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Launching the SCAPP Resource: Introduction to Widening Participation in Scotland

Wednesday 28 August, 2pm – 3pm, Online (Teams)

SCAPP are pleased to launch a new, self-directed, digital resource for Widening Access and Widening Participation practitioners:

An Introduction to Widening Participation in Scotland

This resource is designed for practitioners engaged in Widening Access, Widening Participation and Outreach practice who work with and support underrepresented learners.  This resource may also be of interest to teachers, lecturers and other college and university staff who may engage with students from disadvantaged backgrounds.

It aims to build your knowledge and understanding of widening participation theories which inform practice, as well as past and present policies and priorities of the changing higher education landscape in Scotland. It will encourage you to critically reflect on successes and ongoing challenges in the sector and how they relate to your own practice.

It is self-directed, online, and can be worked through at your own pace.

Sections of this new resource include:

  • Theories and terminology in WP
  • History and Timeline of WP in Scotland
  • Types of WP Interventions: Pre-entry, Post-entry and Alternative pathways
  • Considering Evaluation
  • Information on WP cohorts
  • The skills needed by a Widening Participation Practitioner
  • Reflection Points
  • Case Studies and the sharing of professional journeys

This new resource has been developed by industry professionals: Gill Ryan and Alison Train, in collaboration with a working group of new practitioners, consultation with SCAPP’s Learning & Development Working Group, and from contributions with numerous professionals and projects across the Scottish Sector.

Please join us to see a preview of this new resource, hear about the development process, and discover how this new resource can be used to support you, and your team in a wider understanding of, and reflection on the sector.

To attend this online launch, please register your details here.

The Power of a Promise: Supporting our Care Experienced Learners - Wednesday 14 August, University of Glasgow

The Power of a Promise: Supporting our Care Experienced Learners 

Wednesday 14th August

Hosted by University of Glasgow, James McCune Smith Building – Lunch Provided.

9.30-3.30pm (Registration at 9am in the Wolfson Medical School Building)

There is no charge for this event.

 

Join The Hub for Success  for an engaging and interactive “Sharing the Learning” day. Together, we’ll delve into what it means to be trauma-aware, explore actionable changes to support your care-experienced learners, and share insights on how we are upholding The Promise Scotland across our organisations.

This event offers a unique opportunity to learn from peers, exchange best practices, and collaborate with others dedicated to supporting the care-experienced community. It is designed for anyone involved in the care and development of care-experienced individuals, as well as those interested in enhancing support systems within further and higher education.

To register, sign up here: https://forms.office.com/e/dt1b93nG0j

Express your interest by completing the form; this means you have a space.

Save the date in your diary. And look out for another email from the staff at the Hub – please note it will be an Edinburgh Napier email address.  

More information will follow including details of workshops.

If you have any questions, please email n.mccrossan@napier.ac.uk

 

UCAS Train the Trainer

Register your interest in the UCAS Train the Trainer events.

As part of the Fair Access programme, UCAS are expanding the training and support we can offer organisations delivering outreach activity to students. Their ‘Train the Trainer’ is designed to be very practical, delivered in a way that delegates can pass on the information, skills and knowledge. It includes operational UCAS training, resources and tools you can use in student facing sessions, as well as data insights about underrepresented groups in higher education.

Register your interest here.

University Open Days 2024

HELOA Scotland have compiled a full list of Open Days for Scottish Universities in 2024.
You can view this 2024 Open Day calendar here.

There is also a list of contacts for teachers, and advising staff, here.

SCQF School Ambassador Programme

SCQF SCHOOL AMBASSADOR PROGRAMME

The SCQF School Ambassador programme offers schools the opportunity to learn more about the benefits of the SCQF and the wider ways in which it supports learners such as recognising wider achievement, developing Senior Phase learning pathways in line with the Developing the Young Workforce strategy and giving equality between vocational and academic qualifications.

There are already 50 schools involved and SCQF are keen to include more schools to participate.

Benefits include:

  • Free training with school staff to raise awareness of the SCQF and the School Ambassador programme
  • Access to a set of practical resources to help deliver in house training for pupils, parents and staff. As with many great Ambassador programmes, Pupil Ambassadors are the key. We’ll give you the tools to deliver training sessions with them so they can help raise awareness and use their creativity to engage parents and their peers.
  • Essential resources to help everyone involved in the school community understand the SCQF and how it can be used to develop learner pathways.
  • Share ideas and best practice with over 200+ schools in Scotland covering subject pathways, understanding qualifications and recognising personal achievement.
  • Regular support and engagement and showcasing of what’s working well with your school.
  • Attend SCQF best practice events and projects.
  • Progress through SCQF  recognition programme, showcasing the great work you’re doing but also get the recognition you deserve!
  • Take part in SCQF competitions through our social media.

Colleagues are asked to share information about this scheme amongst their networks

 

See SCQF  School Ambassador Programme for more info