Deep Learning and Continuing Professional Development

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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?

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?

Over £10 Million

Over £5 Million

Over £6 Million (correct)

Over £1 Million

What is the author's focus in leadership?

Knowledge Exchange and deep learning Signup and view all the answers

What is an outcome of the author's leadership in contract research?

Public sector engagement and international support Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's attitude towards finding solutions?

Passionate and eager Signup and view all the answers

How does the author use technology-enhanced learning?

To support deep learning and Knowledge Exchange Signup and view all the answers

What does technology often bring to the forefront, according to the author?

Social, organizational, and political problems Signup and view all the answers

What was Dr. Adams's initial career?

Acting Signup and view all the answers

Where did Dr. Adams study for her MSc in HCI?

University College London Signup and view all the answers

What department did Dr. Adams conduct her PhD in at UCL?

Psychology and Computer Science department Signup and view all the answers

Which institution is Dr. Adams currently affiliated with?

Open University Signup and view all the answers

What role does Dr. Adams currently hold in the faculty of Wellbeing, Education, and Language Studies?

Associate Director for Academic Professional Development Signup and view all the answers

What type of degree did Dr. Adams complete to improve her reputation as a researcher?

Degree in Psychology with IT Signup and view all the answers

Which project involves collaboration with the OU policing consortium?

The National Centre for Policing Research and Professional Development Signup and view all the answers

Who chairs the Steering Group for the National Centre for Policing Research and Professional Development?

Dr. Steven Chase Signup and view all the answers

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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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.