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SUMMARY:Beyond Engineering Maths: teaching mathematics and statistics to engineers in the 21st century
DESCRIPTION:Free sigma Workshop \nBeyond Engineering Mathematics:  Teaching Mathematics and Statistics to Engineers in the 21st Century \n13 July 2017\, Loughborough University \nThe engineering profession has undergone huge changes in the last 30 years\, including a greater emphasis on working with data and with software.  However\, the teaching of mathematics and statistics to engineers has remained quite traditional. \nThis meeting is aimed at those teaching engineers in higher education whether in a frontline or support context.  The goals for this meeting are: \n·         To understand the changing landscape for engineering mathematics and statistics \n·         To suggest ways forward for improving materials to support the teaching and learning of mathematics and statistics of importance in 21st century engineering. \nTentative Schedule: \n9:00 Coffee and Registration \n9:30 Introductions and Welcome\, Dr. Eugenie Hunsicker\, Service Teaching Coordinator\, Loughborough University \n9:40 Keynote talk:  “Creative Convergence”\, Tim Davis\, CStat\, CEng\, FIMechE\, Honorary Professor in Department of Statistics at Warwick University\, Chief Analytics Officer at We Predict Ltd. \n10:40 Coffee break \n11:00 Three short talks on innovations in engineering teaching \n12:30 Lunch \n1:30 Past\, present and future resources:  David Green\, Alun Owen\, and Eugenie Hunsicker \n2:00 Panel Discussion with working engineers and engineering academics:  What mathematics and statistics knowledge and skills are needed for 21st century engineering? \n3:00 Coffee and breakout discussion (writing on large sheets of paper) \n3:45 Feedback from breakout session \n4:00 Close \nFor those working towards HEA Fellowship\, attendance at and engagement with this event\, and reflection on its implications for practice\, could help to provide evidence towards elements of the UK Professional Standards Framework: A1\, A4\, A5\, K1\, K2\, K6\, V1\, V3\, V4. \nIf you would like to attend please register interest by emailing Nicola Timson\, N.A.Timson@lboro.ac.uk.
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/beyond-engineering-maths-teaching-mathematics-and-statistics-to-engineers-in-the-21st-century/
LOCATION:Loughborough University
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170831T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170831T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231528
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Numbas
DESCRIPTION:Free sigma workshop: Introduction to Numbas\nHosted by the Mathematics Resource Centre\, University of Bath on Thursday 31st August\, 10:30-16:30. \nOverview\nNumbas is a free and open source platform for authoring of mathematical questions. Features include: \n\nrandomised content\nLaTeX rendering of mathematical notation while you type\ninstant feedback to students on tests\nregeneration of randomised practice questions for students\n\nAims\nThis event will provide: \n\na hands-on introduction to Numbas\, including logging on to the mathcentre editor\, selecting questions to make tests\, and writing your own questions.\na resource swap shop. Opportunity for all delegates to share information on a resource they use.\ninformation about using Numbas to fill the gaps in mathcentre.\n\nThe workshop will be primarily led by Christian Lawson-Perfect (e-Learning Officer\, School of Mathematics and Statistics\, Newcastle University). \nSchedule\n\n\n\n10:30\nArrival and refreshments\n\n\n11:00\nNumbas Part 1\n\n\n12:45\nResource swap shop\n\n\n13:15\nLunch and networking\n\n\n14:00\nNumbas Part 2\n\n\n15:45\nmathcentre: filling the gaps using Numbas\n\n\n16:30\nDeparture\n\n\n\n\nFurther information\nFor further information\, including travel\, refreshments\, computing requirements\, access and contact information please download the full information document. \nRegistration\nFor those working towards HEA Fellowship\, attendance at and engagement with this event\, and reflection on its implications for practice\, could help to provide evidence towards elements of the UK Professional Standards Framework: A1\, A3\, A5\, K2\, K4\, V1 \nPlease register at: https://goo.gl/forms/ZexiAlZAOonxajhx1
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/introduction-to-numbas/
LOCATION:University of Bath
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170911T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170911T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231528
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SUMMARY:New Tutor Training at Greenwich
DESCRIPTION:The staff of the Maths Support Centre at the University of Greenwich are running a training event for their new PhD students who will be providing maths support in the coming academic year. \nThe event runs from 12.00 to 16.30 (approx) on Monday 11th September 2017. Other universities who also use postgrad students to provide maths support are welcome to send them along to join in this training. However\, places are limited. \nPlease contact Tony Mann\, Director of Greenwich Maths Centre\, if you are interested:  a.mann@gre.ac.uk
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/new-tutor-training-at-greenwich/
LOCATION:University of Greenwich
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171006T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171006T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231528
CREATED:20171006T210747Z
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SUMMARY:New tutor training at Cardiff
DESCRIPTION:Will your maths support centre be employing new tutors this year? For example\, postgrad students or academic staff who are new to the practice of maths support in HE? \nThe sigma Network is offering a FREE one-day training workshop for new maths support tutors on Friday 6th October 2017\, at Cardiff University\, School of Mathematics (10.30am – 3.30pm: Buffet lunch will be included). Anyone interested in attending\, please contact me directly on wilsonrh@cardiff.ac.uk (do not reply to list) noting any special dietary requirements. \nRob Wilson\nCardiff University\nSchool of Mathematics
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/new-tutor-training-at-cardiff/
LOCATION:Cardiff University
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180216T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180216T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231528
CREATED:20180216T211037Z
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SUMMARY:Employability development for HE mathematics and statistics
DESCRIPTION:Workshop at Sheffield Hallam University\, Friday 16th February 2018 from 10am-4pm. \n  \nAll stakeholders in Higher Education are increasingly aware of the importance attached to the additional skills students should be gaining at university\, over and above their course-specific skills. Students are concerned that courses will provide them with the full range of skills necessary to successfully gain graduate level employment. This presents challenges for those involved with maths and stats support and for those designing curricula for mathematics and related subjects. These include how to prepare students for graduate numeracy testing\, how to develop careers awareness and career management skills and how to develop skills through alternative approaches to learning\, teaching and assessment. \n  \nA guide to employability and a collection of case studies on this theme have been prepared by the sigma Network Employability Special Interest Group and published as a booklet Employability development for HE mathematics and statistics. This launch event for the booklet will feature talks by several of the case study authors. \n  \nAttendance is free. To register to attend\, please email Peter Rowlett p.rowlett@shu.ac.uk stating any dietary or access requirements. \n  \nSchedule: \n10:00 Arrival and registration. \n10:30 ‘Employability in the HE mathematics curriculum’\, Jeff Waldock (Sheffield Hallam University). \n11:15 ‘Refresh Your Maths’\, Julia Paci (University of Exeter). \n11:45 ‘Valuing and fostering communication skills: a dispersed approach’\, Carol Calvert (Open University). \n12:15 Lunch. \n13:15 ‘Developing employability for engineering students’\, Jonathan Cole (Queen’s University Belfast). \n13:45 ‘A Placement Learning Programme for Mathematics’\, Dafydd Evans (Cardiff University). \n14:15 Break. \n14:45 ‘Employability sessions for Mathematics students’\, Karen Henderson (University of the West of England\, UWE Bristol). \n15:15 ‘Skills development through group projects in mathematics’\, Peter Rowlett (Sheffield Hallam University). \n15:45 Closing remarks. \n16:00 Close. \nThis workshop is supported by the sigma Network through its Employability Special Interest Group.
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/employability-development-for-he-mathematics-and-statistics/
LOCATION:Sheffield Hallam University
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180326T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180326T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231528
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SUMMARY:Accessibility SIG resource working day 1
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Eureka Centre For Mathematical Confidence\, Loughborough University on Monday 26th March\, 9:30-16:00 \nCall for participants\nThe sigma Network Accessibility Special Interest Group aims to produce two sets of guidance resources on accessibility in a mathematics support context. The first set will be for mathematics and statistics support tutors and the second for those running mathematics support centres. We are looking for participants with relevant experience and expertise to help develop these resources\, starting with a working day in Loughborough on Monday 26th March. \nShare your experience and expertise\nWe are looking for participants with experience of or expertise in one or more of the following areas in a mathematics/statistics learning and teaching context: \n\nMathematics/statistics anxiety\nDyslexia\nDyscalculia\nAutistic Spectrum Conditions\nMathematics without pen and paper\nVisual impairment\nSupporting mature students\nSupporting students with English as a second language\nSupporting students with vocational entry qualifications in a selective context\n\nWe are also looking for participants with experience of or expertise in: \n\nSelecting and using assistive technology in a mathematical/statistical context\nDesigning accessible mathematics support spaces\n\nResource production process\nRoughly filled templates will be distributed prior to the working day. At the working day we aim to produce drafts and specific actions to continue the work beyond the day. Further working days may follow this one\, depending on the progress made. The resources will be trialled in several mathematics support centres and then improved as necessary. \nWhat participants might gain\nThis is an opportunity to work with colleagues who have similar research and development interests. For those working towards HEA Fellowship\, participating in this process could help to provide evidence towards elements of the UK Professional Standards Framework. Finally\, participants who take an active role in the process will be the listed authors/reviewers of the resources and will be offered co-authorship of any resulting publications. \nExpressions of interest invited\nTo express interest in taking part in this process and in attending the working day on Monday 26th March please email Emma Cliffe\, E.H.Cliffe@bath.ac.uk and Clare Trott\, C.Trott@lboro.ac.uk with a short summary of your area(s) of experience and expertise. Please note\, you do not need to be a sigma member to participate. \nCosts\nRefreshments will be provided at the working day. We have a limited budget to support this work and we hope that in most cases participants’ institutions will be able to fund their travel. We may be able to provide limited subsidy of travel expenses for those with key expertise who would like to contribute but whose institution is unable to assist with travel costs. Please state if you would need this support in your email\, the likely costs and the key expertise you are able to offer. \nDraft schedule\n\n\n\n9.30-10.00\nArrival with tea/coffee\n\n\n10.00-10.30\nIntroduction to the SIG and the leaflets\n\n\n10.30-11.15\nGenerating ideas\n\n\n11.15-11.35\nCoffee/tea\n\n\n11.35-12.30\nWriting\n\n\n12.30-1.30\nLunch\n\n\n1.30-2.45\nWriting\n\n\n2.45-3.05\nTea/coffee\n\n\n3.05 – 4.00\nFinalising leaflets
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/accessibility-sig-resource-working-day-1/
LOCATION:Eureka Centre For Mathematical Confidence Schofield Building. Loughborough University\, Loughborough\, LE11 3TU United Kingdom + Google Map
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180417T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180417T160000
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SUMMARY:Measuring the impact of Mathematics Support
DESCRIPTION:There will be a free sigma Network workshop on “Measuring the impact of Mathematics Support” at Cardiff University on Tuesday 17th April  2018\, 10:30am – 4:00pm.  \nMeasuring the effectiveness of learning and teaching is known to be challenging at all levels of education. However\, evidencing the “impact” of activities in Higher Education continues to be given increasing focus and importance. This workshop will provide opportunity to explore what is meant by impact in the context of Mathematics Support and what approaches can be taken to meaningfully support the future development of such services. The workshop will also include extensive opportunity to share best practice and investigate the potential for future collaborative working in this area. \nThe workshop and buffet lunch will be provided for free. \nTo register\, please email Robert Wilson (wilsonrh@cardiff.ac.uk)\, noting if you have any specific dietary requirements or if you require car parking space (note: limited parking is available). \nOutline schedule: \n10.30-11.00:     Coffee\, welcome\, and introductions\n11.00-12.00:     Measuring the impact of mathematics support in higher education in Ireland – Ciaran Mac an Bhaird  (Maynooth University)\n12.00-13.00:     What are we trying to measure? Experiences from an established mathematics support service – Robert Wilson/David McConnell (Cardiff University)\n13.00-14.00:     Lunch and networking\n14.00-15.00:    Structured knowledge exchange session\n15.00-16.00:     Maths Support – NSS – TEF  . . . What’s next?\n16.00:                 Close \n  \nFor those working towards HEA Fellowship\, engagement with this event and reflection on the implications for your professional practice can help provide evidence towards the following dimensions of the UKPSF:  A1\, A4\, A5\, K2\, K3\, K5\, K6\, V1\, V2\, V3\, V4
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/measuring-the-impact-of-mathematics-support/
LOCATION:Cardiff University
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180420T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180420T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231528
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SUMMARY:Statistics Training for Mathematics and Statistics Support Tutors
DESCRIPTION:The sigma Network Special Interest Group (SIG) in Statistics Support is delighted to announce a workshop on ’Statistics Training for Mathematics and Statistics Support Tutors’\, being held on Friday 20th April 2018\, 10:00am – 4:00pm at Coventry University. \nThis free event offers an overview of Meta-Analysis and Factor Analysis. These have been highlighted as two topics that students are increasingly asking for assistance with in the context of in mathematics and statistics support. Unfortunately many support staff report having little or no expertise or experience of these topics. The aim of the workshop is therefore to provide mathematics and statistics tutors with an overview of these two topics\, where the focus will be as much on how to assist students with them as it is on technical content. \nThe event is hosted by Coventry University’s sigma Centre and closes with an open discussion about issues relating to mathematics and statistics support. Hence there will be opportunities to look at the mathematics and statistics support facilities offered at Coventry University and to also network with other mathematics and statistics support staff with interests in this area. \nEveryone is welcome to attend and can register for free by emailing Alun Owen at aa5845@coventry.ac.uk with the following information: \n\nName and work contact details including email and telephone number\nAny specific access or dietary requirements required on the day\nIf you require car parking (please provide car make\, model and reg no.)\n\nAn indicative programme for the workshop is provided below. \n10:00am – 10:25am Arrival\, registration and refreshments\n10:25am – 10.30am  Welcome and Housekeeping\n10:30am  – 12:30pm An overview of Meta-Analysis\, David Bowers\n• General principles and underlying theory\n• Using computer software for meta-analysis\n• Examples and case studies\n• Commonly asked questions from students\n12:30pm – 1.15pm  Networking Lunch\n1.15pm – 3.15pm An overview of Factor Analysis\, Jonathan Gillard\n• General ideas behind factor analysis\n• How to implement a factor analysis in SPSS and R\n• Examples of when a factor analysis would be appropriate\n3.15pm – 4.00pm Open Discussion\n• Emerging issues in mathematics and statistics support\n• Maths and Stats support in action – a visit to Coventry University’s sigma Centre
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/statistics-training-for-mathematics-and-statistics-support-tutors/
LOCATION:Coventry University
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180425T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180425T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231528
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SUMMARY:Designing effective learning spaces for mathematics and statistics support
DESCRIPTION:Sheffield Hallam University\, Norfolk Building\, room 609. \nThe space in which students work and are supported by staff makes a significant difference to their engagement.  Carefully designed shared open learning spaces can help create a partnership learning community within which student engagement can flourish. \nThe capacity for us as academics to design and create learning spaces for mathematics and statistics support is however often limited\, but it is possible both to influence university thinking when new spaces are being designed and to make innovative use of existing space at minimal cost.  When doing so\, it can help to be able to identify successful approaches that have been adopted elsewhere. \nThis sigma workshop is intended to provide a chance for delegates to hear some examples of such successful practices and to discuss ways in which their own spaces can be better utilised to enhance student engagement. \nAttendance is free. \nTo register to attend\, please email Jeff Waldock (j.waldock@shu.ac.uk)\, stating any dietary or access requirements. \n  \nSchedule: \n10:00: Arrival and registration. \n10:30: Welcome \n10:40: ‘Designing ideal open learning spaces to enhance student engagement with mathematics and statistics‘\, Jeff Waldock (Sheffield Hallam). \n11:10: ‘Finding space for Maths Support – making the most of what you’ve got‘. Tony Mann (Greenwich) \n11:40: ‘Designing a new space for mathematics and statistics at the University of the West of England‘\, Karen Henderson (UWE) \n12:10: Lunch. \n13:10: “Differing Approaches and Uses of Learning Spaces – their Strengths and Weaknesses“\, Chetna Patel (De Montfort) \n13:40: “Mobile Maths Support“\, Simon Massey (Manchester Met) \n14:10: Open “Show and Tell” session.     This is an opportunity for delegates to review their own learning spaces and what they would like to be able to offer to their students and staff\, and to reflect on approaches towards achieving these goals. \n15:30:  Closing remarks – are we closer to identifying how to achieve an ideal learning space in different contexts?
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/designing-effective-learning-spaces-for-mathematics-and-statistics-support/
LOCATION:Sheffield Hallam University
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180521T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180521T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231528
CREATED:20180521T212306Z
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SUMMARY:Mathematics and Statistics Support for Economics and Finance
DESCRIPTION:The sigma Network is delighted to announce a workshop on “Mathematics and statistics support for Economics and Finance” hosted by Bournemouth University on Monday 21st May 2018\, 12:00pm – 4:30pm \n Mathematics and statistics are key subjects for students who study for a degree in Accounting\, Finance or Economics. Are students fully aware of this? Are students willing and able to apply their existing mathematical knowledge to other disciplines like accounting\, economics and finance? Students have different backgrounds and it can difficult to establish what is familiar to them and what is new. Therefore\, designing an attractive unit for the entire cohort is quite challenging. Furthermore\, how can we help students in the difficult process of transition from secondary school to university? What are the most effective models of maths and stats support? How can we efficiently use the range of resources available online? \nThis sigma workshop is intended to provide a chance for delegates to hear some examples of online platforms\, projects\, and resources for maths and stats related to the needs of economics and finance. We will share and discuss approaches adopted to teach and support quantitative methods\, especially at undergraduate level\, and identify approaches and resources that can be better utilised to enhance student engagement.\nAttendance and the working lunch will be provided for free. \nTo register to attend\, please use Eventbrite or email Marta Disegna (disegnam@bournemouth.ac.uk). If you have any dietary or access requirements or if you need a car parking space\, please state it in the Eventbrite registration form note or in the email. \nSchedule: \n12:00 Arrival\, registration and lunch \n12:30  Welcome\, David Bowers (Chair\, sigma Network for Excellence in Mathematics and Statistics Support) \n12:45  What is special about maths and statistics for Economics and Finance? (Bournemouth University staff) \n13:30  Different resources for supporting mathematics and statistics skills in Economics and Finance\, Francis Duah (University of York) and Martin Greenhow (Brunel University). \n14:20  An Introduction to the Q-Step initiative\, Steve Grundy (Q-Step Programme Manager\, Nuffield Foundation) \n14:45 Coffee & Networking. \n15:15  Showcase and open discussion on attendees’ own teaching approaches and experiences of offering maths support to Economics and Finance students\, with the opportunity to share good practice and reach out for advice. (Each attendee will have the opportunity to present ideas for promoting active learning that they have used in their teaching or support work. Please indicate if you would like to do this registration form.) \n16:15  Action planning. \n                  How can I apply today’s insights to my own teaching or maths support provision?\nWhat future collaborative/developmental activities would be useful? \n16:30  Closing remarks \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n_________________________________\nMarta Disegna\nSenior Lecturer in Statistics & Econometrics\n\nThe Business School\nBournemouth University\nExecutive Business Centre\, 89 Holdenhurst Road\, Bournemouth\, BH8 8EB\nTel: +44 (0)1202965455
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/mathematics-and-statistics-support-for-economics-and-finance/
LOCATION:Bournemouth University
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180627T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180627T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231528
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SUMMARY:Using social media for maths and statistics support
DESCRIPTION:The aim of this free one-day event is to provide ideas and inspiration to delegates as to how they can use social media to enhance their maths support provision\, as well as giving confidence in using some of the most popular social media tools. \nWe are delighted to have an opening keynote presentation from Sue Beckingham (National Teaching Fellow) from Sheffield Hallam University. Sue has extensive experience in encouraging staff and students to adopt social media to support and enhance learning and will provide an inspirational start to the day. \nThis will be followed by ‘hands-on’ sessions in which attendees will be able to experience using various social media platforms first-hand. In addition\, sigma Network members will present case studies to give further ideas for discussion. \nOutline programme: \n10.00 – 10.30  Arrive. Coffee. Introductions and networking \n10.30 – 11.30  Keynote presentation (Sue Beckingham NTF). Using social media for learning. Discussion. \n11.30 – 12.15  Practicalities of digital literacy: JISC\, institutional policy\, learning design & re-design. \n12.15 – 13.15  Hands-on guided workshops – communication tools \nGroup 1: Twitter (Tweetdeck) and Facebook Groups \nGroup 2: WhatsApp and YouTube\, screencasts and uploading video \n13.15 – 14.00  Lunch \n14.00 – 15.00  Hands-on guided workshops – collaboration tools \nGroup 1:  Twitter (Tweetchat) and blogs (Edublogger) \nGroup 2:  To be decided\, based on interests of delegates when registering \n15.00 – 15.30  Case studies from members of the sigma Network \n15.30 – 15.45  Action planning \nThe event is free and a light lunch will be included. It will be held in The Beacon building\, on the College Road site just two minutes’ walk from Stoke-on-Trent railway station. As our university has a green travel policy\, we recommend you use public transport to visit us. However\, if you do wish to drive\, parking is available at our Leek Road campus (10 minutes’ walk from venue). Please let us know in advance so that we can arrange a temporary parking permit. \nBooking: \nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/using-social-media-for-maths-and-statistics-support-tickets-44138572659 \nArrival from 10am onwards for drinks. A light lunch will be served at 12:30. \nPlease notify us of any dietary needs/ accessibility requirements. If there are any particular social media tools you would especially like to become familiar with\, let us know and we will aim to accommodate your requirements as far as possible. \nHOST:  Staffordshire University (Academic Skills Team\, Library) \nCONTACT:  angela.evans@staffs.ac.uk
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/using-social-media-for-maths-and-statistics-support/
LOCATION:Staffordshire University
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180816T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180816T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231528
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SUMMARY:Accessibility SIG resource working day 2
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Mathematics Resources Centre (MASH)\, University of Bath on Thursday 16th August\, 9:30-16:00 \nCall for participants\nThe sigma Network Accessibility Special Interest Group aims to produce two sets of guidance resources on accessibility in a mathematics support context. The first set will be for mathematics and statistics support tutors and the second for those running mathematics support centres. We started to develop these resources at our first working day in March and we are looking for participants with relevant experience and expertise to continue the work at a second working day in Bath on Thursday 16th August. \nShare your experience and expertise\nWe are looking for participants with experience of or expertise in one or more of the following areas in a mathematics/statistics learning and teaching context: \n\nMathematics/statistics anxiety\nDyslexia\, Dyspraxia\, Dyscalculia and other SpLDs\nAutistic Spectrum Conditions\nMathematics without pen and paper\nVisual impairment\nSupporting mature students\nSupporting students with English as a second language\nSupporting students with vocational entry qualifications in a selective context\n\nWe are also looking for participants with experience of or expertise in: \n\nSelecting and using assistive technology in a mathematical/statistical context\nDesigning accessible mathematics support spaces\n\nResource production process\nRoughly filled templates and current drafts will be available to read and work on prior to the working day. At the working day we aim to produce drafts and specific actions to continue the work beyond the day. Further working days may follow this one\, depending on the progress made. The resources will be trialled in several mathematics support centres and then improved as necessary. \nWhat participants might gain\nThis is an opportunity to work with colleagues who have similar research and development interests. For those working towards HEA Fellowship\, participating in this process could help to provide evidence towards elements of the UK Professional Standards Framework. Finally\, participants who take an active role in the process will be the listed authors/reviewers of the resources and will be offered co-authorship of any resulting publications. \nExpressions of interest invited\nTo express interest in taking part in this process and in attending the working day on Thursday 16th August please email Emma Cliffe\, E.H.Cliffe@bath.ac.uk and Clare Trott\, C.Trott@lboro.ac.uk with a short summary of your area(s) of experience and expertise. Please note\, you do not need to be a sigma member to participate. \nCosts\nRefreshments will be provided at the working day. We have a limited budget to support this work and we hope that in most cases participants’ institutions will be able to fund their travel. We may be able to provide limited subsidy of travel expenses for those with key expertise who would like to contribute but whose institution is unable to assist with travel costs. Please state if you would need this support in your email\, the likely costs and the key expertise you are able to offer. \nDraft schedule\n\n\n\n9.30-10.00\nArrival with tea/coffee\n\n\n10.00-10.30\nIntroduction to the SIG and the leaflets\n\n\n10.30-11.15\nGenerating ideas\n\n\n11.15-11.35\nCoffee/tea\n\n\n11.35-12.30\nWriting\n\n\n12.30-1.30\nLunch\n\n\n1.30-2.45\nWriting\n\n\n2.45-3.05\nTea/coffee\n\n\n3.05 – 4.00\nFinalising leaflets
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/accessibility-sig-resource-working-day-2/
LOCATION:MASH University of Bath\, Bath\, BA2 7AY United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180921T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180921T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231528
CREATED:20180921T212858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T081351Z
UID:607-1537524000-1537542000@www.sigma-network.ac.uk
SUMMARY:New Tutor Training at Greenwich
DESCRIPTION:Will your maths support centre be employing new tutors this year? For example\, UG/PG students or academic staff who are new to the practice of maths and statistics support in HE? \nThe sigma Network is offering a FREE one-day training workshop for new maths and statistics support tutors on Friday 21st September 2018\, at the University of Greenwich\, from 10.00 am to 3.00 pm. \nThe day will follow sigma‘s established model of tutor training\, and will cover: \n\nMathematics support – what is it?\nProblem solving\nPrinciples of mathematics support – do’s and don’ts\nExploring possible scenarios and student needs\nResources and networking\n\nThis training day is generously hosted by the University of Greenwich. Attendance is free\, with a light sandwich lunch provided. Anyone interested in attending\, please contact Tony Mann (A.Mann@gre.ac.uk) by 18th September to register\, mentioning any access or dietary requirements. \n\nFor those working towards HEA Fellowship\, engagement with this event and reflection on the implications for your professional practice can help provide evidence towards the following dimensions of the UKPSF:  A1\, A2\, A3\, A4\, A5\, K2\, K3\, K4\, V1\, V2\, V3\, V4
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/new-tutor-training-at-greenwich-2/
LOCATION:University of Greenwich
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180924T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180924T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231528
CREATED:20180924T213252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T081351Z
UID:610-1537783200-1537806600@www.sigma-network.ac.uk
SUMMARY:New Tutor Training at Leeds
DESCRIPTION:Will your maths support centre be employing new tutors this year? For example\, postgrad students or academic staff who are new to the practice of maths and statistics support in HE? \nThe sigma Network is offering a FREE one-day training workshop for new maths and statistics support tutors on Monday 24th September 2018\, at the University of Leeds. \nOUTLINE PROGRAMME\n10.00   Arrive. Coffee. Introductions\, aims of the day\n10.30   What is maths support\, why is it needed\, how does it differ from traditional teaching?\n11.30   Problem solving\, simulation and role play\n12.30   Lunch\n13.30   Principles of maths support. Dos and Don’ts\n14.00   The special case of Statistics Support\n14.30   Dealing with challenging situations. Experiences from the shop floor.\n15.30   Resources for maths support.\n16.00   Reflection. Q&A. Professional development and the sigma Network.\n16.30   Depart. \nThis training day is generously hosted by the University of Leeds Skills@Library\, and will be delivered by David Bowers\, Chair of the sigma Network. Anyone interested in attending\, please contact Graham Weston   G.C.S.Weston@leeds.ac.uk  noting any special dietary or access requirements.
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/new-tutor-training-at-leeds/
LOCATION:University of Leeds
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181005T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181005T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231528
CREATED:20181005T213410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T081351Z
UID:613-1538735400-1538753400@www.sigma-network.ac.uk
SUMMARY:New Tutor Training in Cardiff
DESCRIPTION:Will your maths support centre be employing new tutors this year? For example\, UG/PG students or academic staff who are new to the practice of maths and statistics support in HE? \nThe sigma Network is offering a FREE one-day training workshop for new maths and statistics support tutors on Friday 5th October 2018\, at Cardiff University. \nOUTLINE PROGRAMME\n1030:   Welcome and introductions\n1045:   Mathematics support – what is it?\n1115:   Problem solving session\n1200:   Principles of mathematics support – do’s and don’ts\n1230:   Lunch\n1330:   Offering statistics support\n1400:   Tutoring in a mathematics support centre – exploring possible scenarios and student needs\n1445:   Resources and networking\n1515:   Question and answer session\n1530:   Close \n This training day is generously hosted by Cardiff University\, and will be coordinated by Robert Wilson\, member of the sigma Network steering group. Anyone interested in attending\, please contact Robert Wilson   wilsonrh@cardiff.ac.uk  noting any special dietary or access requirements. \nFor those working towards HEA Fellowship\, engagement with this event and reflection on the implications for your professional practice can help provide evidence towards the following dimensions of the UKPSF:  A1\, A2\, A3\, A4\, A5\, K2\, K3\, K4\, V1\, V2\, V3\, V4
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/new-tutor-training-in-cardiff/
LOCATION:Cardiff University
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181026T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181026T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231528
CREATED:20181026T213810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T081351Z
UID:615-1540548000-1540569600@www.sigma-network.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Tutor training for statistics support\, Coventry
DESCRIPTION:The sigma Network’s Special Interest Group in Statistics Support is hosting a free one day workshop on developing the skills needed for providing effective statistics support.  This is aimed at anyone who gives statistical advice and wishes to improve their skills in providing this type of support. \nThe statistics support needs of many students usually relates to the application of statistics to an individual project which those new to statistics support can often find challenging.  The event\, led by experienced statistics tutors\, will concentrate on developing the additional skills required for this type of support along with tips for dealing with common issues.  The workshop will use scenario based training to allow delegates to build confidence through practical activities\, discussion and sharing ideas. \nAspects of statistics support which will be covered include: \n\nListening and questioning skills\nChoosing the right test\nExplaining key concepts\nProviding support rather than a consultancy\nTailoring to the individual\nDealing with difficult situations\n\nThis free workshop\, including lunch and refreshments\, is being hosted by the sigma Mathematics Support Centre at Coventry University on Friday 26th October 2018\, from 10.00 am to 4.00 pm. \nIf you are interested in attending please register via this link: \nhttps://shusls.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dn8S0tsAofE62pL \nIf you have any questions about the event please email one of the organisers: \nAlun Owen at Coventry: aa5845@coventry.ac.uk\nEllen Marshall at Sheffield Hallam: ellen.marshall@shu.ac.uk\nMark Hodds at Coventry: ab7634@coventry.ac.uk
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/tutor-training-for-statistics-support-coventry/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181107T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181107T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231528
CREATED:20181107T213955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T081351Z
UID:617-1541584800-1541606400@www.sigma-network.ac.uk
SUMMARY:New Tutor Training in Essex
DESCRIPTION:Will your maths support centre be employing new tutors in the coming year? For example\, UG/PG students or academic staff who are new to the practice of maths and statistics support in HE? \nThe sigma Network is offering a FREE one-day training workshop for new mathematics and statistics support tutors on Wednesday 7th November 2018\, at the University of Essex. This training day will be ideal if you were unable to attend one of our earlier events this year\, or if you have only recently employed new maths support tutors. \nOUTLINE PROGRAMME\n10:00   Arrive\, coffee\n1030:   Introductions. Aims of the day.\n1045:   Mathematics support – what is it\, why do we need it\, how does it differ from traditional teaching?\n1130:   Problem solving session and role play.\n1230:   Principles of mathematics support – do’s and don’ts\n1300:   Lunch\n1330:   The special case of statistics support\n1400:   Tutoring in a mathematics support centre – dealing with challenging situations and student needs\n1500:   Resources for maths support\n1530:   Q&A\, coffee and networking.\n1600    Close \n This training day is generously hosted by The University of Essex in their spectacular new STEM Building\, and will be coordinated by David Bowers\, Chair of the sigma Network steering group. Anyone interested in attending\, please contact Hansa Bissoondeeal (hobiss@essex.ac.uk) noting any special dietary or access requirements. \nFor those working towards HEA Fellowship\, engagement with this event and reflection on the implications for your professional practice can help provide evidence towards the following dimensions of the UKPSF:  A1\, A2\, A3\, A4\, A5\, K2\, K3\, K4\, V1\, V2\, V3\, V4
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/new-tutor-training-in-essex/
LOCATION:University of Essex
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190315T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190315T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231528
CREATED:20190315T214129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T081351Z
UID:619-1552645800-1552663800@www.sigma-network.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Impact and Evaluation of Mathematics Support
DESCRIPTION:Lanchester Library\, Coventry University \nFriday 15th March 2019 10.30am – 3.30pm \n Draft Programme \n10.00am              Registration and coffee\n10.30am               Welcome and housekeeping\n10.35am               A senior management perspective\n.                                (Duncan Lawson\, former PVC Newman University)\n11.20am               Comfort break\n11.30am               Workshop  – reviewing impact and evaluation questionnaires\n.                                 (facilitated by Mark Hodds\, Coventry University)\n12.30pm               Lunch\n1.15pm                 The role of a critical friend\n.                                  (Emma Cliffe (Bath) and Rob Wilson (Cardiff))\n2.00pm                 Sharing practice from around the sector\n3.15pm                 Summary of the day\n3.30pm                 End of workshop \nRegistration \nThis is a free workshop provided by the sigma Network and hosted by Coventry University.  To register to attend please contact Mark Hodds (ab7634@coventry.ac.uk).  If you would like to contribute to the Sharing practice session please indicate this when you register. \nRecommended Reading \nThere are two freely available sigma guides that are highly pertinent to this workshop: \nGathering student feedback on mathematics and statistics support provision \nEvaluation of mathematics support centres: a review of the literature \nA report from the Irish Mathematics Learning Support Network is also relevant: \nReport on Student Evaluation of Mathematics Learning Support \n  \nFor those working towards HEA Fellowship\, engagement with this event and reflection on the implications for your professional practice can help provide evidence towards the following dimensions of the UKPSF:  A1\, A4\, A5\, K3\, K5\, K6\, V1\, V2\, V3\, V4
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/impact-and-evaluation-of-mathematics-support/
LOCATION:Lanchester Library\, Coventry University
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190326T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190326T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231528
CREATED:20190326T214330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T081351Z
UID:622-1553592600-1553619600@www.sigma-network.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Inclusive Teaching: Offering a tailored approach in supporting students’ learning in maths
DESCRIPTION:George Fox Building  LT5   –    9.30 am to 5.00 pm (lunch included) \nThe Maths Learning Development (MLD) Team at Lancaster University (LU) is running a FREE sharing practice event to promote our student maths support service. Our approach to maths learning development is focused on providing a proactive\, tailored and timely delivered service\, which allows meeting the demand of a diverse student body (e.g. students from non-traditional university entry routes and students who have specific learning difficulties (SpLD)) to enhance students’ learning experience and improve retention. \nThe MLD team has received very positive feedback from our students\, so we would like to share our experience and lessons from practice with colleagues at LU and in the wider HE sector. We hope that you will be able to attend! \nWe are interested in hearing your views on supporting students’ learning in maths. We invite you to give a 5 minute presentation during our discussions. \nKeynote presentations will be given by \nMichael Grove (University of Birmingham) ‘Mathematics support: Learning from past and present to prepare for the future’. \nLeif Bryngfors (Lund University\, Sweden) ‘SI-PAL-PASS: a Rose with many names’  \nThis event is sponsored by Faculty of Science & Technology and Teach-Learn-Share initiative at LU Management School and Faculty of Health & Medicine. \nTo register for this free event\, please go to https://lancaster-uk.libcal.com/event/3376955 or send an email to Jan Lyons jan.lyons@lancaster.ac.uk \nIf you are interested in giving a 5-minute micro-presentation\, please indicate this when you register.
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/inclusive-teaching-offering-a-tailored-approach-in-supporting-students-learning-in-maths/
LOCATION:Lancaster University
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190522T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190522T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231528
CREATED:20190522T214523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T081351Z
UID:624-1558519200-1558539000@www.sigma-network.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Supporting Nurses with Drug Calculations
DESCRIPTION:Middlesex University\, Hendon\nThis is a free one-day workshop for maths support practitioners who work with nursing and midwifery students. The focus will be on sharing experiences of the challenges this kind of support poses\, and of different approaches to overcoming them. This might include helping students with wider issues of arithmetic and/or calculator use. During the day we will hear first-hand experiences of nursing students and how they have coped with the numeracy requirements of their course. There will also be a presentation from a senior nursing lecturer to give a perspective on the role and requirements of the Nursing and Midwifery Council. \nAttendees have the opportunity to give a short 10 minute presentation relating to the maths support they give to nursing students. This could be a case study of a particular approach you have found beneficial\, a demonstration of useful resources\, or a discussion of problems faced. If it is relevant to you\, it will doubtless be of interest to other attendees! \nDraft Programme\n10:00 Arrival: Registration and Refreshments \n10:30 Introduction and Welcome \n10:45 10-minute presentations and group discussion \n12:00 Student nurses: Our experience of drug calculations in theory and practice \n12:30 Lunch and networking \n13:30 Senior nursing lecturer: How drug calculations fit into the nursing programme\, and the role of the NMC. \n14:15 10-minute presentations and group discussion \n15:15 Closing plenary \n  \nThe event will take place in the Hendon Library building on The Burroughs. This is a 10-minute walk from Hendon Central ( Northern Line) or a 20-minute walk from Hendon Station (Thameslink). It is also close to junction 2 of the M1 – however there is no parking available on campus and on-street parking can be scarce and expensive. See https://unihub.mdx.ac.uk/campus/hendon/getting-here for more details. \nPlaces are limited. To register to attend\, and to offer a 10-minute presentation\, please complete this form: https://fs12.formsite.com/LRforms/nhpchjuxtp/index.html \n  \nIf you are working towards HEA Fellowship then engagement with this event\, and reflection on the implications for your professional practice\, can help provide evidence towards the following dimensions of the UKPSF: A1\, A2\, A3\, A4\, A5\, K1\, K2\, K3\, K4\, V3\, V4. \nIf you have any queries about this event then please email numeracy@mdx.ac.uk.
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/supporting-nurses-with-drug-calculations/
LOCATION:Middlesex University
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190703T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190703T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231528
CREATED:20190703T214700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T081351Z
UID:627-1562148000-1562169600@www.sigma-network.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Online Maths Support for Remote Learners
DESCRIPTION:A FREE sigma Network event. We are delighted to welcome two experts from the Open University as our keynote speakers\, Dr Tim Lowe and Dr Sue Pawley. Between them they will cover how they teach mathematics online and how maths students are supported remotely outside formal teaching time. It is anticipated that such a comprehensive overview will give delegates plenty of ideas and inspiration to apply to their own situations. \nOn the theme of supporting remote learners\, attendees are invited to present 10 minute ‘show and tell’ talks about their experiences\, which may be positive or negative. Time will be built into the programme for discussion and sharing of successful practice. \nIn the afternoon\, after the second keynote speaker\, hands-on workshops will offer attendees the opportunity to explore Blackboard Collaborate\, Microsoft Teams and the use of graphic tablets as tools for online support. \nA more detailed programme of the day will be provided nearer the time. \nThe event will start at 10am (first speaker at 10.40am) and will finish around 3.30/ 4.00pm. It will be located in the Staffordshire University Science Centre just around the corner from Stoke-on-Trent train station (a 2/3 minute walk). A buffet lunch is included\, and attendees will be contacted individually regarding parking requests\, accessibility and dietary requirements. \nHOST:  Staffordshire University (Academic Skills Team\, Library) \nBOOK YOUR PLACE: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/online-maths-support-for-remote-learners-a-free-sigma-network-event-tickets-59225268372 \nCONTACT:  angela.evans@staffs.ac.uk
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/online-maths-support-for-remote-learners/
LOCATION:Staffordshire University
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190718T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190718T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231528
CREATED:20190718T214822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T081351Z
UID:629-1563444000-1563465600@www.sigma-network.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Getting started with free analysis software for statistics support
DESCRIPTION:The University of Chester\, in collaboration with the sigma Network’s Special Interest Group in Statistics Support\, will be hosting our first sigma Network event: “Getting started with free analysis software for statistics support”. This FREE event is aimed at statistics support colleagues who have no or limited experience with supporting students to use R but may be required to do so\, now or in the near future. We will also be introducing Jamovi\, a free menu-driven SPSS-like statistical analysis software package. The workshop is free to attend\, with lunch and refreshments provided courtesy of The University of Chester. \n Sessions planned for the day include: \n *An introduction to R \nR is increasingly used in industry due to its free and open source nature. This session will give an overview to help beginners get started in supporting students to use R. \n *Introducing Jamovi \nJamovi is a free menu-driven SPSS-like software package which is much simpler for students to grasp and is often recommended for students who do not need to conduct a lot of analyses. \n *Lightning talks and discussion \nA series of short talks on topics relating to statistics support\, designed to open up discussion. All attendees are invited to propose a lightning talk. A standard PC/projector set-up will be available for the lightning talks. \nTo register for this free event\, please e-mail Nick Goddard directly at n.goddard@chester.ac.uk\, giving your name\, e-mail address\, institution\, any specific accessibility or dietary requirements and lightning talk proposal (if applicable). Please also let Nick know how you plan to travel to the university\, so we can plan parking.
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/getting-started-with-free-analysis-software-for-statistics-support/
LOCATION:University of Chester
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190722T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190722T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231528
CREATED:20190722T214940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T081351Z
UID:632-1563787800-1563811200@www.sigma-network.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Joint ALDinHE / sigma Network Symposium
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to the first co-delivered ALDinHE and sigma Network event to share and discuss current issues in Learning Development and academic skills support provision across a range of disciplines and skills areas. \nThe focus of this FREE meeting is differentiation\, with the following themes: \n\nStrategic considerations and experiences when co-locating academic skills support services (eg academic writing\, maths support)\, to provide a differentiated approach to students’ needs.\nAcademic skills support delivery differentiation for diverse student groups (e.g. Widening Participation characteristics\, foundation year\, high achievers).\nTeaching and learning differentiation when preparing and delivering academic skills workshops / 1:1s / drop-ins / embedded courses / online learning materials.\n\nThis event is now fully booked.  \nIf you have any questions\, please get in touch via email at uobregional2019@gmail.com
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/joint-aldinhe-sigma-network-symposium/
LOCATION:University of Bedfordshire
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190913T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190913T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231528
CREATED:20190913T215300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T081351Z
UID:639-1568372400-1568390400@www.sigma-network.ac.uk
SUMMARY:New Tutor Training event in Manchester
DESCRIPTION:Will your maths support centre be employing new tutors in the coming year? For example\, postgrad students or academic staff who are new to the practice of mathematics and statistics support in HE? \nThe sigma Network is offering a FREE one-day training workshop for new maths and statistics support tutors on Friday 13th September 2019\, at the University of Manchester. \nOUTLINE PROGRAMME\n11.00   Arrive. Coffee. Introductions\, aims of the day\n11.30   What is maths support\, why do we need it?\n12.00   Problem solving – simulation and role play\n12.45   The Dos and Don’ts of maths support\n13.00   Lunch\n14.00   Statistics Support – how is it different?\n14.30   Individual differences and needs\n14.45   Scenarios you might encounter.\n15.30   Resources available for maths support centres.\n15.45   Final Q&A. Reflection\n16.00   End \nThis training day is generously hosted by the University of Manchester\, Alan Gilbert Learning Commons.  Anyone interested in attending\, please contact Adam Scott  (email: mle@manchester.ac.uk )  noting any special dietary or access requirements. \nFor those working towards HEA Fellowship\, engagement with this event and reflection on the implications for your professional practice can help provide evidence towards the following dimensions of the UKPSF:  A1\, A2\, A3\, A4\, A5\, K2\, K3\, K4\, V1\, V2\, V3\, V4
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/new-tutor-training-event-in-manchester/
LOCATION:University of Manchester
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190920T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190920T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231528
CREATED:20190920T215432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T081351Z
UID:642-1568973600-1568991600@www.sigma-network.ac.uk
SUMMARY:New tutor training in Greenwich
DESCRIPTION:A training session for new maths support tutors is taking place on Friday 20th September 2019\, from 10.00am to 3.00pm\, at the University of Greenwich. The day is aimed at training PhD students at Greenwich who will be taking on tutoring work in mathematics and statistics support in the coming year\, but it is being opened up across the sigma Network for new tutors who are welcome to join in. \nThe training will be delivered by experienced practitioners and will follow established sigma guidelines. For further information please contact Tony Mann\, Director of the Greenwich Maths Centre:  A.Mann@gre.ac.uk
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/new-tutor-training-in-greenwich/
LOCATION:University of Greenwich
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191003T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191003T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231528
CREATED:20191003T215551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T081351Z
UID:644-1570098600-1570116600@www.sigma-network.ac.uk
SUMMARY:New Tutor Training in Cardiff
DESCRIPTION:Will your maths support centre be employing new tutors in the coming year? For example\, postgrad students or academic staff who are new to the practice of mathematics and statistics support in HE? \nThe sigma Network is offering a FREE one-day training workshop for new maths and statistics support tutors on Thursday 3rd October 2019\, at Cardiff University. \nOUTLINE PROGRAMME\n10.30   Welcome and introductions\n10.45   Maths Support – what is it?\n11.15   Problem solving session\n12.00   Principles of maths support – dos and don’ts\n12.30   Lunch\n13.30   Offering statistics support\n14.00   Tutoring in a maths support centre – exploring possible scenarios and student needs\n14.45   Resources and networking with others\n15.15   Question and Answer session\n15.30   Close \nThis training day is generously hosted by Cardiff University\, and will be coordinated by Robert Wilson NTF\, member of the sigma Network steering group. If you are interested in attending\, please contact Robert Wilson   wilsonrh@cardiff.ac.uk  noting any special dietary or access requirements. \nFor those working towards HEA Fellowship\, engagement with this event and reflection on the implications for your professional practice can help provide evidence towards the following dimensions of the UKPSF:  A1\, A2\, A3\, A4\, A5\, K2\, K3\, K4\, V1\, V2\, V3\, V4
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/new-tutor-training-in-cardiff-2/
LOCATION:Cardiff University
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191129T100000
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SUMMARY:Mathematics Learning Activities: Transition to HE
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to invite members of the sigma Network to join our FREE one day mathematics education meeting under the theme of “Mathematics learning activities – transition to HE”.  The provisional programme is below: \n10.00  Registration. Welcome. Coffee. \n10.30  Keynote: Dr Kirsten Pfeiffer (University of Galway)  “Proof evaluation as a learning activity” \n11.30  Workshop: Ms Abigail Parkes (University of Wolverhampton)  “Team-based learning for Mathematics” \n12.30  Lunch \n13.15  Keynote: Dr Jorge Bruno (University of Winchester)  “Student-centred learning for inclusive practice – the mathematics perspective” \n14.00  Sharing practice session \n15.45  Closing remarks \n16.00  End of event \n  \nBooking is now open at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/mathematics-learning-activities-transition-to-he-tickets-75122020987 \nAny queries\, please contact Liam Naughton  l.naughton@wlv.ac.uk
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/mathematics-learning-activities-transition-to-he/
LOCATION:University of Wolverhampton
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200116T100000
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SUMMARY:Ideas Exchange in Statistics Teaching and Support in HE
DESCRIPTION:Do you have an interest in learning and teaching in statistics and/or statistics support in Higher Education?  \nThis free event\, hosted by Sheffield Hallam University and organised by the sigma-Network’s Special Interest Group in Statistics Support\, aims to bring together like-minded colleagues to exchange ideas and share good practice related to learning and teaching in statistics and providing statistics support. \nThe morning session will focus on ideas for the use of technology in the teaching and assessment of statistics and/or the provision of statistics support.  This will include interactive demonstrations on topics such as: \n·       Quizzes in the statistics classroom using free tools such as the Kahoot online polling system; \n·       Formative Numbas tests for the undergraduate statistics curriculum; \n·       Formative and summative testing of applied statistics using the DEWIS online system; \n·       Ideas for teaching how to choose the right statistical test and a new on-line test chooser; \nThe afternoon session will then focus on a series of short talks and related discussions offered by attendees at the workshop\, who would like to share an idea related to learning and teaching in statistics and/or statistics support. These will last approximately 10 minutes with the aim of opening discussion relating to the talks.  Attendees are invited to propose talks in the following areas: \na) The role of peer support in statistics learning or students as co-creators of knowledge. The role of peer support in student learning at Sheffield Hallam University and Coventry University will open discussion but offers to talk briefly about student involvement at your own institution are welcome. Coventry University use undergraduates within their Mathematics and Statistics Support Centre and Maths students at Sheffield Hallam have been working alongside academics to create student resources as well as provide peer support.   \nb) Open session – anything goes! \nAttendance is free but numbers are limited and we anticipate the event will be very popular. Therefore we recommend registering as early as possible.  \nYou can register for the event here: https://forms.gle/JcPCxefK8yc19FSV9 \nDuring registration we will encourage you to offer to give a 10 minute talk in the afternoon on an idea you would like to share. This can be on any topic related to learning and teaching in statistics or in providing statistics support. We are not expecting innovation\, although that is always very welcome\, more important is hearing how other people do what they do and sharing ideas others might want to try. \nA final agenda for the day will be circulated once we have confirmed the final speakers for the morning and afternoon sessions. \nQuestions about the workshop should be directed to Ellen Marshall\, Sheffield Hallam University and SIG Co-chair (ellen.marshall@shu.ac.uk) or Alun Owen\, Coventry University\, SIG Co-chair (aa5845@coventry.ac.uk).
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/ideas-exchange-in-statistics-teaching-and-support-in-he/
LOCATION:Sheffield Hallam University
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200228T100000
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DTSTAMP:20260403T231528
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SUMMARY:Addressing maths/stats anxiety
DESCRIPTION:The University of Chester is pleased to announce that we will be hosting a sigma Network workshop on Maths/Stats Anxiety at our beautiful Queen’s Park Campus on Friday 28th February. The event is aimed at all maths/stats support colleagues who work with students experiencing maths/stats anxiety and wish to learn more\, and/or have something to share. The workshop is free to attend\, with lunch and refreshments provided courtesy of The University of Chester. \n Speakers planned for the day include: \n *Keynote*: Sue Johnston-Wilder\, University of Warwick  “Raising awareness and addressing statistical anxiety” \n Chetna Patel\, De Montfort University \nEllen Marshall\, Sheffield Hallam University \n Lightning talks and discussion \nDelegates are invited to submit a proposal for a lightning talk on the day’s theme\, Maths/Stats Anxiety. Each talk should be no more than 8 minutes and provide one or two discussion points for delegates. Ideally\, a small amount of interactivity within the talk would be great\, too. A standard PC/projector set-up will be available for the lightning talks. \n To register your interest for this free event\, please complete this google form. \nWe look forward to meeting you in Chester. \nNick Goddard (Maths Skills Adviser\, University of Chester)
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/addressing-maths-stats-anxiety/
LOCATION:University of Chester
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SUMMARY:sigma Online Support Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The impact the Coronavirus pandemic has had on all of our lives is unprecedented and\, as educators\, we have had to very quickly adapt our ways of teaching and learning. In order to see how teaching and learning has changed\, we are hosting an online support workshop showcasing what institutions and practitioners of mathematics and statistics support are offering now compared to what they offered before. \nThe day will involve viewing different online support platforms\, such as Microsoft Teams\, Big Blue Button\, Adobe Connect\, YouTube Live Streaming and more\, showcased by the practitioners who are using them now to support their students. The aim is to provide the community with ideas on how to provide online support\, the pros and cons of each system\, how to advertise services to get students using the provision\, and generally discuss online maths and stats support. \nTo conclude the day\, we will show the results of a survey regarding maths and stats support provisions since the pandemic began and discuss what it means for maths and stats support going forward. \n(All times in BST)\n \n10:00am – Welcome and Introduction through Big Blue Button. Mark Hodds\, Coventry University\n10:10 – Online Maths and Stats Support at Western Sydney University through Zoom\, Donald Sherman & Jim Pettigrew\n10:40 – A comparison of Online Whiteboard Software. Tom Goodale\, Liverpool John Moores University\n11:05 – BREAK\n11:15 – Big Blue Button\, Mark Hodds Coventry University\n11:45 – Adobe Connect\, Sue Pawley\, OU\n12:15 – Microsoft Teams\, James O’Malley\, Maynooth University\n12:45 – BREAK\n13:00 – BB Collaborate\, Jenny Freeman\, Hope Thackray\, Pete Hart\, and Marta Emmett\, University of Sheffield\n13:30 – BB Collaborate with Skype\, Monica Hess and Noel Parnis\, Brunel\n14:00 – YouTube Livestreaming\, Peter Klappa\, Kent\n14:30 – BREAK\n15:30 – Issues surrounding online teaching and learning in maths and stats\, a discussion\n16:00 – Conclusions and Reporting of Online Provisions Survey results\n16:30 – CLOSE\n\n.\n\nRegistration for the event is now open. Please click this link: https://coventry.onlinesurveys.ac.uk/sigma-online-support-workshop to register.
URL:https://www.sigma-network.ac.uk/event/sigma-online-support-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
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