A Field Guide to Working in Higher Education: Transitioning from Professional Practice to Academia (1)
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- Synopsis
- Higher education has had a long and growing association with professional practice. Yet the need to unpack and demystify the day-to-day workings has never been greater, especially for new pracademics – academics entering from professional practice. Mapped to the Advance HE Professional Standards Framework (PSF 2023) and the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE), this invaluable guide will help you navigate your new academic career, covering all key aspects to support a successful transition. Key features include the following: Hints, tips, narratives, and examples from experienced pracademics from a diverse and broad range of professions and higher education institutions Support and guidance on the academic role, teaching, learning and assessment, supporting students, researching and supervision, academic well-being, and continuing professional development. A ‘go-to’ Learning Activity Compilation. Practical strategies and guidance to swiftly adapt to your academic practices A detailed glossary to quickly locate key terms Packed full of practical guidance, this go-to guide will act as the perfect companion to help you navigate through your new pracademic career. It is essential reading for anyone taking part in an accredited academic initial professional development programme, as well as those more experienced academics who want to refresh their knowledge and understanding.
- Copyright:
- 2025
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Publisher Quality
- Book Size:
- 306 Pages
- ISBN-13:
- 9781040320082
- Related ISBNs:
- 9781003388012, 9781032482316, 9781032482323, 9781040320006
- Publisher:
- Taylor & Francis
- Date of Addition:
- 03/12/25
- Copyrighted By:
- Mary Kitchener, The right of Mary Kitchener to be identified as author of this work has been asserted in accordance with sections
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
- Nonfiction, Education
- Submitted By:
- Bookshare Staff
- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.