A space for staff and students to share ideas, case studies and innovation in teaching and learning.
A space for staff and students to share ideas, case studies and innovation in teaching and learning.
Professor Rachel Horn‘s journey into engineering education began after a decade in industry, followed by a PhD and nearly 20 years of teaching at Sheffield. With a strong focus on design and civil engineering practice, she played a leading role…
In this blog, Marsya Ali profiles Dr Julian Dean, Senior Lecturer in Materials Science at the University of Sheffield and winner of the University’s Education Award for Teaching Practice in Engineering and Overall. The blog explores Julian’s approach to making…
During a recent visit to India, Dr Pete Mylon explored new partnerships with leading institutions, sharing insights on student-led makerspaces like the iForge in Sheffield and practical learning. In this blog, he reflects on his experience and the exciting opportunities…
Ever felt like a lab session dragged on forever, or that you were just another face in a crowded room? A new study by Stephen Beck, Panos Lazari, and Matteo Di Benedetti from the University of Sheffield’s Faculty of Engineering…
Twelve Architects, who worked closely with engineers and University of Sheffield stakeholders to design and deliver The Diamond building, have taken the opportunity to reflect on what The Diamond has become and what it has meant to those who use…
Cathy Collett from the School of Chemicals, Materials and Biological Engineering at the University of Sheffield gives an overview of a novel style of lab video. What is a Tasty-style Lab Video? For the last couple of years, I have…
Dr Simon Hayes from Multidisciplinary Engineering Education explores how historic aircraft can help engineering students understand structural design. Using examples from early aircraft construction, racing car design and the development of the de Havilland Comet, he considers how engineers identify…