Using visiting lecturers in teaching archaeology: making the most of this resource.

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There is an unwritten assumption that using visiting lecturers (VLs), is 'good' for student learning. In archaeology, using VLs means that students can make contact with professionals working in units, museums or local authorities, which increases their real world knowledge, allows them to network and improves their employability. The aim of this research project is to investigate this assumption within the context of i) the probable lack of L&T training of the VLs ii) our lack of knowledge of what students gain from VLs and iii) the 'grey area' between expert speakers and speakers who are invited because teaching cover is needed. The project will collect data from 11 archaeology departments across the country via a questionnaire, and undertake interviews with VLs and programme leaders at the University of Winchester, as well as doing focus group work with undergraduates. 

Dr Fiona Handley, Teaching and Research Fellow, Learning and Teaching Development Unit, University of Winchester

Dr Paul Everill, Lecturer in Applied Archaeological Techniques and Research Informed Teaching Project Officer, University of Winchester.

Contact(s)

Dr Fiona Handley (Fiona.Handley@winchester.ac.uk)

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