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BGU Initial Teacher Education (ITE) students earn nationally recognised Primary Science Enhancement Award (PSEA)
The PSEA scheme enables student teachers to increase their experience and understanding of teaching and learning in primary science. -
Outstanding partnership work celebrated
An award for an outstanding contribution to school partnerships was made in a short presentation to the headteacher and class teachers at Bishop King CE Primary on Wednesday 22nd May. The reason for the award was to celebrate their outstanding achievement in hosting placements over the past five years. This year alone, the school has facilitated 27 placements for teaching trainees derived mainly from the PGCE Primary, but also the Undergraduate BAPE programme – a massive contribution to the future teacher workforce. Speaking to the class teachers who have had trainees in their class this year, Mark Larrad (PGCE Placement Lead) told them: "Your contribution has been outstanding. As mentors to your trainees, you show total dedication and commitment, and your support and encouragement over the years has enabled trainees to excel! In every respect you go over and above." A specially designed certificate acknowledging their commitment (which had been specially approved and by signed by Bishop Grosseteste University's Vice Chancellor Karen Stanton and Chris Davis, who as Head of Partnerships, was also present), was accepted by Jenny Brown (ITE Coordinator) on behalf of all mentors. Bishop King has supported trainees for over 15 years. On a recent visit, an external examiner to the school commented on the high quality of mentoring and the strong nature of the relationship between the teacher mentors and BGU. The headteacher, Mrs Hazel Wheatley, thanked Mark on behalf of her staff. She acknowledged the many strengths that BGU trainees bring and hoped that the school would continue in its partnership in the future. Mrs Wheatley was also presented with flowers by Placement Services Manager Vicki Walker, in recognition of her generous contribution to ITE at BGU. -
Apprenticeship funding secured for Bishop Grosseteste University
Bishop Grosseteste University (BGU) have received over £100,000 of funding towards Initial Teacher Education (ITE) and apprenticeships. -
Tennyson Discovery Sheds New Light On Victorian Poets
Lincolnshire Poet Laureate Alfred Lord Tennyson owned an original copy of William Blake’s masterpiece Illustrations of the Book of Job, a Lincoln academic has discovered. The book, which consists of a series of engraved prints by Blake published in 1826, has been part of the Tennyson Research Centre at Lincolnshire County Council for many years. The discovery by Dr Sibylle Erle is significant as the book had been archived as part of Tennyson’s collection of Old and New Testaments Bibles. Until now Blake scholars were unaware that Tennyson owned one of the 150 original copies of Blake’s Job. “This discovery is of international importance,” said Dr Erle, Senior Lecturer in English at Bishop Grosseteste University. “It poses the question, what did Tennyson make of Blake? “Tennyson probably acquired the book before the publication of the first major Blake biography in 1863, which reignited interest in Blake and his work in the mid-nineteenth century. It’s important to realise that Tennyson got hold of his copy before the Blake revival started. Tennyson has been compared to Blake but now there is evidence that Tennyson was interested in Blake. “I’m still working on the implications of this possession. The interesting question is: who else would have seen it? The Rossettis? Tennyson kept it with some other illustrated books in a prominent position on his drawing room table on the Isle of Wight, where they would have been placed to entertain visitors and to stimulate conversation. “The real discovery is the list of books on Tennyson’s drawing room table. Blake’s Job was one of many illustrated books Tennyson chose to have on display. Blake did his own illustrations but Tennyson couldn’t. Illustrations, of course, were crucial to Victorian book illustration. What did Tennyson make of Blake, his artistic independence and relationship with his audience? That is what I want to think about and find out about.” Grace Timmins, Collections Access Officer at the Tennyson Research Centre in Lincoln, commented: “It’s very pleasing when the unexpected significance of an item is discovered. Connections do emerge in the rich range of material here, but Dr Erle’s visits were particularly fruitful in an unexplored area.” Blake’s biographer Alexander Gilchrist wrote that “The engravings are the best Blake ever did: vigorous, decisive…” while the art critic John Ruskin claimed “Blake is greater than Rembrandt”. Dr Erle has been working on an online exhibition about Tennyson’s copy of The Illustration of the Book of Job. The website can now be found at https://www.lincstothepast.com/exhibitions/tennyson of the books and other items from the Tennyson Archive are on display at Lincoln Central Library from now until 30th September 2013. Dr Sibylle Erle is Senior Lecturer in English at Bishop Grosseteste University in Lincoln. She teaches mainly 18th and 19th-century literature and researches into text/image relationships, Anglo-German relations and problems of representation. -
Mystery Plays Archive Finds New Home at BGU
An archive tracing the Lincoln Mystery Plays back to their modern revival in 1969 has been launched at Bishop Grosseteste University (BGU) in Lincoln. The Lincoln Mystery Plays Archive (incorporating the Keith Ramsay Collection) has now been preserved, catalogued and curated by Susan Rodda, Collections Librarian at BGU, and Claire Lamb. The archive was donated to BGU in 2014 and was jointly launched at BGU by the University and the Lincoln Mystery Plays Trust on Friday 6 October 2017. The Lincoln Mystery Plays (based on the N-Town Plays, a cycle of 42 medieval mystery plays) were revived first in 1969 and again in 1978 by Keith Ramsay, the former Head of Drama at what was then called Bishop Grosseteste College. The plays have since been regularly performed in Lincoln Cathedral as well as in France, Italy and the United States. The archive is a collection of ephemera from the first revival of the Mystery Plays to the latest in 2016. It includes more than 500 photographs, 130 press releases and reviews, 50 items of correspondence, programmes, scripts, working scripts, posters, DVDs of productions, television reports and interviews, music CDs and reference books. The archive will remain in the library but, for research purposes, it now falls under the auspices of the University’s School of Humanities. Susan Rodda commented: “Keith Ramsay, the driving force behind the revival of the Mystery Plays in 1978 and the director of all of the productions up to and including 2000, was keen that the Lincoln Mystery Plays Trust Archive should come to BGU where he taught drama for a number of years. “He was delighted to find that I was to catalogue and curate it, as not only had I been one of his drama students, but I was also in his first 1978 production. It has been a privilege to follow Keith’s 20-year journey through the Mystery Plays, and to watch the plays continue to flourish as they head towards their 40th anniversary. “Bishop Grosseteste University sees the scholarly potential of the Lincoln Mystery Plays Archive for students of medieval drama, community theatre, site-specific drama, religious drama and the practical aspects of staging theatre. “Prior to the official launch the archive had already attracted visitors, and we hope to attract many more. It also provides a rich resource for future directors of the Lincoln Mystery Plays. “The archive will continue to grow as the plays continue through the years, a tribute to one man’s dream and ambition and a testament to Lincoln’s commitment to community theatre.” Mystery plays were plays based on Bible stories which were performed in towns and cities across mediaeval Europe, often in cycles lasting several days. Lincoln had its own Mystery Plays in the Middle Ages but they had been defunct for centuries when they were first revived in 1969. The Lincoln Mystery Plays Company has performed the cycle approximately every four years since 1978. The next scheduled performances will take place in 2020. The archive collection is available to view by appointment only. Email e-mail susan.rodda@bishopg.ac.uk or call 01522 585606. -
BGU Chef aiming to cook up a storm in national competition
Peter Glover, from the Refectory Kitchen Team at Bishop Grosseteste University (BGU), has been nominated to submit a recipe for the 2018 HIT Master Chef Competition as a part of his HIT Master Chef Apprenticeship. The recipe has to cover three specific requirements in creating a signature dish relevant to the menu at his place of work - Locality, Seasonality and Balance in composition and flavour and must include a 200 word Rationale of the Menu item/Ingredients used and how they have developed the dish. 12 contestants from each region will then be selected by a panel of judges, including HIT Chef Academy leads and industry professionals. These 12 apprentices will then go forward to regional cook-offs. The winners and runners up of each regional cook-off will go forward to the grand final, which will be held on Wednesday 6th June at Central Street Cookery School, St Luke’s, London. Here, the finalists will have just one hour to plan and five hours to cook their way to victory, with the chance to win the much-coveted HIT MasterChef trophy as well as a set of knives and other prizes. John Hodson, Operations Manager at BG Lincoln Ltd., was delighted for Peter and congratulated him on his achievement: “This is well deserved recognition for Peter as he looks to cement his skill set with a qualification through the Apprenticeship programme and we would like to wish him every success as the competition progresses.” More details of this year’s competition and what Peter is working towards can be found on the HIT Chef Academy website. -
BGU Lincoln Teenage Market continues to go from strength to strength
written by Jo Tolley – BGU Graduate This July saw the ninth Lincoln Teenage Market held by Bishop Grosseteste University (BGU), in conjunction with Bailgate Area Guild and Lincoln BIG as part of Uphill Lincoln Week. BGU became involved with the Market in 2016 to create enterprising opportunities for the town’s future generation. This gives budding traders, business owners and performers the chance to trial their entrepreneurial ideas in a realistic and supportive environment. In turn, it also enables the public to engage with the University, and Lincoln as a whole, in an authentic way. Over time, the number of entrepreneurs attending the events has expanded to form a community of like-minded and successful individuals, who have similar aspirations for a variety of reasons. A prime example of the entrepreneurial spirit promoted by the Market are Sun and Moon Creations, who craft unique and colourful tie-die clothing, tapestries, and jewellery for the event. They revealed how the Market has helped the business thrive and connect with others: “They are all super helpful and always offer to give some guidance. The vibe that is generated from all these young people aspiring to become independent is really inspiring” The latest Market located in Castle Square was a roaring success. On a glorious summer’s day a wide range of stall holders sold everything from bath soaps to vintage film collectables, meaning there was something for everyone. Combine this with some outstanding live performances, the event triumphantly showcased what Lincoln has to offer. Lovely Lavender, a regular stall found at the Lincoln Market, sold out of most items within the first hour of trading. Jenny Dennis the entrepreneur behind the business makes soaps from the lavender which is grown in her own garden: “It’s great when I do well at any market. This setting is perfect for trading as there’s loads of people and kids on school trips passing through. I’m really pleased with how it’s gone” The Teenage Market was originally set up in 2012 by Joe and Tom Barratt who saw a gap in the Market Trading industry of Stockport. The initiative has since injected energy, diversity and vibrancy into thirty city centres across the UK; giving young entrepreneurs and performers a free platform to practice and demonstrate their creative talents. Lincoln is a thriving hotspot of contemporary and historic culture, with a well-established trading network and an increasing population of young people. It’s no surprise that The Teenage Market found its way to the city to contribute to its development as well as its beloved traditions. If you’d like to find out more about the Lincoln Teenage Market or perhaps get involved as a trader or performer at the next event, please contact the Teenage Market team at: teenagemarket@bishopg.ac.uk. You can also follow Lincoln Teenage Market on Facebook. -
BGU Continue to Nurture Educational Links in Thailand
This week, BGU colleagues travelled to Nakhon Ratchasima Rajabhat University (NRRU) in Thailand to continue developing the partnership between the two institutions. This visit follows the National review of ITE in Thailand led by Professor Chris Atkin, and subsequent visits to Thailand including by the University Vice Chancellor, the Reverend Canon Professor Peter Neil. Professor Chris Atkin, Professor of Higher Education at BGU, was pleased to see work carried out over the last two years continuing to bring positives results: “It is wonderful to be returning to Nakhon Ratchasima Rajabhat University almost exactly two years after I first visited as part of the government funded programme to review Initial Teacher Education. The warmth of our reception is an indicator of the ongoing development of the relationship between the two universities.” Dr. Warisara Yangklang, who teaches on English Programmes at NRRU, joined Professor Atkin in praising the efforts made by the two universities: “It has been a wonderful time to meet our BGU colleagues, and we hope to further develop this good connection in the future. We want to move forward with our project and our collaborative programmes for English language and Research.” A number of Professor Atkin’s colleagues from the school of Teacher Development, including Dr Steven Puttick, Dr Abigail Parrish and Kevin McLaughlin along with BGU’s International Manager Wayne Dyble have been discussing the opportunities for this international partnership to enhance the opportunities available to all of BGU’s students. Dr Nick Gee, Head of the School of Teacher Development at BGU holds a Visiting Professorship at NRRU, and BGU are excited about the growing collaborations between the universities. Over the next two weeks BGU will be delivering courses on Research, and English Language Teaching to staff and students at NRRU. Piyachat Dhephasadin Na Ayudhaya, Director of International Affairs at NRRU, described the positive impact the work of the BGU academics would have: “Having BGU colleagues visiting NRRU will provide a great opportunity for teachers in Korat. Having BGU colleagues delivering sessions on teaching English will help to provide lecturers in NRRU school teachers across the wider Korat region with new approaches towards teaching English.” BGU have a global outlook on education, and our courses offer unprecedented opportunities to travel and teach. You can find more information about all of these, including our BA and MA Courses in TESOL on our website, or by contacting our Enquiries Team. -
Your Opportunity to Help BGU Bring the History of Lincoln’s Female Footballers to Life
Staff and students at Bishop Grosseteste University (BGU) are excited to be working in partnership with the Lincoln Mystery Plays and the Lady Imps Supporters Association to shed a new light on the fascinating, and sometimes controversial, history of Women’s Football in Lincolnshire. With a legacy dating back over 100 years the Lincoln Ladies, or Lady Imps, are one of the Sport’s most enduring teams, gaining huge popularity during the Great War before an FA ban at the end of the conflict forced them to fight for their survival. As the nation marks the centenary of the end of The Great War, BGU and the Lincoln Mystery Plays Company will be curating an exhibition along with an original play ‘The World at Her Feet’ which they hope will not only bring the extraordinary stories of the trailblazing Lady Imps to light, but also inspire a new generation to follow in their footsteps. The exhibition, which follows BGU’s exploration of Women’s Voting Rights in the county, is to be held at Lincoln Central Library and will be open to the public from the 27th of September whilst ‘The World at Her Feet’ will be on show at the Drill Hall from the 11th of November. Together they will offer a unique viewpoint on a fascinating corner of local and sporting history and you now have the opportunity to be a part of it. The Research team at BGU, led by Dr Andrew Jackson, yesterday launched their appeal to local residents for any stories, photographs and memorabilia they might be willing to share with the exhibition. Speaking to Melvyn Prior on BBC Radio Lincolnshire they encouraged any one with memories or items they would like included in this unique project to contact andrew.jackson@bishopg.ac.uk or ladyimps@mail.com. The Research Team at BGU are dedicated to preserving and championing the history of Lincolnshire and its residents. You can keep up to date with all their activities via our website or, if you would like to get involved yourself, you can contact our Enquiries Team to find out how to start your new adventure. -
School of Teacher Development at the TEAN Conference
On the 9th and 10th of May, a group of academics and students from the School of Teacher Development represented BGU at the 10th annual Teacher Education Advancement Network conference, in Birmingham. The TEAN conference offers an opportunity for colleagues to spend time together to share great practice and ideas. The team thoroughly enjoyed the conference, which showcased research from across the UK, with a focus on initial teacher training. The conference is a brilliant opportunity to meet colleagues from institutions and schools who are involved with the training and support of teacher trainees.
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