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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

This month's Praxis podcast episode is available! @oliviakellyou.bsky.social chats to Jo Bartlett & Vicky Heffer from @openuniversity.bsky.social's Nursing programme about a scholarship project on peer-mentoring for new practice tutors. Have a listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/1fbP...

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Episode 16: Mentoring Matters: Insights from Practice Tutors in Nursing and Social Work

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

How can technology strengthen community in distance education? Olivia Kelly’s Praxis Project, Creating Harmony from Discord, explores innovative ways to support connection and belonging for remote learners. #OnlineLearning #DistanceEducation #TeachingInnovation university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

✨ We’re gearing up for the 8th annual Praxis Festival of Scholarship this week! Led by @azumahcarol.bsky.social the event is open to everyone, and we’d love you to join us. 🔗 View the full programme and register on our website: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-... #SoTL #FestivalOfScholarship

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Join us on 29 April for the Into Practice hub’s first seminar! With @ursulastickler.bsky.social, Leigh Worrall, and a keynote from Kris Stutchbury on teacher development in sub‑Saharan Africa. Details: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-... #SoTL @azumahcarol.bsky.social

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

No April Fools here - the latest Praxis podcast episode now available! @oliviakellyou.bsky.social chats with Olwyn O'Malley & Joanna Mirek-Tooth to explore their recent scholarship project supporting joint-degree students at the @openuniversity.bsky.social Listen 👉 open.spotify.com/episode/0Eou...

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Episode 15: Quiet complexity of joint degrees

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

🐣 Taking a moment this Easter break to plan your next scholarship project? The Praxis Funding Call 2026–27 is open! We’re backing students‑as‑partners projects that build on existing scholarship and align with advancing social mobility. Message us for your application form.

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

How can interactive tools support critical writing? Bob Hallawell’s Praxis Project explores a new interactive writing tool in Demystifying Critically. Watch the video to learn more. #EdTech #AcademicSkills @openuniversity.bsky.social @azumahcarol.bsky.social university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Here we go! Welcome Dr Mark Carrigan our keynote for this year’s Open University #PraxisOpenSeminar2026

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Excited to welcome Dr Mark Carrigan as keynote speaker for our @OpenUniversity #PraxisOpenSeminar2026! From Anxiety to Agency: Unlocking AI’s Creative Potential in Higher Education Join us from 9:45 for a chat ahead of a prompt 9:55 start. Don’t miss it! @azumahcarol.bsky.social

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Looking forward to tomorrow’s #OpenUniversity #PraxisOpenSeminar2026: From Anxiety to Agency – Unlocking AI’s Creative Potential in HE. As AI sparks worry and debate, how do we move beyond fear? @MarkCarrigan will explore how AI can catalyse creativity and deeper thinking. @CarolAzumah

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Exploring new ways to support future teachers – Watch Cath Bleasdale’s video on developing reflective practice in teacher education through collaborative toolkit design #TeacherEducation #ReflectivePractice @openuniversity.bsky.social @azumahcarol.bsky.social university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Register now for the Praxis Festival of Scholarship 2026! Join us for a day of inspiring sessions, practical insights, and celebration of scholarship across WELS and beyond. 🔗 Register now: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-... @azumahcarol.bsky.social @openuniversity.bsky.social

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Join us tomorrow for the final event in our current #ScholarshipMatters series, where our language colleagues will explore the question: “What counts as research?” Find full details and register via our website: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

There’s still time to register! Join us for an exciting conversation on the role of AI in education and research. Keynote speaker Dr Mark Carrigan will share expert insights on how these technologies are transforming the academic landscape. Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/events/19789...

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

Curious about what’s new in scholarship and innovation at the OU? Dive into our March newsletter for fresh insights, updates, and upcoming events. Take a look: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

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The March 2026 issue of the Praxis Pulse newsletter is now available. This edition highlights upcoming events, including the Praxis Open Seminar on From Anxiety to Agency: Unlocking AI’s Creative Pote...

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

Why is it challenging to recruit younger students for research? In this Scholarship Matters session, Tamsin Smith shares insights from a project exploring 18–25-year-old nursing students’ sense of belonging & lessons learned from low participation. Watch here: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

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The Open University

OU login required to register for event Presenter: Tamsin Smith

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

We're looking forward to our next #ScholarshipMatters event! Join us for “What counts as research?” with Mara Fuertes-Gutierrez, Laura Puente Martin and Anna Tudela Isanta. Find out more and register via our website: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

Ready to spring into our #ScholarshipMatters event? 🌱 Join us tomorrow as we explore what it means to be an AI‑enabled, EDIA‑informed pedagogue. Register here university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

✨ New Praxis Podcast Episode. Host @oliviakellyou.bsky.social chats with Lisa Bowers & Hannah R. Marston about future tech and accessibility. They explore emerging tech as a leveller. A thoughtful, pragmatic look at building a more inclusive digital world. Listen 👉 open.spotify.com/episode/3GsE...

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Episode 14: Future Tech, Accessibility and the Human Experience with Drs Hannah R. Marston and Lisa Bowers

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

🎉 Big congratulations to our colleagues behind the top three most‑viewed Praxis #SoTL projects on the Scholarship Exchange! Curious who made the list? Explore their brilliant work on our website: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

We can't wait to engage with you next week at the next #ScholarshipMatters event. Join us for 'Becoming an AI-enabled and EDIA-informed pedagogue' with Rachele de Felice Find out more and register via our website university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Can’t wait for next week’s #ScholarshipMatters event? Why not revisit an inspiring session to tide you over! Catch Jon Rainford and Kate Oakley as they explore how co‑creation can transform scholarship practice 🎥 Watch the session here: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

🎉 The Praxis Festival of Scholarship 2026 is now live! Join us for a day of inspiring sessions, practical insights, and celebration of scholarship across WELS and beyond. 🔗 Register now: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-... @azumahcarol.bsky.social @openuniversity.bsky.social

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

How do students truly connect in a digital classroom? Catch Scholarship Matters session "Study With Me: Social Learning in Distance Education" to dive into the research on fostering meaningful peer connections and community in online learning. Watch here: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

APP Praxis Project Call now open! We’re seeking proposals on: ☕How virtual mental health cafés support student wellbeing & engagement 📚A critical literature review of Access & Participation Plans Message us for an application form @openuniversity.bsky.social @azumahcarol.bsky.social

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

🤩What a wonderful, insightful seminar on 'Social Media and Student Belonging' with our guest speaker @heydrvanessa.bsky.social discussing the importance of social media spaces for students and the importance of peer interaction. Recording is available for members of the Social Media Scholarship Hub.

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

☕️ Start your week with a warm drink and a spark of insight! Catch up on our 'Demystifying Criticality: scoping the potential of an interactive writing tool' event with Bob Hallawell & Deborah Cooper Watch here 👉 university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-... #AcademicSky #EduSky #SoTL

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

The recording of #ScholarshipMatters event “Discord for Connection: Building Community Through Tech” by @oliviakellyou.bsky.social is now available! Discover how Discord can support student belonging, collaboration, and digital engagement. 📌 Watch here: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

AI is reshaping the future of scholarship—are you ready? 🤖✨ We’re thrilled to share that Dr Mark Carrigan will be keynote speaker, sharing expert insights on AI’s transformative role in education and research. Don't miss out on the conversation of the year! 👇 university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

Praxis Podcast Episode 13 is live! Dr Mark Carrigan and @oliviakellyou.bsky.social discuss how Gen-AI is transforming teaching, marking and academic identity, from invisible teaching labour to shifting trust between students, staff and institutions. Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/5QIu...

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Episode 13: Generative AI in Academic Life with Dr Mark Carrigan

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

How are students choosing their digital tools for group work in 2026? We’re excited to share our session with Poppy Gibson as part of our #ScholarshipMatters series looking at the shift in digital collaboration and teaching strategies. 🔗 Watch here: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

GenAI is here, but how do we keep it equitable? Rachele De Felice will discuss a new short course designed to blend AI literacy with EDIA principles. More on our website: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-... @azumahcarol.bsky.social @openuniversity.bsky.social #EduSky #AcademicSky

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

Our Praxis Social Media Scholarship Hub is hosting a public seminar on Social Media & Student Belonging with Guest Speaker @heydrvanessa.bsky.social on 10 Feb, 12–1pm (UK). We’ll discuss how social media supports student belonging in HE. To attend, contact @oliviakellyou.bsky.social for an invite.

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

Missed one of our fabulous Scholarship Matters Seminars? Don’t worry — we’ll be sharing the recordings over the next few weeks, so keep your eyes peeled! @azumahcarol.bsky.social @openuniversity.bsky.social #EduSky #AcademicSky

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

📣Praxis Open Seminar 2026📣 From Anxiety to Agency: Unlocking AI’s Creative Potential in Higher Education All are welcome! Further details and registration on our website university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-... @azumahcarol.bsky.social @openuniversity.bsky.social #EduSky #AcademicSky

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

📣 Last call to join us tomorrow for 'Recruiting younger nursing students to participate in research' with Tamsin Smith. Details and registration on our website university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-... @azumahcarol.bsky.social @openuniversity.bsky.social

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

Our monthly podcast series has a new episode out today 🚨 This month, @oliviakellyou.bsky.social, @poppygibsonuk.bsky.social and Natasha Steer reflect on their involvement in a social media campaign to promote OU induction for new students. Grab a warm drink ☕and have a listen here: bit.ly/44U1svb

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

Wishing our Praxis friends a peaceful Christmas🎄✨ May the final days of 2025 be gentle, and may your 2026 be full of joy and new adventures. Thank you for being part of our community this year!

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

Ease yourself back into #SoTL in January with our first event of 2026! Join us for 'Recruiting younger nursing students to participate in research' with Tamsin Smith. Details and registration on our website university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-... @azumahcarol.bsky.social @openuniversity.bsky.social

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

Join @azumahcarol.bsky.social and @jonrainford.bsky.social at midday tomorrow for our collab deep diving into undergraduate views on progressing to postgraduate study! More details and registration via our website university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

We are excited for @jonrainford.bsky.social to present our next #ScholarshipMatters event 'Undergraduate Views on Progression to Postgraduate Study' on 17th Dec! Find out more and register on our website university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-... @azumahcarol.bsky.social @openuniversity.bsky.social

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

🎙️New Podcast Episode: Host @oliviakellyou.bsky.social speaks with @lina-furnell.bsky.social & @dapofadoju.bsky.social on their pioneering work embedding #EDIA at the OU. Highlights: • Motivation for change • Actions by EDI champions driving change • Challenges & reflection Listen now: bit.ly/4on2Z3H

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Episode 11: Embedding Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (EDIA) at the OU with Lina Furnell & Ola Fadoju

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

Join us online for our next #SoTL event - 'Study With Me': Social Learning in Distance Education by @katenewtonoakley.bsky.social Full details on our website: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-... @azumahcarol.bsky.social @openuniversity.bsky.social

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

The new Praxis Pulse Newsletter is live! Highlights from an inspiring year, a message from Prof. Carol Azumah Dennis, a powerful video on learning behind bars, and fresh updates from across our scholarship hubs. Explore the newsletter 👇 university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

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Our latest external newsletter, Praxis Pulse, looks back on a standout year of critical inquiry and collective creativity. Inside, Prof. Carol Azumah Dennis kicks things off with a message celebrating...

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

Curious what it’s really like to study a Joint Degree at the OU? Joanna Mirek-Tooth & Olwyn O’Malley share insights from their Praxis-funded project in a new blog! Check it out 👇 university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

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We’re pleased to share that Part 1 of a new blog series from Praxis researchers Joanna Mirek-Tooth and Olwyn O’Malley has been published on SCiLAB’s website. Their project investigates what it’s like ...

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

Join us tomorrow for an insightful #SoTL session: “Demystifying criticality: scoping the potential of an interactive writing tool” with Bob Hallawell and Deborah Cooper. Don’t miss out—explore the potential with us! ✅ Register now via our website: university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

🎥 Project leads share the stories and real-world impact behind their work in our new video series. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at the passion and purpose driving every project. Dive in and get inspired! university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-... @openuniversity.bsky.social @azumahcarol.bsky.social

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OU WELS Praxis @welspraxis.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

Praxis Hub lead, Lisa Bowers, contributes her expertise to the BBC show ‘Seeing into the Future’! Presented by Chris McCausland it explores emerging tech enhancing life for those with different ability needs 📺 Sun 23rd Nov 8pm BBC Two More on our website university.open.ac.uk/scholarship-...

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We are pleased to share that our Praxis Immersive Technologies Hub leader, Lisa Bowers, contributed her expertise on the upcoming BBC programme Seeing into the Future.The programme offers viewers a…

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