About TIRIgogy

Concept

TIRIgogy was founded by Nurun Nahar, an Assistant Teaching Professor at the Greater Manchester Business School, in response to a need for offering and evidencing impactful professional development opportunities for academic staff at the University of Bolton. The name was designed keeping the University of Bolton’s Teaching Intensive Research Informed (TIRI) agenda at the heart of this professional development initiative that focuses on improving pedagogical practices of staff in a teaching focused role. Originally launched in September 2023 to support colleagues teaching on the subject disciplines of Management Studies, TIRIgogy CPD events are now available to all academic members of staff to engage with either as an attendee or a speaker (subject to an approval process).

values

TIRIgogy was created with the following core values in mind:

Knowledge Sharing: An important mission of TIRIgogy is to share knowledge freely and accessibly. TIRIgogy values open and transparent sharing of research, teaching methods, and best practices to empower educators and facilitate the spread of knowledge.

Contemplation: Reflective practice and contemplation are essential for personal and professional growth. TIRIgogy promotes self-awareness and thoughtful introspection, encouraging educators to continuously evaluate and improve their teaching and research methods.

Community Engagement: The power of collaboration and community building is essential to the ethos of TIRIgogy. By fostering a sense of belonging, TIRIgogy encourages educators to engage with their local and global communities, and make a positive impact through their teaching and research.

Professional Development: TIRIgogy is committed to providing educators with the tools, resources, and opportunities for continuous professional growth and help refine their teaching skills, deepen their research capabilities, and stay current in their fields.

Academic Development: TIRIgogy acknowledges the importance of academic rigor. It is committed to upholding high standards in research and pedagogy, ensuring that educators have the knowledge and skills to excel in their academic endeavours.

Compassion: We value empathy and compassion in teaching and research. TIRIgogy encourages educators to connect with their students and colleagues on a human level, fostering a supportive and caring learning environment.

Equity: Equity is integral to TIRIgogy's mission and this is evidenced in TIRIgogy’s continuous commitment to creating a level playing field for all educators to showcase their talent and expertise, regardless of their background or circumstances.

These values have not only played a significant role in guiding TIRIgogy’s vision and its current progress but also its continuous commitment to advancing the field of education through research-informed pedagogy.

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