Vice-Chancellors Citations for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning

Vice-Chancellors Citations for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning 2007 - Round 2

There were two rounds of 2007 Vice-Chancellor's Citations for Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning

Academic Division

Library Team

Ms Debbie Booth, Mr Michael Carr, Ms Susan Day, Ms Helen Lloyd, Ms Ann Stokes
University Libraries

For an innovative online tutorial widely acclaimed for enhancing the student experience by simplifying the learning of a complex program

Faculty of Business and Law

Kym Cowley

Dr Kym Cowley
School of Business and Management

For the development of first year assessment frameworks that lay the building blocks for excellent higher level learning skills and academic integrity in first year university learners

Faculty of Education and Arts
 

Dr Kathryn Holmes, Mr Gavin Little
School of Education

For the development of a mathematics teacher retraining program designed to produce reflective practitioners, capable of teaching a diverse range of students in an engaging manner

 
Dr Philip Matthias

Dr Philip Matthias
School of Drama, Fine Art and Music

For developing a vibrant and creative culture of choral and organ music to provide a stimulating learning environment through the University of Newcastle Chamber Choir

 
Dr Christo Moskovsky

Dr Christo Moskovsky
School of Humanites and Social Science

For building an international applied linguistic learning community through research-led teaching, individualised feedback, and advanced online delivery

Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment
Dr Graham Brewer

Dr Graham Brewer
School of Architecture and Built Environment

For long-term commitment to developing and implementing context-specific student-centred teaching and assessment strategies that develop students as transdisciplinary problem-solvers and reflective practitioners

 
Dr Huilin Ye

Dr Huilin Ye
School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

For an academia-industry collaborative teaching approach to introducing industry practice to software engineering students leading to enhanced professional skills required for them to work in industry

Faculty of Health

Dr David Newby

Dr David Newby
School of Biomedical Sciences

For the introduction of evidence-based practice in Community pharmacy by developing critical evaluation skills and a systematic approach to the management of minor illnesses

 
Dr Jennifer Schneider

Dr Jennifer Schneider
School of Biomedical Sciences

For development of video and audiovisual material to motivate students and improve student engagement and learning in Pharmaceutics practicals for Pharmacy students

Faculty of Science and Information Technology

Jeffrey McGee

Jeffrey McGee
School of Environmental and Life Sciences

For an outstanding contribution to improved student learning in environmental policy through adoption of an innovative, student-centred approach to Mr

 
 

Dr Marian Radny
School of Mathematical and Physical Science

For improvements to student learning in introductory Physics courses through an integrated approach based on outside-class learning environment, peer activity laboratory, and on-line assessment

 

Vice-Chancellors Citations for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning 2007

Faculty of Business and Law
Dr John Andreson Dr John Anderson
School of Law

Providing a motivational clinical learning experience through the court observation placement program which effectively engages first year law students and incrementally enhances their learning.
Faculty of Education and Arts
Assoc Prof David Gamage Assoc Prof David Gamage
School of Education

Outstanding leadership and scholarship in developing excellent and cutting edge courses and a program in leadership and management in education.
 
Prof Jenny Gore and Assoc Prof James Ladwig Prof Jenny Gore and Assoc Prof James Ladwig
The Centre for Professional Learning in Education
School of Education

The development of conceptual frameworks and resources that have transformed teaching and learning in teacher education and received outstanding recognition from the profession.
 
Dr Alistaire Rolls and Ms Marie Laure Vuaille-Barcan Dr Alistaire Rolls and Ms Marie Laure Vuaille-Barcan
School of Humanities and Social Sciences

Revitalising a small discipline through intensive teamwork and by reaching out to multiple communities of learners.
Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment
Ms Chris Landorf Ms Chris Landorf
School of Architecture

Sustained excellence in the development and implementation of innovative approaches to the teaching of architectural practice and management.
Faculty of Health
Dr Tracy Levett-Jones Ms Tracy Levett-Jones
School of Nursing and Midwifery

The design and implementation of an innovative and scholarly clinical learning model that promotes the development of competence in undergraduate nursing students.
 
Ms Lorna McLellan and Mr Matthew Walsh
School of Nursing and Midwifery
Mr Tony Buxton
School of Health Sciences
Prof Dimity Pond and Dr Nayan Shah
School of Medicine and Public Health

An innovative multi-disciplinary approach to nurse practitioner education utilising flexible modes of delivery.
Faculty of Science and Information Technology
Dr Geoff MacFarlane Dr Geoff MacFarlane
School of Environmental and Life Sciences

The use of innovative enquiry-based activities and online peer assessment which model the process of conducting scientific research to encourage a deep approach to learning.
Academic Division
Academic Division Group Mr Greg Anderson, Ms Katie Battiston, Ms Vicki Picasso, Ms Alison Rigby & Ms Marion Wilson
University Libraries

The Auchmuty Information Common: innovation and excellence in a 24 x 7 learning environment which inspires and enhances quality learning outcomes for our students.
 
Ms Sarah O'Shea Ms Sarah O'Shea
The Centre for Teaching and Learning

Effectively and innovatively responding to the academic support needs of a diverse student population by providing an integrated model of learner support.
Services Division
Ms Cathy Stone Ms Cathy Stone
Deputy Academic Registrar, Student Support Services

Enhancing student engagement and improving the student experience by leading the development and expansion university-wide of a First Year Experience initiative.

Vice-Chancellors Citations for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning 2006

Dr Philip Morgan Dr Philip Morgan
School of Education
Faculty of Education and Arts

For bringing a unique, scholarly and inspiring approach to teaching physical education to primary school pre-service teachers, and providing evidence of its impact and effectiveness
 
A/Prof Behdad Moghtaderi A/Prof Behdad Moghtaderi
School of Engineering
Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment

For the successful convergence of a student-centred and vertically integrated approach to design in Engineering
 
Dr Debbie Plath Dr Debbie Plath
School of Humanities and Social Science
Faculty of Education and Arts

For bold, innovative teaching that inspires the personal and professional development of social work students
 
Mr Greg Preston Mr Greg Preston
School of Education
Faculty of Education and Arts

For excellence in the implementation and encouragement of innovative computer-based approaches to the enhancement of learning
 
Tony Williams A/Prof Anthony Williams
School of Architecture and Built Environment
Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment

For the implementation of student-centred learning contributing to effective outcomes based education and scholarship in teaching and learning
 
Mr Willy Sher Mr Willy Sher
School of Architecture and Built Environment
Faculty of Architecture and Built Environment

For the sustained transfer of industry research and practice to the undergraduate experience of construction students
 
Dr Kevin Lyons Dr Kevin Lyons
School of Economics, Policy and Tourism
Faculty of Business and Law

For developing an innovative student-centred approach to advancing the career planning abilities of leisure and tourism students that empowers them to be strategic lifelong learners
 
Ms Bronwyn Bloxham Ms Bronwyn Bloxham
Pro Vice-Chancellor's Unit
Faculty of Science and IT

For providing effective support, guidance and advice to students of the Faculty of Science and Information Technology enriching their self development and overall experience at University
 
Dr William Gladstone Dr William Gladstone
School of Environmental and Life Sciences
Central Coast Campus

For an outstanding contribution to student learning of practical skills for sustainable resource management
 
Dr Mark Lucock Dr Mark Lucock
School of Environmental and Life Sciences
Central Coast Campus

For successfully translating leading-edge research knowledge to the classroom in a manner than enhances class enthusiasm and engagement within the field of human nutrition
 
Dr Cynthia Webster Dr Cynthia Webster
School of Business and Management
Faculty of Business and Law

For incorporating communication and engagement within challenging learning environments to stimulate student confidence and learning
 
Group Winners
Academic Services Division

CTL, Ms Vicki Picasso
Auchmuty Library, Ms Ann Stokes, Ms Kai Chen, Ms Helen Lloyd, Ms Debbie Booth

For the successful introduction of an information literacy program that has been internationally recognised as enhancing the student experience