The sigma prize winners for 2010 have just been announced as: Outstanding Contributor: Dr Christie Marr (University of St Andrews); and, Rising Star: Dr Ciarán Mac an Bhaird (National University of Ireland, Maynooth)…In relation to these prizes mathematics and statistics support refers to activities which support and enhance students’ learning of these subjects (as they occur in many disciplines) in higher education. Support takes place in addition to traditional lectures, tutorials, etc…There has been a huge growth in mathematics support activity over the last few years as universities have responded to the challenges presented by very diverse student cohorts. sigma is a HEFCE designated Centre for Excellence in Mathematics & Statistics Support, based at Loughborough and Coventry Universities…
The sigma prize winners for 2010 have just been announced as: Outstanding Contributor: Dr Christie Marr (University of St Andrews); and, Rising Star: Dr Ciarán Mac an Bhaird (National University of Ireland, Maynooth)…In relation to these prizes mathematics and statistics support refers to activities which support and enhance students’ learning of these subjects (as they occur in many disciplines) in higher education. Support takes place in addition to traditional lectures, tutorials, etc…There has been a huge growth in mathematics support activity over the last few years as universities have responded to the challenges presented by very diverse student cohorts. sigma is a HEFCE designated Centre for Excellence in Mathematics & Statistics Support, based at Loughborough and Coventry Universities…
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