Excellence in Education Research and Practice Group (EERPG)

The Excellence in Education Research and Practice Group (EERPG) aims to establish a vibrant and inclusive community of pedagogical researchers and practitioners across the College of Business and Law at UWE Bristol.

Its central purpose is to explore, enhance, and innovate learning and teaching (L&T) practices in business and law through evidence-based approaches and collaborative engagement.

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Vision

To be a leading, inclusive hub for pedagogical innovation and excellence in business and law education, driving transformative learning experiences through collaborative research and sector-leading practice.

The EERPG is dedicated to advancing learning and teaching in the College of Business and Law by:

building a vibrant community of educators and researchers committed to pedagogical excellence.
conducting and disseminating impactful, evidence-based educational research.
translating insights into innovative teaching practices that enhance student outcomes.
fostering collaboration across disciplines and institutions.
supporting funding initiatives and engaging with national and international networks to elevate the profile of education research.

Research themes

The EERPG provides a forum for research activity in the field of learning and teaching practices. The main objective of this research group is to explore, enhance, and innovate learning and teaching (L&T) practices and understand contemporary Higher Education issues in the fields of business and law.

These research themes align with common academic roles and responsibilities, while also reflecting current priorities in UK higher education, helping us structure academic inquiry and development.

Assessment and feedback

Authentic assessment
Assessment literacy
Feedback (formative vs summative)

Curriculum design and pedagogy

Inclusive curriculum development
Active learning strategies
Decolonising the curriculum

Digital education and innovation

Blended and hybrid learning models
Use of AI and learning analytics
Virtual labs and simulations

Student engagement and experience

Co-creation with students
Belonging and identity in learning
Transition and retention strategies

Technology-Enhanced Learning (TEL)

LMS/VLE
Multimedia learning design
Accessibility and UDL (Universal Design for Learning)

Professional development and capacity building

CPD for digital pedagogy
Communities of practice
Scholarship of teaching and learning (SoTL)

Programme leadership and quality assurance

Curriculum coherence and mapping
External examiner engagement
Benchmarking and standards

Strategic alignment

Employability and skills agenda
Industry-academic partnerships
Graduate attributes and outcomes

Strategic teaching and learning leadership

Institutional T&L (Teaching and Learning) strategy
Change management in education
Policy and governance

T&L evaluation and impact

Measuring learning outcomes
TEL impact studies
Data-informed decision-making

Equality, diversity and inclusion

Supporting under-represented groups
Inclusive teaching practices
Neurodiversity in learning

Academic advising and personal tutoring

Holistic student support
Early intervention strategies
Mental health and well-being

Quality enhancement and assurance

TEF and NSS strategy
Internal review mechanisms
External accreditation and benchmarking

Contact

Please direct any general enquiries in the first instance to the Dr Anabela Soares, Research Group Leader (anabela.soares@uwe.ac.uk).

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