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November 2024

Mon 11
CLIC: Public Speaking Club new (4 of 7) In progress 17:30 - 19:30 Department of Engineering, Lecture Room 6

Are you looking to build confidence in public speaking in an informal, supportive and relaxed environment? Join our club designed to help you gain confidence and develop a toolkit of speaking skills. You’ll learn essential tips and strategies, while receiving feedback from both peers and professionals. Seize this chance to learn the art of rhetoric and the power of the spoken word.

Whether you're aiming to captivate audiences, motivate teams, or inspire change, this club will give you the tools and confidence to make an impact.

Our first session features published author and renowned TEDx speaker Guy Doza. For over a decade, Guy has worked with C-suite executives, directors, and intergovernmental organisations, in areas including justice, gender and AI technology, and with the universities of Cambridge, Oxford, Harvard, Georgetown and Columbia.

Tue 12
3T PLAY project - Supporting students’ skills for giving feedback new [Places] 09:00 - 10:30 Department of Engineering, CLIC 1

How to support students’ skills for giving constructive feedback, especially when it is difficult to hear

Being able to deliver feedback to peers is a key management skill and something engineering students report finding difficult, due to the relational and emotional implications. This experiential activity provides students with emotional management strategies and a first, low-stakes opportunity to apply them when both giving feedback and responding to feedback received. This workshop is designed to target the development of the following skills:

  • Formulating feedback to be “heard” by others by attending to their emotional response.
  • Managing your emotions when receiving and responding to feedback.

There will be refreshments at 9am and 10.30am, followed by another workshop on Supporting students to develop coaching and peer teaching skills and a sandwich lunch at 12pm.

About the trainer

Joelyn de Lima is a scientist & pedagogical advisor at the Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL). Trained in the biological sciences, she transitioned to being a discipline-based education researcher. Currently her research and practice are focused on enhancing the higher educational experience for students. Her background has given her a unique blend of perspectives – in terms of culture (She has lived, worked, and taught on 3 continents), theoretical grounding (natural sciences and education), and practice (research & teaching, formal & informal education).

3T PLAY project - Supporting students to develop coaching and peer teaching skills new [Places] 10:30 - 12:00 Department of Engineering, CLIC 1

How to support students to develop coaching and peer teaching skills

Students learn more when they are actively engaged in the learning process. While hands-on activities, labs and projects are moments when students are active, the learning benefits can be amplified with coaching strategies. This activity will enable student peers and teaching assistants to implement 2 evidence-based strategies, teaching with questions and giving process-level feedback, to support students to develop relevant, transferable thinking skills. It targets the development of the following skills:

  • Using questions to increase students’ engagement and therefore their learning.
  • Providing process-level feedback to support the development of transferable thinking skills.

There will be refreshments at 10.30am and a sandwich lunch at 12pm. Please feel free to also sign up for Supporting students’ skills for giving feedback starting with refreshments at 9am on the same day at the same venue.

About the trainer

Joelyn de Lima is a scientist & pedagogical advisor at the Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL). Trained in the biological sciences, she transitioned to being a discipline-based education researcher. Currently her research and practice are focused on enhancing the higher educational experience for students. Her background has given her a unique blend of perspectives – in terms of culture (She has lived, worked, and taught on 3 continents), theoretical grounding (natural sciences and education), and practice (research & teaching, formal & informal education).

CLIC: Introduction to British Sign Language new (5 of 10) In progress 16:00 - 18:00 Department of Engineering, CLIC 2

This course is designed for learners who have very limited or no previous knowledge of British Sign Language (BSL). The course aims to enable individuals to understand and use BSL effectively for purposes of practical communication with deaf or hard of hearing people, to develop understanding of the BSL sentence syntax and to learn more about a Deaf Culture.

Please note this course is not credit-bearing and so cannot be used as part of a Tripos.

Wed 13
CLIC: Speaking skills: Fluency and Appropriacy (5 of 5) In progress 11:00 - 13:00 Department of Engineering, CLIC 1

This course is designed for non-native speakers of English and covers a variety of spoken language, ranging from the more formal language needed for seminars, discussions and conferences, to the more informal everyday language used in the office or the student house, or in wider social settings, whether online or face-to-face. The course, wherever possible, will take into account the needs and wishes of the participants. This is an opportunity to meet people and to practise your spoken English online in an informal and relaxed environment.

  • NB. Please read Attendance section below before signing up for this course.
Thu 14
CLIC: British Sign Language Conversation class new (4 of 5) In progress 16:00 - 18:00 Department of Engineering, CLIC 2

Join to practice your British Sign Language skills in a friendly environment.

Please note this course is not credit-bearing and so cannot be used as part of a Tripos.

Mon 18
CLIC: Public Speaking Club new (5 of 7) In progress 17:30 - 19:30 Department of Engineering, Lecture Room 6

Are you looking to build confidence in public speaking in an informal, supportive and relaxed environment? Join our club designed to help you gain confidence and develop a toolkit of speaking skills. You’ll learn essential tips and strategies, while receiving feedback from both peers and professionals. Seize this chance to learn the art of rhetoric and the power of the spoken word.

Whether you're aiming to captivate audiences, motivate teams, or inspire change, this club will give you the tools and confidence to make an impact.

Our first session features published author and renowned TEDx speaker Guy Doza. For over a decade, Guy has worked with C-suite executives, directors, and intergovernmental organisations, in areas including justice, gender and AI technology, and with the universities of Cambridge, Oxford, Harvard, Georgetown and Columbia.

Thu 21
CLIC: British Sign Language Conversation class new (5 of 5) In progress 16:00 - 18:00 Department of Engineering, CLIC 2

Join to practice your British Sign Language skills in a friendly environment.

Please note this course is not credit-bearing and so cannot be used as part of a Tripos.

Mon 25
CLIC: Public Speaking Club new (6 of 7) In progress 17:30 - 19:30 Department of Engineering, Lecture Room 4

Are you looking to build confidence in public speaking in an informal, supportive and relaxed environment? Join our club designed to help you gain confidence and develop a toolkit of speaking skills. You’ll learn essential tips and strategies, while receiving feedback from both peers and professionals. Seize this chance to learn the art of rhetoric and the power of the spoken word.

Whether you're aiming to captivate audiences, motivate teams, or inspire change, this club will give you the tools and confidence to make an impact.

Our first session features published author and renowned TEDx speaker Guy Doza. For over a decade, Guy has worked with C-suite executives, directors, and intergovernmental organisations, in areas including justice, gender and AI technology, and with the universities of Cambridge, Oxford, Harvard, Georgetown and Columbia.

Wed 27
CLIC: Diversity Fresco new [Places] 09:30 - 12:30 Department of Engineering, CLIC 1

The Diversity Fresco is a collective intelligence workshop that allows participants to experiment with the cognitive mechanisms at work when it comes to discrimination, to discover approaches aimed at reducing it, to debate their scope and their limits, while acquiring a common vocabulary to engage in constructive dialogue and bring about a more inclusive and peaceful society.

Please follow this link for more information: https://fresquedeladiversite.org/en/

Please arrive 5-10 minutes early so the workshop can start at exactly 9.30am. There will be refreshments before and during the event and a sandwich lunch after.

December 2024

Mon 2
CLIC: Public Speaking Club new (7 of 7) In progress 17:30 - 19:30 Department of Engineering, Lecture Room 6

Are you looking to build confidence in public speaking in an informal, supportive and relaxed environment? Join our club designed to help you gain confidence and develop a toolkit of speaking skills. You’ll learn essential tips and strategies, while receiving feedback from both peers and professionals. Seize this chance to learn the art of rhetoric and the power of the spoken word.

Whether you're aiming to captivate audiences, motivate teams, or inspire change, this club will give you the tools and confidence to make an impact.

Our first session features published author and renowned TEDx speaker Guy Doza. For over a decade, Guy has worked with C-suite executives, directors, and intergovernmental organisations, in areas including justice, gender and AI technology, and with the universities of Cambridge, Oxford, Harvard, Georgetown and Columbia.

January 2025

Tue 21
CLIC: Introduction to British Sign Language new (6 of 10) In progress 16:00 - 18:00 Department of Engineering, CLIC 2

This course is designed for learners who have very limited or no previous knowledge of British Sign Language (BSL). The course aims to enable individuals to understand and use BSL effectively for purposes of practical communication with deaf or hard of hearing people, to develop understanding of the BSL sentence syntax and to learn more about a Deaf Culture.

Please note this course is not credit-bearing and so cannot be used as part of a Tripos.

Wed 22

Do you think your future career opportunities are solely determined by luck and being in the right place at the right time? Think again! Learning the art of strategic networking is one of the most crucial factors in shaping your career. It’s never too early (or too late) to start!

Join our workshop to:

  • Master the optimal mindset for increasing your 'luck' through relationship building.
  • Explore various strategies for growing and maintaining a powerful network.
  • Create a personalized plan for elevating your networking game to the next level.

Register now and open the door to a brighter professional future.

This is not a webinar. This is an interactive workshop and you will be expected to contribute to the session.

To participate you must have your webcam switched on.

Thu 23
CLIC: Writing skills: Writing for Engineers (Postdocs) new (1 of 4) Not bookable 11:15 - 12:45 CLIC online teaching

Writing for Engineers Refining papers for publishing: a course for post-docs

In this course we will work directly with text written by you, the course participants. We will analyse and edit extracts from draft and published papers, always with the aim of honing the language to improve clarity, precision and style. In doing so we will explore questions of grammar and key concepts in academic writing, learning to identify weaker areas and developing expertise in improving them.

The course consists of four workshops followed by one individual supervision.

  • NB. Please read ATTENDANCE section below before signing up for this course.
Fri 24
CLIC: Industry skills: Pitching your work effectively Not bookable 11:00 - 13:00 Department of Engineering, CLIC 1

This online interactive workshop provides guidance and feedback on sharing your research clearly and effectively in spontaneous and prepared situations.

  • NB. Please read Attendance section below before signing up for this course.
Mon 27
CLIC: Writing for Engineers: Avoiding common errors [Places] 12:00 - 14:00 CLIC online teaching

This workshop addresses common writing errors of Engineers related to structure, style and accuracy. It forms part of CLIC's Lent term series of online masterclasses designed to assist CUED Research students in refining key areas of their writing.

  • NB. Please read the Attendance section below before signing up for this course.
Tue 28
CLIC: Speaking skills: Pronunciation Skills (1 of 7) Not bookable 10:30 - 11:30 Department of Engineering, CLIC 1

This course, which is for non-native speakers, will cover important aspects of English pronunciation for effective academic, professional and social interaction. We will meet together as a group for approximately one hour a week and will schedule 30-minute individual supervisions (after the group sessions between 11.30am-1pm) for personalised input to accompany the course's group input.

  • NB. Please read the Attendance section below before signing up for this course.
CLIC: Introduction to British Sign Language new (7 of 10) In progress 16:00 - 18:00 Department of Engineering, CLIC 2

This course is designed for learners who have very limited or no previous knowledge of British Sign Language (BSL). The course aims to enable individuals to understand and use BSL effectively for purposes of practical communication with deaf or hard of hearing people, to develop understanding of the BSL sentence syntax and to learn more about a Deaf Culture.

Please note this course is not credit-bearing and so cannot be used as part of a Tripos.

Wed 29

Have you ever struggled with other students' or colleagues' styles of working? Have you wondered why some people seem to be more direct than others, some don’t seem to be interested in socialising, or perhaps others are more relaxed about deadlines? Culture, and not only the national aspect of it, plays a significant role in how we learn to communicate and collaborate. Adjusting to cultural communication norms is more about shared values and expectations than speaking the same language. It requires a specific set of awareness, attitudes, and skills.

Join our workshop to:

  • Discuss cultural preferences for working.
  • Develop self-awareness of your working preferences.
  • Learn strategies for developing the right skills that will help you develop cultural intelligence.

This is not a webinar. This is an interactive workshop and you will be expected to contribute to the session.

To participate you must have your webcam switched on.

Thu 30
CLIC: Writing skills: Writing for Engineers (Postdocs) new (2 of 4) Not bookable 11:15 - 12:45 CLIC online teaching

Writing for Engineers Refining papers for publishing: a course for post-docs

In this course we will work directly with text written by you, the course participants. We will analyse and edit extracts from draft and published papers, always with the aim of honing the language to improve clarity, precision and style. In doing so we will explore questions of grammar and key concepts in academic writing, learning to identify weaker areas and developing expertise in improving them.

The course consists of four workshops followed by one individual supervision.

  • NB. Please read ATTENDANCE section below before signing up for this course.

February 2025

Mon 3
CLIC: Writing for Engineers: Unpacking journal articles for vocabulary new Not bookable 09:00 - 11:00 CLIC online teaching

This workshop focuses on how to exploit journal articles to improve quality and word choice in Engineering writing. It forms part of CLIC's Lent term series of online masterclasses designed to assist CUED Research students in refining key areas of their writing. Classes include:

  • Avoiding common errors in academic writing
  • Unpacking journal articles for vocabulary use
  • Self-editing skills
  • Review of the tenets of academic writing for Engineers
  • Writing for blogs
  • NB. Please read the Attendance section below before signing up for this course.
Tue 4
CLIC: Speaking skills: Pronunciation Skills (2 of 7) Not bookable 10:30 - 11:30 Department of Engineering, CLIC 1

This course, which is for non-native speakers, will cover important aspects of English pronunciation for effective academic, professional and social interaction. We will meet together as a group for approximately one hour a week and will schedule 30-minute individual supervisions (after the group sessions between 11.30am-1pm) for personalised input to accompany the course's group input.

  • NB. Please read the Attendance section below before signing up for this course.
CLIC: Introduction to British Sign Language new (8 of 10) In progress 16:00 - 18:00 Department of Engineering, CLIC 2

This course is designed for learners who have very limited or no previous knowledge of British Sign Language (BSL). The course aims to enable individuals to understand and use BSL effectively for purposes of practical communication with deaf or hard of hearing people, to develop understanding of the BSL sentence syntax and to learn more about a Deaf Culture.

Please note this course is not credit-bearing and so cannot be used as part of a Tripos.

Wed 5
CLIC: Industry skills: Negotiating with colleagues and clients Not bookable 11:00 - 13:00 Department of Engineering, CLIC 1

This interactive online workshop provides guidance and feedback on the language and strategies of successful negotiation.

  • NB. Please read Attendance section below before signing up for this course.
CLIC: Inter-Communication: Making or Breaking a Remote Team new [Places] 12:00 - 14:00 CLIC online teaching

In today's fast-paced world, remote work has become the new norm, presenting unique challenges for engineers. To excel in this environment, you need the right skills. Building psychological safety is especially challenging when working across cultures, making it crucial to learn how to create an inclusive environment where every voice is heard and valued, all while achieving your team's goals.

Join our workshop to:

  • Delve into the importance of psychological safety and rapport building.
  • Learn techniques to foster trust and connection among team members in a virtual setting.
  • Explore the intercultural aspects of remote collaboration, as diverse teams often encounter unique communication and cultural challenges.

This is not a webinar. This is an interactive workshop and you will be expected to contribute to the session.

To participate you must have your webcam switched on.