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1 UAS - Function and Support

2 Structure COMPANY – UNDERGRADUATE AMBASSADORS LTD (UAL) The not-for-profits organisation running the Undergraduate Ambassadors Scheme (UAS) UAS National Director Sharon Anarcaya-Roca UAS National Manager Brian Lockwood Email: Brian.Lockwood@uas.ac.uk Tel / Fax: 01757 210865 Mobile: 07526107088

3 Function of National UAS Guidance on starting & running a UAS module Support to participating universities, schools & undergraduates Further Information Website – www.uas.ac.uk Presentations (downloadable) DVD (hard copy available on request) UAS Information Pack (downloadable) (hard copy available on request) Resources (everything you need, downloadable) Newsletter Questions / further information – please contact UAS

4 on Aims About UAS News & PR – access to newsletters & sign up info Benefits and specific guidance for - Universities Schools Undergraduates Contact details Downloadable resources Website: www.uas.ac.uk www.uas.ac.uk

5 Fact sheets detailing the benefits of UAS for Universities and Schools Case Studies of undergraduates who have completed a UAS module Comments from academics who have run the scheme Endorsements from Professional Bodies who support the scheme UAS Overview Document The UAS Information pack contents are downloadable from the UAS website - hard copies are available on request Information Pack

6 UAS Module Documentation contains all the information required to implement a UAS module. Specifically, UAS provides guidance documents on the following areas: Recruitment, Training and Placement of Undergraduates Recruitment of Teachers and Working with Schools Assessment and Evaluation of the UAS Module –Module Accreditation Module Documentation

7 Recruitment, training and placement of undergraduates Document with everything you need to know about how to recruit, train and place undergraduates in schools Undergraduate Handbook A comprehensive introduction to the scheme, assessment etc Example forms and agreements Examples of - module application form - module interview form - confirmation of placement - confidentiality agreement - code of conduct - child protection statement (Forms to be completed by prospective undergraduates prior to placement). Documentation 1. Recruitment, Training and Placement of Undergraduates (8 documents)

8 2. Recruitment of Teachers and Working with Schools (3 documents) Recruitment of teachers and working with schools Advice and examples of best practice for how to recruit schools and work with teachers Information for teachers Provides an overview of the scheme and sets out what is required of the teachers and of the undergraduate. This document can be given to teachers at the start of a placement. Example school background information form To be completed by schools and assessed by academic when choosing suitable schools to place undergraduates in. Documentation

9 Assessment and evaluation of the UAS module Overview of assessment and evaluation of a UAS module - provides suggested assessment criteria and weightings, school assessment, undergraduate assessment, academic assessment, keeping a log journal and end of unit reports. Example assessment and log sheets Examples of - weekly log sheet - undergraduate evaluation form - undergraduate observation sheet - teacher’s assessment forms (3) - special project log sheet - pre and post tutoring audit of competence sheets - oral presentation assessment form. 3. Assessment and Evaluation of the UAS module (10 Documents)

10 Documentation UAS Documentation may be Adopted or Adapted to suit the specific needs and requirements of each university / department

11 Newsletter Contains UAS news and developments May be accessed through the website Latest and past newsletters available Circulation List – Please sign up via website to receive newsletter Items for newsletter gratefully received

12 UAS provides a framework for a degree course module which gives classroom-based experience to undergraduates. Through this module UAS aims to: Provide undergraduates with key transferable skills. Enhance employability. Provide role models to enthuse pupils about STEM subjects. Give subject specific support to teachers in the classroom; enhancing the curriculum and providing opportunities for continuing professional development Provide teaching experience that encourages undergraduates to consider a career in teaching. Inspire the next generation of scientists, technologists, engineers & mathematicians. Summary

13 SCHOOL SECTOR WIN STEM SECTOR WIN HEI & STUDENT WINUAS

14 Brian Lockwood UAS National Manager Email: Brian.Lockwood@uas.ac.uk or Tel / Fax: 01757 210865 Mobile: 07526107088 Website: www.uas.ac.uk

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