OU WELS Praxis
@welspraxis.bsky.social
Open University Praxis Centre for Scholarship and Innovation bringing together academics from Wellbeing, Education and Language Studies (WELS) and Institute of Educational Technology (IET) to promote and support scholarship in teaching and learning.
🎥 Project leads share the stories and real-world impact behind their work in our new video series. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at the passion and purpose driving every project. Dive in and get inspired!
university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
@openuniversity.bsky.social @azumahcarol.bsky.social
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November 12, 2025 at 11:01 AM
🎥 Project leads share the stories and real-world impact behind their work in our new video series. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at the passion and purpose driving every project. Dive in and get inspired!
university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
@openuniversity.bsky.social @azumahcarol.bsky.social
university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
@openuniversity.bsky.social @azumahcarol.bsky.social
Praxis Hub lead, Lisa Bowers, contributes her expertise to the BBC show ‘Seeing into the Future’!
Presented by Chris McCausland it explores emerging tech enhancing life for those with different ability needs
📺 Sun 23rd Nov 8pm BBC Two
More on our website
university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
Presented by Chris McCausland it explores emerging tech enhancing life for those with different ability needs
📺 Sun 23rd Nov 8pm BBC Two
More on our website
university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
The Open University
We are pleased to share that our Praxis Immersive Technologies Hub leader, Lisa Bowers, contributed her expertise on the upcoming BBC programme Seeing into the Future.The programme offers viewers a…
university.open.ac.uk
November 11, 2025 at 9:41 AM
Praxis Hub lead, Lisa Bowers, contributes her expertise to the BBC show ‘Seeing into the Future’!
Presented by Chris McCausland it explores emerging tech enhancing life for those with different ability needs
📺 Sun 23rd Nov 8pm BBC Two
More on our website
university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
Presented by Chris McCausland it explores emerging tech enhancing life for those with different ability needs
📺 Sun 23rd Nov 8pm BBC Two
More on our website
university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
Our website's had a glow-up!
Dive in to explore fresh content:
📅 this year's events
🎬 new project videos,
🎓 Scholarship Hubs
✍️ latest blog posts
Let us know what you think!
university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
@openuniversity.bsky.social @azumahcarol.bsky.social
Dive in to explore fresh content:
📅 this year's events
🎬 new project videos,
🎓 Scholarship Hubs
✍️ latest blog posts
Let us know what you think!
university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
@openuniversity.bsky.social @azumahcarol.bsky.social
November 10, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Our website's had a glow-up!
Dive in to explore fresh content:
📅 this year's events
🎬 new project videos,
🎓 Scholarship Hubs
✍️ latest blog posts
Let us know what you think!
university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
@openuniversity.bsky.social @azumahcarol.bsky.social
Dive in to explore fresh content:
📅 this year's events
🎬 new project videos,
🎓 Scholarship Hubs
✍️ latest blog posts
Let us know what you think!
university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
@openuniversity.bsky.social @azumahcarol.bsky.social
Is your #HE Institute interested in collaborating on #SoTL with @azumahcarol.bsky.social and @openuniversity.bsky.social?
We are seeking a new international partner to co-host a series of stimulating online seminars! 🌍
Find out more on our website university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
We are seeking a new international partner to co-host a series of stimulating online seminars! 🌍
Find out more on our website university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
November 7, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Is your #HE Institute interested in collaborating on #SoTL with @azumahcarol.bsky.social and @openuniversity.bsky.social?
We are seeking a new international partner to co-host a series of stimulating online seminars! 🌍
Find out more on our website university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
We are seeking a new international partner to co-host a series of stimulating online seminars! 🌍
Find out more on our website university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
We are thrilled to share that @poppygibsonuk.bsky.social Praxis project has been published in an @timeshighered.bsky.social article.
Read the article here: www.timeshighereducation.com/campus/how-s...
@azumahcarol.bsky.social @openuniversity.bsky.social
Read the article here: www.timeshighereducation.com/campus/how-s...
@azumahcarol.bsky.social @openuniversity.bsky.social
How students really feel about collaborative tasks in online learning
Online learning often includes paired or group work, but research has found this can often provoke anxiety in students. Here’s how to listen to what they want and build the skill of collaboration
www.timeshighereducation.com
November 7, 2025 at 10:01 AM
We are thrilled to share that @poppygibsonuk.bsky.social Praxis project has been published in an @timeshighered.bsky.social article.
Read the article here: www.timeshighereducation.com/campus/how-s...
@azumahcarol.bsky.social @openuniversity.bsky.social
Read the article here: www.timeshighereducation.com/campus/how-s...
@azumahcarol.bsky.social @openuniversity.bsky.social
💡 How can we truly teach criticality?
Get ready for an insightful session: "Demystifying criticality: scoping the potential of an interactive writing tool" with Bob Hallawell and Deborah Cooper.
Come and explore the potential with us!
Register via our website university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
Get ready for an insightful session: "Demystifying criticality: scoping the potential of an interactive writing tool" with Bob Hallawell and Deborah Cooper.
Come and explore the potential with us!
Register via our website university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
November 5, 2025 at 10:06 AM
💡 How can we truly teach criticality?
Get ready for an insightful session: "Demystifying criticality: scoping the potential of an interactive writing tool" with Bob Hallawell and Deborah Cooper.
Come and explore the potential with us!
Register via our website university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
Get ready for an insightful session: "Demystifying criticality: scoping the potential of an interactive writing tool" with Bob Hallawell and Deborah Cooper.
Come and explore the potential with us!
Register via our website university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
New Praxis Podcast episode with @openuniversity.bsky.social's Liz Hardie, Kate Ritchie & Carol Edwards on using WhatsApp peer mentoring to boost connection, confidence & retention among law students. Hear why students preferred WhatsApp & tips for peer mentoring 👉 bit.ly/490AbKm #DigitalBelonging
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November 3, 2025 at 9:39 AM
New Praxis Podcast episode with @openuniversity.bsky.social's Liz Hardie, Kate Ritchie & Carol Edwards on using WhatsApp peer mentoring to boost connection, confidence & retention among law students. Hear why students preferred WhatsApp & tips for peer mentoring 👉 bit.ly/490AbKm #DigitalBelonging
⏰Final reminder for tomorrow's 'From Discord to Connection: Building Community Through Tech' - Join online Wed 22 Oct, 1-2pm to hear from @oliviakellyou.bsky.social about how Discord became a thriving space for academic support & peer connection for distance learners. Sign up here 👉 bit.ly/48mzpqT
October 21, 2025 at 11:17 AM
⏰Final reminder for tomorrow's 'From Discord to Connection: Building Community Through Tech' - Join online Wed 22 Oct, 1-2pm to hear from @oliviakellyou.bsky.social about how Discord became a thriving space for academic support & peer connection for distance learners. Sign up here 👉 bit.ly/48mzpqT
Reposted by OU WELS Praxis
The Open University is seeking a partnership to co.deliver a seminar series on all aspects of Pedagogic Research, Scholarship and Innivation.
Let me know if this appeals.
@Welspraxis.bsky.social
Let me know if this appeals.
@Welspraxis.bsky.social
October 20, 2025 at 1:10 PM
The Open University is seeking a partnership to co.deliver a seminar series on all aspects of Pedagogic Research, Scholarship and Innivation.
Let me know if this appeals.
@Welspraxis.bsky.social
Let me know if this appeals.
@Welspraxis.bsky.social
The Praxis October Project Call closes tomorrow, 15th October 2025!
If you're planning to submit, now is the time to finalise your application. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to secure #PraxisFunding
Find all the details on our intranet page openuniv.sharepoint.com/sites/intran...
If you're planning to submit, now is the time to finalise your application. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to secure #PraxisFunding
Find all the details on our intranet page openuniv.sharepoint.com/sites/intran...
October 14, 2025 at 9:40 AM
The Praxis October Project Call closes tomorrow, 15th October 2025!
If you're planning to submit, now is the time to finalise your application. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to secure #PraxisFunding
Find all the details on our intranet page openuniv.sharepoint.com/sites/intran...
If you're planning to submit, now is the time to finalise your application. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to secure #PraxisFunding
Find all the details on our intranet page openuniv.sharepoint.com/sites/intran...
From Discord to Connection: Building Community Through Tech- Join online Wed 22 Oct, 1-2pm to hear from @oliviakellyou.bsky.social how Discord became a thriving space for academic support & peer connection. Expect fresh ideas on engagement & community in distance education. Sign up 👉 bit.ly/48mzpqT
October 9, 2025 at 2:32 PM
From Discord to Connection: Building Community Through Tech- Join online Wed 22 Oct, 1-2pm to hear from @oliviakellyou.bsky.social how Discord became a thriving space for academic support & peer connection. Expect fresh ideas on engagement & community in distance education. Sign up 👉 bit.ly/48mzpqT
Autumn is in full swing, and so is our October Project call! There is only one week remaining to submit your #SoTL application. Find all the details on our intranet page openuniv.sharepoint.com/sites/intran...
October 8, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Autumn is in full swing, and so is our October Project call! There is only one week remaining to submit your #SoTL application. Find all the details on our intranet page openuniv.sharepoint.com/sites/intran...
It's publication day for a new podcast episode! This month we chat with Ximena Arias-Manzano, Dr Simon Penn & Charlotte Mason about a Praxis funded project using screencasts for student assignment feedback, with insights into the emotional & pedagogical impact. Listen here: bit.ly/4o5xZ8G
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October 6, 2025 at 8:27 AM
It's publication day for a new podcast episode! This month we chat with Ximena Arias-Manzano, Dr Simon Penn & Charlotte Mason about a Praxis funded project using screencasts for student assignment feedback, with insights into the emotional & pedagogical impact. Listen here: bit.ly/4o5xZ8G
Curious how students choose digital tools for group work? Join us tomorrow for our #ScholarshipMatters event with @poppygibsonuk.bsky.social for a deep dive into this fascinating topic. Register to attend via our website:
university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
September 23, 2025 at 11:45 AM
Curious how students choose digital tools for group work? Join us tomorrow for our #ScholarshipMatters event with @poppygibsonuk.bsky.social for a deep dive into this fascinating topic. Register to attend via our website:
university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
Still thinking about that #SoTL project idea? Join @azumahcarol.bsky.social at one of our pre-funding workshops on 23rd and 25th September and let’s turn your ideas into reality! Find the registration details on our Intranet page openuniv.sharepoint.com/sites/intran...
September 19, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Still thinking about that #SoTL project idea? Join @azumahcarol.bsky.social at one of our pre-funding workshops on 23rd and 25th September and let’s turn your ideas into reality! Find the registration details on our Intranet page openuniv.sharepoint.com/sites/intran...
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I’ve had an amazing couple of days at #TheInternationalNursingScienceAndPractice conference including presenting my research and chairing the event today 👍 such lovely delegates from all over the world too 💕 Thank you @welspraxis.bsky.social for the opportunity to attend 👍
September 16, 2025 at 4:15 PM
I’ve had an amazing couple of days at #TheInternationalNursingScienceAndPractice conference including presenting my research and chairing the event today 👍 such lovely delegates from all over the world too 💕 Thank you @welspraxis.bsky.social for the opportunity to attend 👍
Join us on 24th September for our first #ScholarshipMatters event ‘Students’ Digital Tool Choices in Group Work Collaboration’ with @poppygibsonuk.bsky.social
Further details and registration on our website: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
#OpenUniversity #SoTL
Further details and registration on our website: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
#OpenUniversity #SoTL
September 11, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Join us on 24th September for our first #ScholarshipMatters event ‘Students’ Digital Tool Choices in Group Work Collaboration’ with @poppygibsonuk.bsky.social
Further details and registration on our website: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
#OpenUniversity #SoTL
Further details and registration on our website: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
#OpenUniversity #SoTL
We're embracing meteorological autumn and the new semester by launching our October Project call! Are you ready to collaborate with us on a #SoTL project? Colleagues can find all the details on our Intranet page: openuniv.sharepoint.com/sites/intran...
#OpenUniversity
#OpenUniversity
September 10, 2025 at 8:17 AM
We're embracing meteorological autumn and the new semester by launching our October Project call! Are you ready to collaborate with us on a #SoTL project? Colleagues can find all the details on our Intranet page: openuniv.sharepoint.com/sites/intran...
#OpenUniversity
#OpenUniversity
What does Scholarship mean to you? We're continuing the conversation on its true value and impact with our #ScholarshipMatters event series running from Sept 25 - March 26. Check out our Events page for further details and registration: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
#SoTL #OpenUniversity
#SoTL #OpenUniversity
September 9, 2025 at 9:49 AM
What does Scholarship mean to you? We're continuing the conversation on its true value and impact with our #ScholarshipMatters event series running from Sept 25 - March 26. Check out our Events page for further details and registration: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
#SoTL #OpenUniversity
#SoTL #OpenUniversity
The next scholarship seminar in our series with Gothenburg University will discuss 'Teacher professionalism and teacher professional development'. It takes place on Wed 24th Sept from 14:00 - 15:30 on Teams. If you would like to attend, let us know in the replies to receive the Teams link.
September 8, 2025 at 3:03 PM
The next scholarship seminar in our series with Gothenburg University will discuss 'Teacher professionalism and teacher professional development'. It takes place on Wed 24th Sept from 14:00 - 15:30 on Teams. If you would like to attend, let us know in the replies to receive the Teams link.
After a short break in August, we've a new episode in our Praxis podcast series. This month @oliviakellyou.bsky.social interviews Prof Joan Simons about her recent Praxis project on how students with mental health conditions perceive tutor support. Grab a cuppa and have a listen here: bit.ly/464cOg1
September 1, 2025 at 9:09 AM
After a short break in August, we've a new episode in our Praxis podcast series. This month @oliviakellyou.bsky.social interviews Prof Joan Simons about her recent Praxis project on how students with mental health conditions perceive tutor support. Grab a cuppa and have a listen here: bit.ly/464cOg1
Reposted by OU WELS Praxis
@beranews.bsky.social @markrpriestley.bsky.social @cpaucl.bsky.social @timeshighered.bsky.social
@oulibrary.bsky.social @welspraxis.bsky.social @kathyhibbert.bsky.social @kathymchandler.bsky.social
Your ideas are welcome.
@oulibrary.bsky.social @welspraxis.bsky.social @kathyhibbert.bsky.social @kathymchandler.bsky.social
Your ideas are welcome.
Would you like to guest edit an issue of the BERA Curriculum Journal - we'd welcome your ideas. Especially ideas that fit our vison of a curriculum driven by:
a commitment to the ethical imagination, decolonization and anti-racist pedagogies
bera-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/hub/journal/...
a commitment to the ethical imagination, decolonization and anti-racist pedagogies
bera-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/hub/journal/...
The Curriculum Journal | BERA Journal | Wiley Online Library
The Curriculum Journal publishes research in the field of curriculum studies, including curriculum theory, curriculum-making practices, and issues relating to policy development.
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July 23, 2025 at 10:22 PM
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How is GenAI changing student assessment? Join Open University's @welspraxis.bsky.social ARIA hub for a discussion with Prof Kathleen Quinlan & Dr Dave Thomas on Culturally Sensitive Assessments in the Age of GenAI
Tues 30th September at 1-2:15pm. Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/culturally...
Tues 30th September at 1-2:15pm. Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/culturally...
Culturally Sensitive Assessments in an Age of GenAI
Join us for an interactive session from the editors of 'Culturally Sensitive Curricula Scales', presented by the OU Praxis ARIA Hub.
www.eventbrite.co.uk
August 8, 2025 at 1:57 PM
How is GenAI changing student assessment? Join Open University's @welspraxis.bsky.social ARIA hub for a discussion with Prof Kathleen Quinlan & Dr Dave Thomas on Culturally Sensitive Assessments in the Age of GenAI
Tues 30th September at 1-2:15pm. Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/culturally...
Tues 30th September at 1-2:15pm. Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/culturally...
It’s our Praxis Writing Retreat today. Workshops and time out to spend on Academic Writing.
July 14, 2025 at 10:57 AM
It’s our Praxis Writing Retreat today. Workshops and time out to spend on Academic Writing.
We’re thrilled to share that a paper co-authored by our Director of Praxis, Carol Azumah Dennis, has won the HERDSA Routledge Article of the Year Award 2024! Find out more on our website. @azumahcarol.bsky.social @openuniversity.bsky.social university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...
July 10, 2025 at 10:06 AM
We’re thrilled to share that a paper co-authored by our Director of Praxis, Carol Azumah Dennis, has won the HERDSA Routledge Article of the Year Award 2024! Find out more on our website. @azumahcarol.bsky.social @openuniversity.bsky.social university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...