Inspirational Teaching Awards

2011

Claire CraigIs a role model through her

passion, enthusiasm and subject knowledge is infectious.

Refreshing and interesting relating theory to her everyday practice and makes her topic real to the students.

“… makes me realise there are still amazingly good people left in the world who really want to make a difference to the quality of care people receive from health professionals.”

Dave Eddy Encourages students through

“positive and constructive comments”, professional yet approachable questioning and provoking students to respond.

His commitment is outstanding, responding to emails and answering questions promptly, regularly updating the Blackboard site updating.

“A valuable asset for Sheffield Hallam University”. “SHU can be really proud to have such committed members of staff!!!”

Claire YoungUnderstands the needs

of students and creates a supportive environment in which to learn whilst making difficult subject understandable.

“Absolute passion for her subject”.

“Approachable and friendly”

Michaela BrownShe makes “every

seminar interesting”, “never a dull seminar with Michaela”.

She shows a genuine interest in her students, taking time and listening to students.

She is a role model.

Hilary PengellyCommitted to her students,

she is approachable and caring listening to students, “going the extra mile”.

“She is so enthusiastic when she is teaching it rubs off on us”

“Hilary’s energy and enthusiasm for the subject of social work is immense and she is an inspirational figure who I would hope to emulate”.

Val Keating “She has an innate ability to

identify individuals strengths and weaknesses quickly and find ways to develop learning skills and knowledge in an appropriate manner .“

Inspires students who “are there because they had to” or “had been strong-armed into the course” to become “converted sceptics” willing and enthusiastic continuing their studies voluntarily “largely because of the enthusiasm that Val had injected into the whole group. It was quite contagious”.

Sue FranklinShe is “stubborn and strict

and just what you need to get you going but also have a very human side and can see when you are struggling”. She is clear about what she expects .

Ensures students reach their full potential though encouragement and support.

She builds confidence and self-esteem through thought provoking teaching.