Welcome to the Teaching Awards 2023! Thank you for telling us about all the members of staff who have gone above and beyond to make sure you are getting an exceptional student experience here at Exeter. Whether it’s a lecturer who inspires and engages you through their innovative approach to teaching, a lab technician or teaching administrator who helps to make your time at Exeter great, a wellbeing team member whose guidance and concern for your welfare has been exceptional, a postgraduate teaching assistant who has inspired you, or anyone who has gone the extra mile to help you reach your full potential, we received 761 nominations this year from students across Exeter and Cornwall campuses, and from students studying at a distance. You can see the winners below. It was wonderful to hear so many of our winners at the event dedicate their awards to students, what a great night we had celebrating our incredible Exeter community.
An award for the academic staff member who excels in all areas with a student-centred and tailored approach to teaching and/or supervision. They should have made a positive impact on your overall academic experience, engaging students in their learning and encouraging a passion for the subject, whilst also demonstrating their own passion and depth of knowledge.
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A member of University staff who is approachable, personable and always has a spare minute to talk to you. The winner will be approachable and regularly available to students, and will help promote students' voices and academic representation. They will encourage student involvement and engagement with curriculum design and delivery, and empower students to engage in additional opportunities.
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This award recognises a member of staff who continuously works hard to ensure that the curriculum and their teaching is inclusive and accessible for all students. Examples could include any of the following: a range of resources being used; providing information in a range of formats; inclusive teaching practices and using accessible language; including equality and diversity teaching in the curriculum.
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A member of staff who uses creative methods to make their teaching innovative and different. Examples could include any of the following: innovative and creative teaching practices; use of online and unique resources; using creative methods of assessment and monitoring/supporting progress.
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The academic who provides the most helpful, constructive, and innovative feedback on students’ assessments and projects. The winner will provide clear and easy-to-understand individual feedback within a good timeframe, use constructive comments with areas for improvement, and offer optional follow-up and drop-in sessions after feedback is given.
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An Academic Personal Tutor or PGR Pastoral Tutor who has given extra effort to support you, your studies, and your welfare. They will understand the different challenges you and your fellow students face, and have been available to help you develop both academically and personally.
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The Dissertation, Project or Thesis supervisor who has provided great inspiration, support and guidance to students undertaking academic research at any level. The winner will be an expert in their field who is attentive to detail, generous with time, and prompt with feedback. They will provide assistance with planning, process, and research, and are capable of using their own experiences as a researcher to support and encourage their students.
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A Postgraduate Research student who teaches in the most interesting, effective, and engaging way. The winner will be a passionate orator who is sensitive to students’ needs, organised and willing to devote their time to students. They will make their research relevant and interesting to their students, leaving them feeling inspired.
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A course or programme whose staff work collectively to provide an outstanding student experience for those studying it, including effective use of student feedback to improve the teaching of the programme itself. They may engage students in curriculum design and teaching, put on additional activities and opportunities for skills development, and encourage students to take ownership of their learning experience.
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The department which has excelled on improving the student experience by building an engaging academic community through effective use and promotion of students’ voices. The department should have an inclusive culture which can be demonstrated through their commitment to accessibility, and will have offered additional activities and opportunities for skills development through working with societies and other student groups.
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