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Biography
I have worked in Learning Development for the past fifteen years in various roles. I am currently a Learning Development Tutor, a Fellow of the HEA, also obtained CeP and has a MA in History.
Research Interests
My current research interests include collaboration on a Black Student working group, aiming to address the attainment and retention gap. My main research focus is part of funded research project that has created a skills workbook for students to use throughout their studies and evaluating its effectivness in confidence building and attainment.
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Creating a digital workbook to enhance student academic skills: a self-paced journey
Johnstone, K. (PI) & Swinton, K. (CoI)
2/11/20 → 30/06/21
Project: Internal Fund › Learning Enhancement & Innovation Fund
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Positive reframing/rethinking: the simple, effective strategy for tutorials
Swinton, K., 27 Mar 2024, In: Journal of Learning Development in Higher Education. 30, p. 1-8 8 p., 30.Research output: Contribution to Journal › Comment/Debate
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The BTEC ‘problem': one strategy aiming to help with retention, attainment and progression
Swinton, K., 5 Oct 2020, Academics as changemakers: Addressing challenges in HE context, 2, p. 30-37.Research output: Contribution to Specialist Publication › Article
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A new approach to university-wide learning resources: rapid course development using a blog platform for delivery.
Thomas, S., Johnstone, K. & Swinton, K., 26 Mar 2018.Research output: Contribution to Conference › Poster › peer-review
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Teaching academic skills using a blended model; How good is it really?
Swinton, K., 12 Apr 2017.Research output: Contribution to Conference › Abstract › peer-review
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The App: learning development, a mobile future
Swinton, K., 5 Jul 2016.Research output: Contribution to Conference › Abstract › peer-review
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Mentoring at the University of Northampton
Swinton, K., 21 May 2015.Research output: Contribution to Conference › Abstract › peer-review
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The App: Learning Development a Mobile Future
Swinton, K. & Jolley, S., 1 Apr 2015.Research output: Contribution to Conference › Abstract › peer-review
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Drop in the ocean: a dissemination of research carried out on the effectiveness of CfAP drop-ins
Swinton, K., 18 May 2014.Research output: Contribution to Conference › Abstract › peer-review
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Working together to move the profession forwards (Librarians and Learning Development).
Siddall, G. (Speaker) & Swinton, K. (Speaker)
11 Jun 2024Activity: Academic Talks or Presentations › Conference Presentation › Research
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Working in collaboration to enhance the student experience.
Siddall, G. (Author) & Swinton, K. (Author)
17 Jun 2024Activity: Academic Talks or Presentations › Conference Presentation › Research
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Enhancing the academic journey: Attainment and retention
Swinton, K. (Author) & Siddall, G. (Author)
24 Oct 2023Activity: Academic Talks or Presentations › Seminar/Workshop › Research
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The creation and deployment of a digital skills workbook: Giving students autonomy over their learning development
Swinton, K. (Speaker) & Beeson, H. (Speaker)
14 Jun 2022Activity: Academic Talks or Presentations › Conference Presentation › Research
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Embedding skills through active blended learning
Swinton, K. (Author) & Beeson, H. (Author)
31 Jul 2022Activity: Academic Talks or Presentations › Seminar/Workshop › Research
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Creating a digital workbook to enhance student academic skills - a self paced journey
Johnstone, K. (Author) & Swinton, K. (Speaker)
15 Jun 2021Activity: Academic Talks or Presentations › Oral presentation › Research
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The organic workshop
Swinton, K. (Author)
9 Apr 2020Activity: Academic Talks or Presentations › Workshop › Teaching
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Transitions and Aspirations
Swinton, K. (Speaker)
10 May 2019Activity: Academic Talks or Presentations › Workshop › Research