Engaging with the Professional Development Framework: User Perspectives

HECA Academic Quality Enhancement Forum (HAQEF) hosted a National Forum seminar Thursday 23^rd April, 2020 on “Engaging with the Professional Development Framework: User Perspectives”.

The aim of this seminar was to ignite cross-sectoral dialogue around applications of professional development frameworks in higher education.

Participants were introduced to different approaches to implementing professional development frameworks at institutional level. Peer-connections were encouraged through interactive activities and facilitated dialogue.

Speakers discussed their experiences of implementing institutional professional development structures, the challenges and enablers that arose during that process and provided advice arising from their lived experiences.

Karen Fraser Queen's University Belfast Perspective on PD

Marie O'Neill CCT Perspective on PD

Ruth Ní Bheoláin Introduction to NF PD Framework in Institutional Context