The Teaching and Scholarship Podcast

In episode 14 we talk to Kamil Zwolski, who is an Associate Professor in International Politics at The University of Southampton and The Jean Monnet Chair of European Security Governance.  Kamil is at the forefront of innovative applications in education, most notably through his student partnership projects on assessment and feedback utilising MS Teams (something that we now all find ourselves be...

In episode 13 we chat to Professor Tony Sampson, who is the Director of Programmes (Undergraduate) in the Faculty of Medicine and the education lead for the School of Clinical & Experimental Sciences at The University of Southampton. Previously the leader of Year 1 of the Bachelor of Medicine (BM5/6/EU) programme from 2011 to 2018, Tony has won the Vice-Chancellor's Teaching Award (2011) and was v...

In episode 12 we chat to Shahnaz Ibrahim, who is a Senior Teaching Fellow in Strategy, Innovation and Entrepreneurship within Southampton Business School at the University of Southampton. She is also Programme Leader for MSc Digital Business and MSc Entrepreneurship and Management. We caught up with Shahnaz to talk about what it was like to be named the 2019 winner of the Vice Chancellor's Teachin...

In episode 11 we chat to Dr Neil Gostling about all things evolution and biological development (Evo-Devo). Neil is easily one of the most engaging lecturers at the University of Southampton which has led to recognition from both his students (SUSU Excellence in Teaching Awards) and his peers (VC Teaching Award). His non hierarchical style and passion for his subject allow his students to flourish...

In our tenth episode we chat to Russell Bentley who is a Professor of Political Theory within Economic, Social and Political Sciences and Deputy Head of School - Education, at the University of Southampton. Russell talks about the continuous need to engage our students through enthusiasm and passion in our teaching and talks very candidly about the need to recognise and reward teaching excellence....

In episode 9 we chat to Alastair McDonald, who is the Director of Design Education within the School of Engineering, Programme Lead of the Civil Engineering and Architecture course, and Director of the Design Show. We talk to Alastair about his vision towards generating innovative engineering graduates who have the potential to provide sustainable solutions for our societies and environments. Alas...

In episode 8 we chat to Jim Anderson who is a Professor of Mathematics at the University of Southampton. He is currently the Associate Dean (Education) for the Faculty of Social Sciences and a Principal Fellow of Advance HE. We talk about what it is like to lead on education across an entire faculty as well as other important matters, such as why his office is so neat and tidy! We also ask him if...

In episode 7 we talk to Lucy Green, who is an Associate Professor in developmental physiology at the University of Southampton. As a British Science Association Media Fellow, her broadcasting experience has allowed her to raise awareness about the risks of non communicative diseases on those with poor developmental starts in life. Although on a balanced career pathway, Lucy is passionate about res...

In episode 6 we talk to Shelley Parr who is the Director of the Centre for Higher Education Practice (CHEP) at the University of Southampton. In this role she is responsible for a major aspect of the University 10 Year Plan and strategy in leading the transformation of professional learning of academic staff. Formally the Director of Undergraduate Programmes in the Faculty of Medicine, Shelley gai...

Eleanor Quince is a Principal Teaching Fellow in History at the University of Southampton. In recognition of her work in the field of educational development, Eleanor has been awarded Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy. Within the wider University, she works to further the institution's employability agenda. She is Chair of the University's Employability Strategy Network and an Acad...

In episode 4 we talk to Jude Holloway, who is a Professor within the faculty of Medicine at the University of Southampton. Jude's MSc Allergy course is recognised at National, European and Worldwide levels. Her innovative techniques and practices led to a National Teaching Fellowship in 2017. We chat about Jude's passion for teaching and her insights into teaching excellence, the role of technolog...

In episode 3 we talk to James Wilson who is a lecturer in mental health at The University of Southampton. James is an award winning educator and a leading national practitioner of the innovative use of interactive theatre within learning and teaching environments. Amongst other things, we chat with James about his National Teaching Fellowship and his perspectives on why innovation matters in highe...

In epsiode 2 we chat to Simon Kemp who is a Professorial Fellow in education of sustainable development at The University of Southampton. Simon is a well established and leading innovator in teaching excellence in Higher Education and a serial award winner! We talk to Simon about his academic background, tips on career progression along the education pathway and his views on such things as The NSS...

We chat to David Read, Professorial Fellow in Chemistry Education at the University of Southampton, who talks about his career involving educational innovation, his National Teaching Fellowship and his role within The Centre for Higher Education Practice at The University of Southampton.