Supporting Philosophy, Theology,
Please note that as of the 1st of August 2011 the Subject Centre for PRS entered a 5 month transition phase prior to its closure on the 31st of December 2011. Most pages on this website are no longer being updated, apart from resources from the last academic year's activities.
Summaries
Centres for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETLs)
Clare Saunders
HEFCE invitation to bid for funds - summary and advice.
Final Report of the Teaching Quality Enhancement Committee (TQEC)
George Macdonald Ross
Summary and comment on report which led to founding of Higher Education Academy.
Information on Quality and Standards in Higher Education (HEFCE 02/15)
George Macdonald Ross
Summary and comment on the report .
Philosophy in Higher Education Colloquium
George MacDonald Ross
Discussion on the role and future of philosophy.
George Macdonald Ross
Summary of recommendations on progress files, with advice and comment.
QAA External Review Process for Higher Education in England (QAA 019 03/02)
George Macdonald Ross
Summary and comment.
QAA Subject Review of Theology & Religious Studies, 2000-01
Mary Hayward
Summary of 34 TRS subject review reports with focus on common themes.
Philosophy Benchmark Statement
George Macdonald Ross
Summary and comment on the QAA Benchmark Statement for Philosophy.
Theology and Religious Studies Benchmark Statement
George Macdonald Ross
Summary and comment on the QAA Benchmark Statement for TRS.
George Macdonald Ross
Summary, comment and advice pertaining to benchmark statements.
Widening Participation in Higher Education in England
Bernhard Weiss
Summary of National Audit Office report, 2002 .
Danielle Lamb
A list of the services offered by the Joint Information Systems Committee (JISC).
Philosophy in Scottish Universities (Issues in Learning and Teaching) QAA Report 1995/96
Mary Hayward
Summary of QAA Reports for Philosophy in Scottish Universities 1995/6.
The Proposed Scottish System for Quality Assurance
George Macdonald Ross
Summary of and comment on the 2002 consultation document.
Mary Hayward
Summary and comment on the QAA reports on assessment of TRS in Scottish Universities.
The changing face of Philosophy in schools
Frances Shaw
Abstract for a session at the PRS conference 'A Level Above: Progression to Undergraduate Studies in Philosophy'.
Dr David Leal
Abstract for a session at the PRS conference 'A Level Above: Progression to Undergraduate Studies in Philosophy'.
Grace Robinson
Abstract for a session at the PRS conference 'A Level Above: Progression to Undergraduate Studies in Philosophy'.
Academic Skills for Philosophers - Easing the Transition to University Study
Dr Nick Jones
Abstract for a session at the PRS conference 'A Level Above: Progression to Undergraduate Studies in Philosophy'.
Good thinking habits: an Aristotelian approach to philosophy in education
Peter Worley
Abstract for a session at the PRS conference 'A Level Above: Progression to Undergraduate Studies in Philosophy'.
Easing the transition from spoon feeding to spoon feeding?
Anthony Seldon
Abstract for session at 'A level above?' conference.
Privatisation in Education - the Death of the Critical Philosopher?
Michael O'Hanlon
Abstract for a session at the PRS conference 'A Level Above: Progression to Undergraduate Studies in Philosophy'.
Progressing Thinking: New Perspectives on Teaching Philosophy
Miss Emma L Williams and Dr. John L Taylor
Abstract for a session at the PRS conference 'A Level Above: Progression to Undergraduate Studies in Philosophy'.
Making the connection: joined-up first courses in Philosophy
Dr. Matthew Carmody and Dr. Paul Sheehy
Abstract for a session at the PRS conference 'A Level Above: Progression to Undergraduate Studies in Philosophy'.
Wot U @ Uni 4? Student Conceptions of the Purpose of Higher Education
John Lippitt
Abstract for a session at the PRS conference 'A Level Above: Progression to Undergraduate Studies in Philosophy'.
Paul Reid-Bowen
Abstract for a session at the PRS conference 'A Level Above: Progression to Undergraduate Studies in Philosophy'.
The 14–19 diploma in humanities and social sciences
George MacDonald Ross
Abstract for a session at the PRS conference 'A Level Above: Progression to Undergraduate Studies in Philosophy'.
Developing Active and Autonomous Learning among Philosophy Students Proposers
Dr Keith Crome, Ms Ruth Farrar, Dr Patrick O'Connor
Abstract for a session at the PRS conference 'A Level Above: Progression to Undergraduate Studies in Philosophy'.
Inclusion of Ethnic Minorities in Philosophy A-Level at Sutton Coldfield College
Sally Wright
Abstract for a session at the PRS conference 'A Level Above: Progression to Undergraduate Studies in Philosophy'.
Mind the Gap: School, college, university
Bonnie VandeSteeg
Abstract for a session at the PRS conference 'A Level Above: Progression to Undergraduate Studies in Philosophy'.
Scotland The What, Who, When, Where and Why?
Scott Duncan
Abstract for a session at the PRS conference 'A Level Above: Progression to Undergraduate Studies in Philosophy'.
The Future of Higher Education - 2003 White Paper
George Macdonald Ross
Summary and comment on the 2003 government white paper on UK higher education strategy.
MaryCatherine Burgess
Spiritual journey board game as an educational tool for teaching spirituality in higher education
Aru Narayanasamy
Bernard Moss
Ian Delinger