Supporting Philosophy, Theology,
Religious Studies, History of Science and Philosophy of Science

10.3 Editorial

Blended Learning and Tuition in Religious Studies: An Open University Perspective

Stefanie Sinclair

This article explores issues that need to be taken into consideration when different forms of tuition (including online, face-to-face and telephone) are 'blended' within higher education. It focuses on the significant challenges and benefits of blended tuition approaches.

Midlands Philosophy Research Training Network

Mark Addis (Birmingham City University) and Helen Beebee (Birmingham University)

A report on a project to provide subject-specific post-graduate training.

Building on the 'Directed Community' Model: Projects and Prospects

Chiara Ambrosio and Catherine M. Jackson, Department of Science and Technology Studies, University College London

Chang and Jackson (2007) have shown that a diachronic directed undergraduate research community can produce research of publishable scholarly quality. The project described in this article builds directly on their radical innovations in teaching, learning and assessment in ways that demonstrate its replicability and improve its applicability and feasibility.

Yatra - Journey: Maintaining the Visceral While Going Virtual, the Development of Electronic Resources to Enhance Student Learning

Dominic Corrywright and Tom Cosgrove, Oxford Brookes University.

The paper describes the integration of on-campus and distance learning paper-based undergraduate programmes into a new virtually-resourced degree. At the same time the paper reflects on the evolution of electronic resources and the role of a study visit to enhance the student experience.

Education: Thinking the Possible, Challenging the Actual

Keith Crome and Ruth Farrar, Manchester Metropolitan University

Report on a project to present an 'event-focused' account of teaching.

Why do Philosophy in schools - and after?

John Foster

An article on what makes the study of philosophy particularly valuable.

The impact on Religious Studies teachers of emotionality in the HE classroom; a research in progress

Ann-Marie Gallagher and Frank J. Harrington, UCLan, Preston.

This article proposes a method whereby lecturers can use emotionality in the classroom to aid fruitful teaching.

Education as Philosophy, Philosophy as Education and the Concept of Practice: considerations of disciplinarity arising out of learning and teaching development work

Martin Gough

An article on the benefits of, and barriers to, using philosophy-oriented courses in programmes focusing on teaching, research and other aspects of practice at professional and higher education levels.

What's the Use of Lectures? - Forty Years on

George MacDonald Ross, University of Leeds

This article presents a critique of lectures as a teaching method in modern universities.

Does Religious Studies Work? Employability and Experiential Learning

Denise Cush and Catherine Robinson

This article focuses on the use of fieldwork in Religious Studies.

What is Theology and Religious Studies for?

Dr Adam Dinham, Faiths & Civil Society Unit, Goldsmiths, University of London

Paper based on the TRS keynote speech for the Foundations for the Future conference.

Learning through Research: Students as Participant Observers of Religion/s

Anja Finger, Religious Studies, University of Aberdeen

This article examines the first field-work experiences of 17 third-year undergraduate students in Religious Studies at a Scottish university.

The student learning experience in religious studies field visits and study tours: managing expectations and outcomes

Stephen E. Gregg and Lynne Scholefield

Report on a project designed to explore, highlight and share good practice in the use of tutor led field visits and study tours.