Ms Julie de Witt
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Job title: Programme Leader
Email: j.t.de-witt@derby.ac.uk
Phone No: 01332 593073
Room: Kedleston Road N214b
Faculty: Education, Health and Sciences
School: School of Health and Social Care
Subject Area: Radiography
I am the programme leader for the BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography programme. I also teach across the programme but my specialist areas of interest are Anatomy and the professional aspects of practice. However, my time as a clincial radiographer can also be put to good use in teaching radiographic technique if required. I especially like to feel I can motivate the next generation of radiographers to strive for excellence in their chosen profession.
I like to be forward thinking and proactive in terms of approach to new ways of delivering materials so that we can utilise the best of the new technologies to engage the students. I have spearheaded the development of a problem based approach to learning and teaching in a challenging level 5 module, being careful to use evidence, student feedback and staff development opportunities to ensure this was a success. I have developed many interactive materials for student use (I have made extensive use of mind genie for example) and championed the use of wiki technology. More laterly I have introduced Pebblepad as an e-portfolio tool into the programme. I am always keen to ensure that my approach is student centred and aimed at bring out the best in those I engage with. For example I have developed an approach of 'feedforward' to feedback in an attempt to engage the student with the learning opportunities that feedback can present if utilised effectively.
Professional interests
Effective teaching and learning strategies, especially in looking at how new technologies can support learning. I also try to keep up-to-date with developments in nuclear medicine imaging so I can support the teaching in that area.
Membership of professional bodies and advisory committees
- HPC registered (Diagnostic Radiographer)
- Member of the SOR
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
Recent Conferences
Learning and teaching conference - Buxton July 2010. The Introduction of pebblepad into the undergraduate curriculum.
Undergraduate qualifications
- Diploma of the College of Radiographers (R) , Derby school of Radiography, April 1990
Postgraduate qualifications
- Postgraduate Diploma in Nuclear Medicine Technology , City University, London (April 1999)
- Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching (PgPLT), University of Derby
