Report: National Network for Teaching and Learning Anthropology Conference, 12-13 November 1999

Authors

  • Celayne Heaton Shrestha University of Sussex

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.22582/am.v2i1.144

Abstract

In order to explore student-led approaches to postgraduate teaching and alternative means of research training a workshop was facilitated by postgraduate students at a conference entitled ‘Quality Controls: Anthropology, Pedagogy and Higher Education’ held by the National Network for Teaching and Learning Anthropology. During this workshop, the approriateness of anthropological training in imparting skills valued on today’s employment market was discussed, the diversity of teachng methods in departments across the country was commented on, and the inadequacy of fieldwork preparation was highlighted. In the light of these observations, the potentials of new initiatives, such as the ASA Postgraduate Network and student-led teaching and learning provision were put forward.

Author Biography

Celayne Heaton Shrestha, University of Sussex

Celayne Heaton is a post-fieldwork PhD student at SOAS, who is currently writing up her thesis.

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