teaching and learning of academic practices and clinical numeracy. During this time, I have developed specific expertise in academic integrity and in supporting students with maths anxiety. I am currently the Academic Offences Lead for the School of Health and Social Care and also sit on a University-wide working group to develop our policy and practice in relation to managing academic misconduct and in fostering a shared culture of academic integrity. Additionally, I am also on the assessor panel for AFHEA and FHEA applications, which has given me a sound understanding of the UKPSF and how to evidence these in accreditation applications.

Last modified: 25/07/2023