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University of Derby academic manager receives prestigious National Teaching Fellowship

Paula Shaw, Academic Manager at the University of Derby Online Learning (UDOL), has received a National Teaching Fellowship – the most prestigious individual award in higher education – in recognition of her outstanding impact on student outcomes and the teaching profession.

Posted: 30 August 2018

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University of Derby research shows mindfulness improves sleep in fibromyalgia patients

Researchers at the University of Derby have conducted the first-ever study focusing on exploring the effects of mindfulness for improving sleep in individuals with fibromyalgia.

Posted: 22 August 2018

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New study suggests existence of meditation-induced near-death experiences

New research by the University of Derby into near-death experiences (NDEs) has shown that they can be induced through meditation, with wider implications for our understanding of the phenomena and our ability to examine what happens to a

Posted: 28 March 2018

Fibromyalgia sufferers see chronic pain symptoms reduced in new meditation therapy study

A team of academics has conducted the first study into the effectiveness of compassion meditation for treating fibromyalgia, a debilitating pain condition, which recently hit the headlines for causing Lady Gaga to cancel her world tour.

Posted: 2 March 2018

Global models for online peer observation

Online peer observation is an emerging practice still rare in most universities. In a new pilot project, academics at the University of Derby Online Learning (UDOL) have pioneered a unique approach to online peer observation for tutors.

Posted: 7 November 2017

University of Derby launches online Integrative Health and Social Care HE Diploma

The University of Derby has launched a new course aimed at supporting health and social care workers into higher education while they continue to work and earn.

Posted: 12 September 2017

Cancer Research UK awards £20,000 grant to University of Derby academic

A University of Derby academic is part of a team awarded £20,000 by the Cancer Research UK Prevention Initiative to fund a research study exploring ways to support family and friends through physical activity following a cancer diagnosis.

Posted: 1 August 2017

Understanding the impact of Maths Anxiety on a child’s maths performance

Dominic Petronzi's experience of maths anxiety spurred him on to conduct research into the topic for his PhD. A short CPD course 'Understanding Maths Anxiety' was developed based on his findings.

Posted: 27 June 2017

Understanding mental health in children and young people

Vicky Cockerill, Academic Lead in Mental Health at the University of Derby Online Learning, looks at the realities of mental health issues in children and young people and how we can help to build stronger foundations.

Posted: 16 May 2017

DEVELOP 3D - many disciplines all in one sector and metal from plastic

Dr Justin Steele-Davies, Academic Lead in Engineering at the University of Derby Online Learning, shares his experience of attending the DEVELOP 3D LIVE at Warwick Arts Centre, and the key messages taken from the event.

Posted: 3 May 2017

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