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Ironically, teaching isn’t an entirely one-way process. While talking out loud, and finding the clearest ways to articulate yourself, you get quite a good deal as a teacher. And there’s no need to take a professional qualification to reap these benefits because you can even just help your friends…By Ciara Brodi
Have you ever felt your course and curriculum syllabuses don’t always represent the diverse student population here at Warwick? Do you come up against privilege biases in perspectives, theories, models, texts and data that are taught? To think about your role in shaping how your curriculum is developed so that it is more inclusive and representative of genuinely diverse perspectives, Katie considers what is underway at Warwick to “liberate the curriculum”… By Katie Hall
Unsure whether a final year research project or dissertation is for you? Interested in creative ways to build your skills and confidence for employers? Want more than just to be told what knowledge is important? To see how students can drive and shape their own learning experience at Warwick, Katie explores the possibilities and opportunities in research for taught students…By Katie Hall
What’s the point of supervisions? They may seem like a tedious formality, but Katie discusses ideas on how to make these sessions meaningful, based on her own experiences throughout her MA dissertation project… By Katie Hall
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Whether you’re just about to start your time at Warwick, midway through, or about to finish, you might want some (hopefully) wise words from someone who was once in your shoes. Read on for the reflections of a recent graduate… By Rachael Davies Continue reading “Reflections of a Graduate”
“There is something for everyone at the University of Warwick” – I heard this sentence so many times in my first week at the University, but I only realised how true it was after my first term. For prospective students, here’s a few things that make Warwick a great place to study. And for returning students, here’s a refresher on why you study at one of the greatest places on earth!… by Shreeja Roy Continue reading “Why Warwick?”
As graduation season draws to a close, many will be thinking about their futures and what path is right for them. Here are a few tips from a research student to help you work out if life as a postgraduate student is for you… by James Blake Continue reading “Pros and Cons of Postgraduate Study”
Living on a campus is a bit of a bubble: you study, sleep and socialise in one small place. But, there is life beyond the bubble! Whether that be in Coventry, Leamington Spa or even the other side of the world… how far will you go? … by Ciara Brodie Continue reading “Beyond the Campus Bubble”
Some undergraduate and master’s students are likely considering the option to further their education. The next decision is, of course, whether or not to remain at Warwick for the next stage of their studies. The Staff at the Library will not try to persuade them when a fellow student can do it so well!… by James Blake
We were busy throughout the month asking our friends and colleagues around the University for their seasonal book, film and TV recommendations. We gathered them all together and shared them with you over the last 25 days on Twitter under #WarwickLibraryAdvent. But you won’t have to scroll through our feed to see them all as our gift to you today is this holly jolly compilation. Happy Holidays from the Library!
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