Teaching Innovation Projects Scheme - Keele University
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Teaching Innovation Projects Scheme

Call for applications now open!

Applications for funding of up to a maximum of £5000 per project for 2013 - 14 to develop and evaluate teaching and learning innovations are now open.

Full details of the Scheme and the application process can be found on the three documents available to download here. 

For further information please contact lpdc@keele.ac.uk


Teaching Innovation Projects Scheme Information Session

Wednesday, 6th February 2013, 12.00pm- 1.00pm (Room One, 59 The Covert)

If you are interested in bidding for a small grant of up to £5000 to support teaching developments in 2013-14 this session will provide you with information on the application and assessment process. It will also present summary feedback and advice from past and current award holders. LPDC staff will be available to discuss and support you with the technical requirements and other support needs for any ideas you may have. To register, please email lpdc@keele.ac.uk


Below are previous projects funded through the Teaching Innovation Projects Scheme

Projects Funded Round 11 (2012/13)

Projects Funded Round 10 (2011/12)

  • Project Title: Online Lab Diaries Facilitating Continuous Formative Assessment and Feedback in the Biosciences

    Project Leader(s): David Watson and Gillian Knight

  • Project Title: Development and Evaluation of a System to Enable Pharmacy Students to Experience Otherwise Prohibited and Inaccessible Environments

    Project Leader(s): Zaynab Nejadhamzeeigilani, Luke Bracegirdle and Larry Gifford

  • Project Title: The Use of Online Tutorials to Support and Improve Students’ Statistical Analysis Abilities in Psychology

    Project Leader(s): Chris Stiff and Pete Lonsdale

  • Project Title: Using Chat Facilities for Teaching Literature

    Project Leader(s): James Peacock

  • Project Title: Graduate Attributes and Application in Sociology and Criminology

    Project Leader(s): Rebecca Leach and Helen Wells (Project Cancelled)

Projects Funded Round 9 (2010/11)

  • Project Title: Promoting the Internationalisation of Teaching and Learning: An Action Research Project

    Project Leader(s): Emee Vida Estacio

  • Project Title: Progressive Development of Assessments through the Curriculum

    Project Leader(s): Peter Knight

  • Project Title: Chemical Bonding (A Buddying Scheme between Key Stag 5 Chemistry Teachers and Keele University Teaching Staff)

    Project Leader(s): Kylie Cross, Jo Flynn and Katherine Haxton

  • Project Title: Enriching the Overall Student Learning Experience: The Use of Projects

    Project Leader(s): Shailesh Naire

  • Project Title: 'RealKeele': Developing Authentic and Inclusive eResources to Aid Student Transition to Higher Education

    Project Leader(s): Jenny Smith

  • Project Title: MIS:TIQUE II Mobility Impaired Students: Teaching in Quite Unsuitable Environments. Multi-scale Geological Outcrop Visualisation for Mobility Imparied Students

    Project Leader(s): Ian Stimpson

Projects Funded Round 8 (2009/10)

  • Project Title: Using Dynamic Digital Maps and Real Rocks to Enhance Student Engagement in Petrology

    Project Leader(s): Ralph Gertisser and Brian O'Driscoll

  • Project Title: Face-to-face Assessment of Laboratory Practicals. A Return to Basics?

    Project Leader(s): Richard Jones

  • Project Title: Music in the Community: Workplace and Outreach

    Project Leader(s): Barbara Kelly, Nick Reyland and Mike Vaughan

Projects Funded Round 7 (2008/09)

  • Project Title: MIS:TIQUE - Mobility Impaired Students: Teaching in Quite Unsuitable Environments

    Project Leader(s): Ralf Gertisser, Michael Montenari, Brian O'Driscoll and Ian Stimpson

  • Project Title: Improving Student Writing through Understanding of Assessment Criteria

    Project Leader(s): Jonathan Parker and Jon Herbert

  • Project Title: Resource Development for a Reflective Learning Module for the New Degree Structure

    Project Leader(s): Matthew Wyman, Jenny Smith and Georgina Spencer

  • Project Title: Developing Placement Opportunities on a Non-vocational Degree Programme at Keele: A Pilot Project

    Project Leader(s): Matthew Wyman and Caroline Merritt

  • Project Title: Promoting Research-induced Teaching through Problem-based Learning in an Environmental Science Experimental Field Observatory

    Project Leader(s): Stefan Krause and Zoe Robinson

Projects Funded Round 6 (2007/08)

  • Project Title: Interactive Visual Workspace

    Project Leader(s): Stephens and Nte

  • Project Title: Project Zero

    Project Leader(s): Diego Garro

  • Project Title: Electric Metrics

    Project Leader(s): Anna Barton and Sharn Rustin

  • Project Title: Virtual Court Office

    Project Leader(s): Mark Davys

Projects Funded Round 5 (2004/05)

  • Project Title: Geowall: A 3D Visualisation System for Classroom Use

    Project Leader(s): Ian Stimpson

  • Project Title: Evaluation of a 2 year Pilot of New Programme: Early Experience

    Project Leader(s): L.Lovatt and J.Rock (Project Cancelled)

  • Project Title: A Retrospective Analysis of Student Evaluations for a Compulsory Second Level Methodology Module in Psychology

    Project Leader(s): Mark Trueman

  • Project Title: Development of an Interactive Quiz Bank for Undergraduate Medical Student Studying Musculoskeletal Medicine

    Project Leader(s): Vivekananda-Schmidt

  • Project Title: Portal to Encourage Students to Review their Styles in Writing Essays and Technical Report

    Project Leader(s): Mike Brough

  • Project Title: Divace Solo Digital Video and Audio Software Platform: Materials Development and System Networking

    Project Leader(s): Robin Bell (Project Cancelled)

Projects Funded Round 4 (2003/04)

  • Project Title: Introduction of an Interactive Whiteboard into SOLCCA

    Project Leader(s): Victoria Door

  • Project Title: Flexible Curriculum and Self Assessment

    Project Leader(s): Colin Melville

  • Project Title: An Interactive Whiteboard and Flat Screen Monitor for the Physiotherapy Studies Lecture Theatre

    Project Leader(s): Carole Davies and David Pandyan

Projects Funded Round 3 (2002/03)

  • Project Title: Developing an Academic Literacy Module for Undergraduate Students (CSP)

    Project Leader(s): Ken Jones and Farzana Shain

  • Project Title: A Prototype Electronic Portal for Report and Essay Writing

    Project Leader(s): Mike Brough, Susan Bruce and Paul Collis (Cancelled Project)

  • Project Title: Training Programme for Support Workers

    Project Leader(s): Toni Middling

  • Project Title: Web Support for MUS-232, Creative Applications of Digital Media

    Project Leader(s): Diego Garro

Projects Funded Round 2 (2001/02)

  • Project Title: Assessed Essay Feedback

    Project Leader(s): Stephen Mills

  • Project Title: Humanities Research Training

    Project Leader(s): Barbara Kelly

Projects Funded Round 1 (2000/01)