Learning resources

We have compiled a list of useful resources and links to support SES colleagues learning and development. These resources work best when accessed through the Internet Explorer browser.

Service knowledge and delivery (function specific)

Quality Assurance

• SES Essentials: An Introduction to Quality Assurance (e-learning resource)
• Maintaining University programme and module catalogues:Programme Mapping (how mapping can be used to create an industrial or international version of a programme)

Assessment

• SES Essentials: An Introduction to Assessment (e-learning resource)

• SES: Preparation for Formal Examination (e-learning resource)

• SES: Supporting Assessment, Progression and Award Boards  (e-learning resource)

• SES: Exams and Progress Team (e-learning resource) 

Programme Support

• Overview of activity and training/resources available & training timeline
• SES: Student Fees (e-learning resource)
• SES: Record Keeping (e-learning resource)
• Timetabling (Syllabus Plus) training

Student Support

• SES Essentials: An Introduction to Supporting Students (e-learning resource)
• SES: Graduation (e-learning resource)
• Mental health E-learning Package (for non-specialist staff offering front line support to students)
• Staff section of the Careers Centre website includes information and resources for staff to use in supporting students with careers/employability. The Careers Centre also offers ad hoc training for University staff, depending on demand and capacity; contact them to discuss requirements.
• SES colleagues supporting students may find it useful to refer to Skills@Library's provision of support including online resources on Referencing, Maths, Reading and Writing Skills.

Admissions

See the admissions pages of the SES website for a range of resources, training guides and relevant information.

Service knowledge and delivery (cross functional)

• Banner training and resources are available via the SIMS training home page
• Invigilation Training
• IT training, online courses and resources, including MS Office packages are available via the IT website
• Train the Trainer resources: writing aims and learning outcomes; developing training content; training delivery
• SAP training and resources
• SES knowledge and skills map (pdf) - sets out the knowledge and skills necessary across the whole organisation to deliver a sector-leading Student Education Service

Collaboration, support and communications

• Leeds AUA network
• Networking tip sheet (pdf)  
• Other networks at the University of Leeds: networks listed on For Staff website

Personal and professional effectiveness  

• Guidance on Inclusive Teaching
• Guidance on preparing papers for University committees
• Template action plan - use this Word template to help you plan and achieve your goals
• A learning log is a useful tool to help you track your professional development activities and embed your learning - learning log template and guidance (powerpoint)
• Skills training is available through the Logik Centre, subject to funding. Contact logikcentre@leeds.ac.uk for information.
• Useful guides - these Pansophix learning resources are licensed for University use by OD&PL, and provide guidance on a wide range of topics relating to self development, working with others and management.

Leadership Development Programmes

• Leadership & Professional Skills (provided by OD&PL)