HERDSA Notices 21 February 2018

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* HERDSA President Call for Nominations
* Higher Education Research & Development, Vol. 37 No. 2 is now available online
* World Federation of Colleges and Polytechnics (WFCP) 2018 World Congress Call for Speaker Proposals extended until 28 February
* Invitation to participate in a Survey on formative feedback for teaching development
* Director, Learning Transformations, Office of the PVC (Learning Transformations), Western Sydney University
* Work-integrated learning in Science
* Higher Education in the Headlines

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HERDSA President Call for Nominations
Nominations due March 5th

Nominations for the position of HERDSA President are now open. The position of HERDSA President requires a three year commitment. For the first year, beginning at the 2018 conference in July, the successful candidate serves as President-elect. This one-year position enables the full induction of the incoming president into the current practices and systems of the Society before the full role of President is assumed at the conclusion of the 2019 conference. 

The President of HERDSA is an important voluntary role which has major responsibility for governance of the Society and effective leadership of the Executive Committee. The role includes strategic guidance of the various Executive portfolios (Secretariat, Publications, Professional Learning, Networks), chairing of Executive meetings and oversight of the various society activities. The President represents HERDSA at international and national forums and liaises with senior leaders. The nurturing of collaborative alliances with government authorities and other higher education societies forms a further part of the role. 

HERDSA is seeking an individual who has a strong association with the Society, experience in leadership and effective communication skills. An understanding of higher education and its development is an advantage. Sponsorship from the candidate’s institution is recommended, as the position requires considerable time commitment and requires a dedicated leader who takes strong responsibility for the role. Potential candidates are welcome to speak with the current President Dr Allan Goody [agoody56@gmail.com].

The nominee, proposer and seconder must be HERDSA members.

If more than one nomination is received, an election will be held.

The current President Dr Allan Goody is not eligible to serve another term as President.

The Nomination Form can be requested from HERDSA by emailing office@herdsa.org.au

Nominations should be in the following format.

• Name, Email and signature of Nominee
• Name, Email and signature of Proposer
• Name, Email and signature of Seconder

The nominee should also provide a single page statement outlining: 

• Name, role and institutional affiliation
• Short biography (100 words maximum)
• Personal statement 

Please forward to office@herdsa.org.au by March 5, 2018

Further information office@herdsa.org.au

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Higher Education Research & Development, Vol. 37 No. 2 is now available online

Higher Education Research & Development, Vol. 37 No. 2 is now available from the HERDSA website at http://herdsa.org.au/higher-education-research-development-vol-37-no-2

Free online access is available to HERDSA members through your member dashboard.

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World Federation of Colleges and Polytechnics (WFCP) 2018 World Congress Call for Speaker Proposals extended until 28 February
28 February 2018

The World Federation of Colleges and Polytechnics (WFCP) 2018 World Congress Call for Speaker Proposals has been extended until 28 February.

The Congress will be held in Melbourne, Australia from 8-10 October 2018 and is expected to attract over 700 delegates. The 2018 Congress theme, Preparing for the Skills Future, Now will make a difference to the outcomes of millions of vocational and professional students world-wide.

Leaders and practitioners from around the world of Professional and Technical Education and Training, including international experts, institute leaders, board members, senior managers, emerging leaders, teaching staff, business development managers, policymakers, government officials, researchers, and industry representatives are invited to submit a speaker proposal. Proposals must be received by 28 February 2018.

Visit www.wfcp2018.com.au for further information or to add yourself to the database to receive Congress e-newsletters and updates.
Ultra Early Bird registration discounts close on July 4, 2018.

Further information www.wfcp2018.com.au

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Invitation to participate in a Survey on formative feedback for teaching development
March 9, 2018 deadline

Dear HERDSA Colleagues:

You are invited to participate in a survey to identify and document formative feedback for teaching development strategies and techniques in higher education. 

For the purpose of this research, formative feedback is defined as an intentional, voluntary, developmental strategy for instructors to receive feedback about their teaching with the goals to better understanding and improving student learning. The focus of this research will fill a much-needed gap in knowledge about the activities and scope of this educational development practice.

The University of Calgary Research Ethics Board has approved this research: Certificate REB17-1690.

Your participation is voluntary and should take approximately 30 minutes to complete. Your responses will be anonymous and confidentiality will be maintained.

By completing this survey you will be contributing to the sharing of educational development resources, and examples of formative feedback processes in higher education.

The survey will remain open until March 9, 2018.

To participate in the survey, please click on the link: https://ucalgary.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6FoAmH1qOamyTpr

Further information http://www.ucalgary.ca/taylorinstitute/formative-feedback-teaching-devel...

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Director, Learning Transformations, Office of the PVC (Learning Transformations), Western Sydney University
Closing Date: 11 March 2018

Penrith Campus
Full Time, Ongoing position

Are you an exceptional academic leader with ideas and expertise in innovative research-led academic development and strategic large-scale curriculum renewal?

We are seeking a Director with the vision and research-based expertise to lead a highly strategic and influential team of curriculum change experts. The Director works closely with the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Learning Transformation) to support the University’s 21st Century curriculum transformation agenda, which will realise new pedagogical synergies between education, research, industry and our communities. We are seeking an ambitious individual with demonstrated collaborative leadership expertise and a flair for innovation and strategic thinking.

The role offers a leadership career trajectory in a vibrant young university, as a member of an energetic and creative scholarly team with strong executive leadership and a collaborative approach to research-led educational innovation. To learn more about the role, please review the Position Description.

Remuneration Package: Director, Academic Level D $168,168 to $184,705 per annum (comprising Salary $142,491 to $156,625, 17% Superannuation and Leave Loading.

Position enquiries: Professor Simon Barrie, Pro Vice Chancellor (Learning Transformation) on (02) 9685 9658 or email s.barrie@westernsydney.edu.au

Further information http://goo.gl/o421Kk

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Work-integrated learning in Science

The Successful WIL project team invite your feedback on the WIL Guide for Science: http://www.acds-tlcc.edu.au/wil-guide-for-science/

The WIL Guide for Science provides an introduction to work-integrated learning and brings together tools and guidelines for designing and delivering effective WIL in Science. It is designed to help science faculty members implement WIL in science courses, by drawing upon lessons and expertise from other disciplines in which WIL is more common-place.

We welcome your feedback on content and suggestions for additional resources!

Further information Please direct questions or feedback to: trina.j@deakin.edu.au

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Higher Education in the Headlines

China stokes fears in veiled threat | SIAN POWELL  | Australian Higher Education | 21 February, 2018
Chinese warnings against the ‘dangers’ of studying in Australia have prompted a response from Simon Birmingham.
https://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/china-pressures-austra...

The Sex Study That Could Alter Our Understanding of Campus Assault | Marc Parry | Chronicle of Higher Education | 16 February, 2018
Can the college experience be re-engineered to reduce sexual violence? Researchers at Columbia University are observing undergraduates’ social lives to find out.
https://www.chronicle.com/article/The-Sex-Study-That-Could-Alter/242484

University leaders push for Europe-wide excellence initiative | Ellie Bothwell | Times Higher Education | 15 February, 2018
Additional support for institutions could be co-funded by national governments and the European Union, say rectors 
https://www.timeshighereducation.com/news/university-leaders-push-europe...