Inquiry learning: A pedagogical and curriculum framework for information literacy

This chapter presents an inquiry learning framework that can be used as a pathway for the development of information literacy in both K-12 and higher education. Inquiry learning is advocated as an authentic and active approach that draws upon students’ natural curiosity. The pedagogical and curriculum framework incorporates three major elements: questioning frameworks, information literacy and an iterative research cycle. Models and strategies for the elements of the framework are presented and discussed. The chapter ends with an acknowledgement of the challenges associated with implementing inquiry learning.

Assessing clinical reasoning: A method to monitor its development in a PBL curriculum

The aim of this study was to develop and trial a method to monitor the evolution of clinical reasoning in a PBL curriculum that is suitable for use in a large medical school. Termed Clinical Reasoning Problems (CRPs), it is based on the notion that clinical reasoning is dependent on the identification and correct interpretation of certain critical clinical features. Each problem consists of a clinical scenario comprising presentation, history and physical examination. Based on this information, subjects are asked to nominate the two most likely diagnoses and to list the clinical features that they considered in formulating their diagnoses, indicating whether these features supported or opposed the nominated diagnoses. Students at different levels of medical training completed a set of 10 CRPs as well as the Diagnostic Thinking Inventory, a self-reporting questionnaire designed to assess reasoning style. Responses were scored against those of a reference group of general practitioners. Results indicate that the CRPs are an easily administered, reliable and valid assessment of clinical reasoning, able to successfully monitor its development throughout medical training. Consequently, they can be employed to assess clinical reasoning skill in individual students and to evaluate the success of undergraduate medical schools in providing effective tuition in clinical reasoning.

Transforming curriculum design: transforming institutions

This briefing looks at lessons and resources from the ongoing Institutional Approaches to Curriculum Design programme that may benefit others undertaking institutional transformation.

Institutional Approaches to Curriculum Design: final synthesis report

This report provides a final synthesis of findings, deliverables and outcomes from the JISC Institutional Approaches to Curriculum Design Programme (the 'Design Programme'), based on the final reports from projects. The report also includes quotes and commentary from ‘Report to JISC: Senior Management Project Interviews’ produced by Professor Peter Chatterton.

Curriculum innovation: pragmatic approaches to transforming learning and teaching through technologies

This report draws together outcomes from the JISC Curriculum Delivery Programme on behalf of JISC and includes recommendations for further investigation.

Transforming Curriculum Delivery through Technology: Stories of challenge, benefit and change

During 2008–2010, the Transforming Curriculum Delivery through Technology Programme investigated the potential for technology to support more flexible and creative models of curriculum delivery. This publication captures outcomes from individual projects and summarises the key points emerging from the programme.

Case study: Engaging and supporting learners by improving curriculum accessibility

Case study on Runshaw College and how teachers, trainers and assessors are being trained to use digital accessibility software to enhance the student experience.

Case study: A holistic approach to embedding technology in curriculum design and planning processes

Case study on the Heart of Worcestershire College and how they are meeting the FELTAG recommendation of achieving a 10% wholly online component of all programmes from September 2015

Case study: Making it happen, embedding digital technologies in curriculum activities

Case study on how South Eastern Regional College are taking a strategic approach to managing and developing digital technologies to enhance the student experience.

¿Cómo desarrollar un curriculum universitario en la sociedad del conocimiento? IKD un modelo de desarrollo curricular en la Universidad del País Vasco

Capítulo del libro: Balluerka Lasa, Nekane; Alkorta Idiakez, Itziar (eds.) "Desarrollo curricular de las nuevas titulaciones de grado" (ISBN: 978-84-9860-533-4)