http://dspace.newport.ac.uk:8080/dspace The DSpace digital repository system captures, stores, indexes, preserves, and distributes digital research material. Search the Channel search http://dspace.newport.ac.uk:8080/dspace/simple-search http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/354 Title: E-theses: metadata record<br/><br/>Authors: Other, A.N.<br/><br/>Abstract: This is the abstract for the test record. It highlights all the metadata we will need to handle. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/352 Title: Linking community education and research in Wales: a report of a post-conference field visit to the Blaenavon forgotten landscapes and Big Pit<br/><br/>Authors: Pinder, J; Johnson, Robert Thu, 01 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/351 Title: Young people today face problems and issues that transcend national borders and challenge professional boundaries. Developing collaborative European partnerships and multi-disciplinary perspectives on working with young people<br/><br/>Authors: Buzaityte-Kasalyniene, J; Edwards, M; Østerhaug, R<br/><br/>Abstract: This paper originates from willingness by academics in three European Higher Education institutions to collaborate on a practice framework for working with young people. Student experiences acquired during work practice in the three home institutions is used as a base for critical reflection and analysis. Processes required for creating effective partnerships with other Higher Education institutions in Europe are presented and the development of a collaborative proposal for an Erasmus Intensive Programme is discussed. Arguments for closer professional collaboration and the need to cross both national and professional boundaries are developed while acknowledging the challenges to the partners of working within a multi-disciplinary context. Thu, 01 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/350 Title: Negotiating curriculum: a case study<br/><br/>Authors: Davies, C; McCarthy, K<br/><br/>Abstract: Through a research-based case study, this paper illustrates how an alternative curriculum, linked directly to pedagogy and methodology emerging from action inquiry, can direct the development of an appropriate teaching approach, and recruit and engage non-traditional learners, in addition to ensuring retention, progression and achievement. The case study is the BeWEHL (Bettering Wellbeing, Education, Health and Lifestyle) Initiative, funded between 2000 and 2006 by the Welsh Assembly Government as a research-based project. The initiative benefited from support from the European Social Fund (2002 – 2006), which allowed the research findings and curriculum developed to be tested in a development situation alongside the ongoing research. The initiative is now core funded by the University of Wales, Newport. An overview of the methodology used to secure engagement, develop and negotiate curriculum, is presented in addition to addressing the high levels of both academic and personal student support required when working with marginalised communities and individuals. The student experience and validity of approach is highlighted, in addition to the outcomes of engagement. Thu, 01 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT