We can't wait to engage with you next week at the next #ScholarshipMatters event. Join us for 'Becoming an AI-enabled and EDIA-informed pedagogue' with Rachele de Felice Find out more and register via our website university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

Can’t wait for next week’s #ScholarshipMatters event? Why not revisit an inspiring session to tide you over! Catch Jon Rainford and Kate Oakley as they explore how co‑creation can transform scholarship practice 🎥 Watch the session here: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

🎉 The Praxis Festival of Scholarship 2026 is now live! Join us for a day of inspiring sessions, practical insights, and celebration of scholarship across WELS and beyond. 🔗 Register now: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-... @azumahcarol.bsky.social @openuniversity.bsky.social

How do students truly connect in a digital classroom? Catch Scholarship Matters session "Study With Me: Social Learning in Distance Education" to dive into the research on fostering meaningful peer connections and community in online learning. Watch here: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

APP Praxis Project Call now open! We’re seeking proposals on: ☕How virtual mental health cafés support student wellbeing & engagement 📚A critical literature review of Access & Participation Plans Message us for an application form @openuniversity.bsky.social @azumahcarol.bsky.social

🤩What a wonderful, insightful seminar on 'Social Media and Student Belonging' with our guest speaker @heydrvanessa.bsky.social discussing the importance of social media spaces for students and the importance of peer interaction. Recording is available for members of the Social Media Scholarship Hub.

☕️ Start your week with a warm drink and a spark of insight! Catch up on our 'Demystifying Criticality: scoping the potential of an interactive writing tool' event with Bob Hallawell & Deborah Cooper Watch here 👉 university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-... #AcademicSky #EduSky #SoTL

The recording of #ScholarshipMatters event “Discord for Connection: Building Community Through Tech” by @oliviakellyou.bsky.social is now available! Discover how Discord can support student belonging, collaboration, and digital engagement. 📌 Watch here: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

AI is reshaping the future of scholarship—are you ready? 🤖✨ We’re thrilled to share that Dr Mark Carrigan will be keynote speaker, sharing expert insights on AI’s transformative role in education and research. Don't miss out on the conversation of the year! 👇 university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

Praxis Podcast Episode 13 is live! Dr Mark Carrigan and @oliviakellyou.bsky.social discuss how Gen-AI is transforming teaching, marking and academic identity, from invisible teaching labour to shifting trust between students, staff and institutions. Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/5QIu...

How are students choosing their digital tools for group work in 2026? We’re excited to share our session with Poppy Gibson as part of our #ScholarshipMatters series looking at the shift in digital collaboration and teaching strategies. 🔗 Watch here: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

GenAI is here, but how do we keep it equitable? Rachele De Felice will discuss a new short course designed to blend AI literacy with EDIA principles. More on our website: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-... @azumahcarol.bsky.social @openuniversity.bsky.social #EduSky #AcademicSky

Our Praxis Social Media Scholarship Hub is hosting a public seminar on Social Media & Student Belonging with Guest Speaker @heydrvanessa.bsky.social on 10 Feb, 12–1pm (UK). We’ll discuss how social media supports student belonging in HE. To attend, contact @oliviakellyou.bsky.social for an invite.

Missed one of our fabulous Scholarship Matters Seminars? Don’t worry — we’ll be sharing the recordings over the next few weeks, so keep your eyes peeled! @azumahcarol.bsky.social @openuniversity.bsky.social #EduSky #AcademicSky

📣Praxis Open Seminar 2026📣 From Anxiety to Agency: Unlocking AI’s Creative Potential in Higher Education All are welcome! Further details and registration on our website university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-... @azumahcarol.bsky.social @openuniversity.bsky.social #EduSky #AcademicSky

📣 Last call to join us tomorrow for 'Recruiting younger nursing students to participate in research' with Tamsin Smith. Details and registration on our website university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-... @azumahcarol.bsky.social @openuniversity.bsky.social

Our monthly podcast series has a new episode out today 🚨 This month, @oliviakellyou.bsky.social, @poppygibsonuk.bsky.social and Natasha Steer reflect on their involvement in a social media campaign to promote OU induction for new students. Grab a warm drink ☕and have a listen here: bit.ly/44U1svb

Wishing our Praxis friends a peaceful Christmas🎄✨ May the final days of 2025 be gentle, and may your 2026 be full of joy and new adventures. Thank you for being part of our community this year!

Ease yourself back into #SoTL in January with our first event of 2026! Join us for 'Recruiting younger nursing students to participate in research' with Tamsin Smith. Details and registration on our website university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-... @azumahcarol.bsky.social @openuniversity.bsky.social

Join @azumahcarol.bsky.social and @jonrainford.bsky.social at midday tomorrow for our collab deep diving into undergraduate views on progressing to postgraduate study! More details and registration via our website university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

Praxis researchers share how student insights are shaping new support to enhance the Joint Degree experience at The Open University. Read more 👉 university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

We are excited for @jonrainford.bsky.social to present our next #ScholarshipMatters event 'Undergraduate Views on Progression to Postgraduate Study' on 17th Dec! Find out more and register on our website university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-... @azumahcarol.bsky.social @openuniversity.bsky.social

🎙️New Podcast Episode: Host @oliviakellyou.bsky.social speaks with @lina-furnell.bsky.social & @dapofadoju.bsky.social on their pioneering work embedding #EDIA at the OU. Highlights: • Motivation for change • Actions by EDI champions driving change • Challenges & reflection Listen now: bit.ly/4on2Z3H

Join us online for our next #SoTL event - 'Study With Me': Social Learning in Distance Education by @katenewtonoakley.bsky.social Full details on our website: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-... @azumahcarol.bsky.social @openuniversity.bsky.social

We are proud to share that the #OpenLearn course 'Supporting University Students with a Mental Health Condition' was developed through a Praxis project led by Joan Simons Details on our website: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-... @azumahcarol.bsky.social @openuniversity.bsky.social

The new Praxis Pulse Newsletter is live! Highlights from an inspiring year, a message from Prof. Carol Azumah Dennis, a powerful video on learning behind bars, and fresh updates from across our scholarship hubs. Explore the newsletter 👇 university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

Curious what it’s really like to study a Joint Degree at the OU? Joanna Mirek-Tooth & Olwyn O’Malley share insights from their Praxis-funded project in a new blog! Check it out 👇 university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

Join us tomorrow for an insightful #SoTL session: “Demystifying criticality: scoping the potential of an interactive writing tool” with Bob Hallawell and Deborah Cooper. Don’t miss out—explore the potential with us! ✅ Register now via our website: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

🎥 Project leads share the stories and real-world impact behind their work in our new video series. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at the passion and purpose driving every project. Dive in and get inspired! university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-... @openuniversity.bsky.social @azumahcarol.bsky.social

Praxis Hub lead, Lisa Bowers, contributes her expertise to the BBC show ‘Seeing into the Future’! Presented by Chris McCausland it explores emerging tech enhancing life for those with different ability needs 📺 Sun 23rd Nov 8pm BBC Two More on our website university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

Our website's had a glow-up! Dive in to explore fresh content: 📅 this year's events 🎬 new project videos, 🎓 Scholarship Hubs ✍️ latest blog posts Let us know what you think! university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-... @openuniversity.bsky.social @azumahcarol.bsky.social

Is your #HE Institute interested in collaborating on #SoTL with @azumahcarol.bsky.social and @openuniversity.bsky.social? We are seeking a new international partner to co-host a series of stimulating online seminars! 🌍 Find out more on our website university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

We are thrilled to share that @poppygibsonuk.bsky.social Praxis project has been published in an @timeshighered.bsky.social article. Read the article here: www.timeshighereducation.com/campus/how-s... @azumahcarol.bsky.social @openuniversity.bsky.social

💡 How can we truly teach criticality? Get ready for an insightful session: "Demystifying criticality: scoping the potential of an interactive writing tool" with Bob Hallawell and Deborah Cooper. Come and explore the potential with us! Register via our website university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

New Praxis Podcast episode with @openuniversity.bsky.social's Liz Hardie, Kate Ritchie & Carol Edwards on using WhatsApp peer mentoring to boost connection, confidence & retention among law students. Hear why students preferred WhatsApp & tips for peer mentoring 👉 bit.ly/490AbKm #DigitalBelonging

⏰Final reminder for tomorrow's 'From Discord to Connection: Building Community Through Tech' - Join online Wed 22 Oct, 1-2pm to hear from @oliviakellyou.bsky.social about how Discord became a thriving space for academic support & peer connection for distance learners. Sign up here 👉 bit.ly/48mzpqT

The Open University is seeking a partnership to co.deliver a seminar series on all aspects of Pedagogic Research, Scholarship and Innivation. Let me know if this appeals. @Welspraxis.bsky.social

The Praxis October Project Call closes tomorrow, 15th October 2025! If you're planning to submit, now is the time to finalise your application. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to secure #PraxisFunding Find all the details on our intranet page openuniv.sharepoint.com/sites/intran...

From Discord to Connection: Building Community Through Tech- Join online Wed 22 Oct, 1-2pm to hear from @oliviakellyou.bsky.social how Discord became a thriving space for academic support & peer connection. Expect fresh ideas on engagement & community in distance education. Sign up 👉 bit.ly/48mzpqT

Autumn is in full swing, and so is our October Project call! There is only one week remaining to submit your #SoTL application. Find all the details on our intranet page openuniv.sharepoint.com/sites/intran...

It's publication day for a new podcast episode! This month we chat with Ximena Arias-Manzano, Dr Simon Penn & Charlotte Mason about a Praxis funded project using screencasts for student assignment feedback, with insights into the emotional & pedagogical impact. Listen here: bit.ly/4o5xZ8G

Curious how students choose digital tools for group work? Join us tomorrow for our #ScholarshipMatters event with @poppygibsonuk.bsky.social for a deep dive into this fascinating topic. Register to attend via our website: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

Still thinking about that #SoTL project idea? Join @azumahcarol.bsky.social at one of our pre-funding workshops on 23rd and 25th September and let’s turn your ideas into reality! Find the registration details on our Intranet page openuniv.sharepoint.com/sites/intran...

I’ve had an amazing couple of days at #TheInternationalNursingScienceAndPractice conference including presenting my research and chairing the event today 👍 such lovely delegates from all over the world too 💕 Thank you @welspraxis.bsky.social for the opportunity to attend 👍

Join us on 24th September for our first #ScholarshipMatters event ‘Students’ Digital Tool Choices in Group Work Collaboration’ with @poppygibsonuk.bsky.social Further details and registration on our website: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-... #OpenUniversity #SoTL

We're embracing meteorological autumn and the new semester by launching our October Project call! Are you ready to collaborate with us on a #SoTL project? Colleagues can find all the details on our Intranet page: openuniv.sharepoint.com/sites/intran... #OpenUniversity

What does Scholarship mean to you? We're continuing the conversation on its true value and impact with our #ScholarshipMatters event series running from Sept 25 - March 26. Check out our Events page for further details and registration: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-... #SoTL #OpenUniversity

The next scholarship seminar in our series with Gothenburg University will discuss 'Teacher professionalism and teacher professional development'. It takes place on Wed 24th Sept from 14:00 - 15:30 on Teams. If you would like to attend, let us know in the replies to receive the Teams link.

After a short break in August, we've a new episode in our Praxis podcast series. This month @oliviakellyou.bsky.social interviews Prof Joan Simons about her recent Praxis project on how students with mental health conditions perceive tutor support. Grab a cuppa and have a listen here: bit.ly/464cOg1

@beranews.bsky.social @markrpriestley.bsky.social @cpaucl.bsky.social @timeshighered.bsky.social @oulibrary.bsky.social @welspraxis.bsky.social @kathyhibbert.bsky.social @kathymchandler.bsky.social Your ideas are welcome.