Transition In, Through and Out of Higher Education

Transition In, Through and Out of Higher Education: International Case Studies and Best Practice recognises that the initial steps into undergraduate education mark only the beginning of the journey for students, and that the journey involves other significant transition points that students need to negotiate. By providing theoretical knowledge alongside practical guidance and resources, this book helps those involved in university teaching guide students through their experiences and develop into autonomous, reflective learners.

Putting student engagement at the centre of teaching, Transition In, Through and Out of Higher Education: International Case Studies and Best Practice includes case studies to illuminate best practice, with resources and activities that can be used and adapted to address the individual needs of students. Addressing a wide range of themes, it considers:

• active learning
• promoting engagement
• encouraging independence and autonomy
• coping with change and increasing complexity
• the need for belonging and identity
• social and academic integration
• developing partnership working
• evaluation of effectiveness of developments to teaching practice.

From exploring the underlying pedagogy related to the theme to identifying the major challenges for students at key transitional points, Transition offers a comprehensive grounding to generate and inspire creative teaching that in turn enables students to better engage in the transition process. A highly practical and accessible resource, this book is suitable for all higher education staff involved in supporting students' transition in, through and out of university.

Ruth Matheson is Head of Learning, Teaching and Student Experience for the Faculty of Life Sciences and Education at the University of South Wales, UK, National Teaching Fellow, and a Principal Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.

Sue Tangney is a Principal Lecturer in Academic Development and Programme Director of the PgCert in Teaching in Higher Education at Cardiff Metropolitan University, UK, and a Principal Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.

Mark Sutcliffe is Postgraduate Programme Director at Cardiff School of Management, Cardiff Metropolitan University, UK, and Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.