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Parallel Programming Made Simple: Using Groovy Parallel Patterns

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Kerridge, J. (2021)
Parallel Programming Made Simple: Using Groovy Parallel Patterns. Copenhagen: Bookboon.com
The use of the Groovy Parallel Patterns Library is described, using many diverse examples, showing how a parallel application can be easily created from existing sequential co...

Considering Generic Study Skills and the roles of Academic Advisers

Presentation / Conference
Richards, K., & Pilcher, N. (2021, January)
Considering Generic Study Skills and the roles of Academic Advisers. Presented at ScotHELD Winter 2021 Conference, Online
In this short session we draw on work we have done over a number of years but primarily on a recent paper published in Teaching in Higher Education entitled ‘Study Skills: neo...

The Importance of Authenticity in Cyber Security Training and Education

Presentation / Conference
Macfarlane, R., & Mata de Acuna, J. (2019, November)
The Importance of Authenticity in Cyber Security Training and Education. Presented at JISC Security Conference, Newcastle, England
The knowledge gap between academy and industry is a challenging issue that educators face every day. In the field of cyber security, it is important that students understand t...

Learning-by-doing as a strategy for student engagement

Presentation / Conference
Davison, B. (2018, January)
Learning-by-doing as a strategy for student engagement. Paper presented at Edinburgh Napier University’s Staff Conference 2018, Edinburgh
Fans of TED star Ken Robinson (2006) will immediately recognise the benefits of learning-by-doing (LBD): it prioritises activity over passive reception, allows students the sp...

Internationalising groupwork: collaborative student projects with China and USA

Presentation / Conference
Davison, B. (2017, February)
Internationalising groupwork: collaborative student projects with China and USA. Paper presented at Edinburgh Napier University Learning, Teaching and Research Conference, Edinburgh
The management of remote projects is challenging, especially for students who do not have the framework of a professional environment and a monthly salary for motivation. Addi...

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