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Academics' conceptualisations of the research-teaching nexus in a research-intensive Irish university: A dynamic framework for growth & development.
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Learning & Instruction . Apr2019, Vol. 60, p301-309. 9p. - Publication Year :
- 2019
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Abstract
- Abstract The interdependent relationship between research and teaching is at the heart of research-intensive universities. In the present study, an initial electronic quantitative survey was undertaken following which, we performed 28 in-depth, semi-structured interviews amongst a cross-section of faculty in a research intensive Irish university to capture how faculty conceptualise the relationship between research and teaching. Our qualitative analysis revealed a dynamic framework with three interacting phases: 1) teaching is enhanced by research 2) learning research skills and competencies; and 3) student engagement with research practice. These themes contribute to the development of the student as a researcher and the implicit vision of the research-intensive university as a 'community of scholars' where teaching enhances research and research enhances teaching. The perceived benefits of teaching on research provides a new insight into the research and teaching nexus from which the opportunity exists to foster these approaches and develop institutional policy to grow and sustain the research-teaching interactions. Highlights • Academic faculty reported that their teaching is enriched by research. • Academic faculty placed a high value on students learning the competencies associated with research. • Teaching and research were perceived to be two-way and mutually enhancing. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 09594752
- Volume :
- 60
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Learning & Instruction
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 134928192
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.learninstruc.2017.10.005