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Questions and Answers
What is often undervalued in deep learning and continuing professional development?
What is often undervalued in deep learning and continuing professional development?
- Simplistic processes
- Surface learning (correct)
- Innovative solutions
- Leadership and expertise
Who are some of the prominent contract research funders mentioned in the text?
Who are some of the prominent contract research funders mentioned in the text?
- UNESCO, World Bank, and international organizations
- European Union and national government departments
- National Science Foundation, NASA, and private corporations
- European Commission, College of Policing, EPSRC, and ESRC (correct)
What is the total amount of funding gained from these contracts?
What is the total amount of funding gained from these contracts?
- Over £10 Million
- Over £5 Million
- Over £6 Million (correct)
- Over £1 Million
What is the author's focus in leadership?
What is the author's focus in leadership?
What is an outcome of the author's leadership in contract research?
What is an outcome of the author's leadership in contract research?
What is the author's attitude towards finding solutions?
What is the author's attitude towards finding solutions?
How does the author use technology-enhanced learning?
How does the author use technology-enhanced learning?
What does technology often bring to the forefront, according to the author?
What does technology often bring to the forefront, according to the author?
What was Dr. Adams's initial career?
What was Dr. Adams's initial career?
Where did Dr. Adams study for her MSc in HCI?
Where did Dr. Adams study for her MSc in HCI?
What department did Dr. Adams conduct her PhD in at UCL?
What department did Dr. Adams conduct her PhD in at UCL?
Which institution is Dr. Adams currently affiliated with?
Which institution is Dr. Adams currently affiliated with?
What role does Dr. Adams currently hold in the faculty of Wellbeing, Education, and Language Studies?
What role does Dr. Adams currently hold in the faculty of Wellbeing, Education, and Language Studies?
What type of degree did Dr. Adams complete to improve her reputation as a researcher?
What type of degree did Dr. Adams complete to improve her reputation as a researcher?
Which project involves collaboration with the OU policing consortium?
Which project involves collaboration with the OU policing consortium?
Who chairs the Steering Group for the National Centre for Policing Research and Professional Development?
Who chairs the Steering Group for the National Centre for Policing Research and Professional Development?
Study Notes
Expertise and Leadership in Digital Practice
- Recognized leadership in digital practice, innovations for deep learning solutions, and knowledge exchange
- Awarded prominent contract research with national and international cross-discipline funders, totaling over £6 Million
Career Achievements
- 20-year career focused on knowledge exchange and professional development through engaged practice and deep learning
- External and internal leadership contributions demonstrated through contract research, public sector engagement, and international support for professional development
Research and Funding
- Upper quartile performance in external research funding
- REF-able publications and strategic and operational changes to the OU's professional development culture
Consultancy and Expertise
- Invitation by government, national, and international bodies for expertise on knowledge exchange, professional development culture change, and innovative knowledge exchange outputs
- Consultant on business projects
Educational Background
- Initial degree in Psychology with IT
- MSc in HCI (human computer interaction) at the UCL interaction center
- PhD at UCL, CS & psychology department, focusing on security, privacy, and multimedia communications
Current Work and Positions
- Associate Director for Academic Professional Development at IET, Open University
- Research lead for innovating pedagogy and senior lecturer in IET
- Associate Director for knowledge exchange and technology pathways in 'The National Centre for Policing Research and Professional Development'
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Description
Explore the importance of deep learning and continuing professional development in avoiding simplistic approaches and promoting engaged practice. Learn about innovations and solutions for effective learning.
