The Skills Academy Podcast
By The Skills Academy Team
The Skills Academy PodcastNov 22, 2022
Library News Podcast - S2-10 - April 24
This month we interview Library Learning Advisor Gloria about her career break experiences setting up a school library in Ghana, bringing over equipment from ULaw's Guildford campus, how life was there, and what it's like returning to 'normal' life. A fascinating interview ahead.
Library News Podcast - S2-9 - March 24
This month we're talking about our leisure reading community collections, using the library and study skills resources as exams approach, getting feedback on library spaces and picking films with some of our favourite library scenes!
Library News Podcast - S2-8 - February 24
This month we get to know the Deputy Director of the Library & Study Skills Service Graeme Lockheart as we discuss the future of the service and what we hope to offer for the benefit of our students. We also discuss foghorns for reasons.
Library News Podcast - S2-7 - January 24
The first library podcast of the year, we discuss where new students need to start to make the most of the library, 3 tips to keep that motivation strong through the cold and dark of January, should we have a classical music playlist? We also look at our wellbeing resources and our latest workshops and study skills courses! Finally we have a little chat on our new year reads. Join us!
Library News Podcast - S2-6 - December 23
This month we get you set up for self study with new Skills Academy courses, we look back on Disability History Month and what the library offered, and we recommend some wellbeing resources. We also get into Christmas reads, 80s and 90s festive TV and decide whether Yorkshire puddings should be part of a Christmas Lunch. Yes they should.
Library News Podcast - S2-5 - November 23
Join us this month for a bumper episode discussing how the study skills team can help you; we look at their major resources and focus on Academic writing and looking after your wellbeing when studying. We also look at upcoming workshops from the library & study skills team and lots of chat about what exciting reads we've had in the last month!
Library News Podcast - S2-4 - October 23
Join us this month for the latest upcoming workshops and looking at the Black History Month Library page. As Halloween approaches we pick our favourite spooky stories and like last year we've got three more weird laws, including whether or not you should ride your broomstick into London!
Library News Podcast - S2-3 - September 23
It's the start of the new academic year! We give you a brief tour of where to get started with the Library, helpful new editions on the library website, tackling technical issues with resources, some new reads for September and bemoan that summer is over!
Library News Podcast - S2-2 - August 23
This month we're joined by our Birmingham LLA Sam for tips for students starting at the university and tips for staff too! We also take a deep dive on some of favourite books adapted into films, it's quite the chat!
Library News Podcast - S2-1 - July 2023
We kick off our second year of podcasting talking about the merger between the library service and study skills, psychology workshops, our current summer reads and recommendations and adding to our summer playlist only to discover we'd already perfected it!
Library News Podcast - 12 - June '23
It's exam season so we have some tips on how to use the library to make sure you are fully prepared. It's also the completion of one year of library podcasting, so we get indulgent and reflect on how it's gone so far, plus for the first time ever, we're recording in the same room and that's just joyous!
Non-Fungible Tokens in Art and Law: a Conversation with Robert Kellar KC
This podcast is an interview with Barrister Robert Kellar KC of 1 Crown Office Row on the subject of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) in art and the developing legal framework around this blockchain technology. The sale and trade of digital assets like (fine) art, design and digital fashion has been the “standard use case” for NFTs to date. Robert talks about this and other potential use cases for these digital tokens into the future, considering discussions around whether NFTs might constitute a form of property for legal purposes.
Library News Podcast - 11 - May '23
Guest time on the library podcast! We've got Megan joining us this month, the ULaw Library Director. Join us for a really interesting chat as we find out what problems and current issues are facing academic libraries, how Megan started in the world of libraries and what it's like being a director of ULaw libraries!
Accessibility features for eBooks
Jane Del-Pizzo, our Collections & Content Librarian, returns to the podcast to discuss accessibility features that can make a real difference for students using eBook platforms. Jane will also provide valuable insights on PC accessibility options and introduce useful web browser features that can enhance the reading experience for students who access books outside the library's eBook platforms.
Additional resources:
Disability support contact info: disabilitysupportservice@law.ac.uk
To access the eBook platforms, use this link: https://law-uk.libguides.com/collections/online-collections
Listen to Jane's previous podcast 'Ebooks and Digital Articles @ ULaw' : https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/htpGxjWEwzb
Top Tips for Public Speaking
In this episode, Senior Tutor in English for Academic Study Kirstin McLenaghan shares Top Tips for Public Speaking. Kirstin focuses on the topics covered in the five parts of the Public Speaking asynchronous courses in Skills Academy. She also explains what makes a good presenter and shares strategies for delivering a clear and well-structured presentation.
Additional resources:
Public Speaking online courses (Parts 1 - 5)
English Language Support contact info: ulawenglish@law.ac.uk
To book an English Language Support tutorial, follow this link to the booking form: https://law-uk.libcal.com/appointments/ELStutorials/ulawenglish
Library News Podcast - Episode 10 - April '23
Join your library podcast team for a full analysis on what Easter chocolate they got, the beginnings of development of a new chatbot for the Library Service, Buffy the vampire slayer references and what made us become Librarians!
Library News Podcast - 9 - March '23
In our March episode we have a guest. We like to go behind the scenes in the library world so this month we talk to one of our library learning advisors about her passion for anthropology, how she got into it, what she's currently working on and how the library team's eating habits would make for a fascinating film! We also look forward to Spring and look back on the recent University Mental Health Day.
Library News Podcast - 8 - February '23
Join your podcast team as we look at how the library is evolving with the new Programme Lead Librarian role and the wonderful news for one of our podcasters! We also browse the course specific webpages, discuss how to create searches for the Psychology course and we talk about reading the illusion of free will in a post-apocalyptic romance, or something like that…
Library News Podcast – 7 – January ‘23
It's that time of year when resolutions may be creaking, but we've got six resolutions that'll be easy to keep and help you get the most out of your course. We also throw in a few of our own for your entertainment!
Library News Podcast – 6 – December ’22 – Christmas Special
The library social media team chat about the year just gone, what exactly is mead, a new email address for enquiries, festive opening hours, Christmas favorites and how exciting it was to have a snow day!
Library News Podcast – 5 – November ‘22
The library social media team look into the libby app and highlight the Disability History month collection, we also have special guest Joy Tilley, London’s librarian, giving you extensive top tips on how to do the PLR which is also very helpful for general legal research. Plus getting excited for a Christmas playlist and as winter starts to dawn, watching the rain fall from the comfort of a cosy library!
Library News Podcast – 4 – October ’22 Halloween Special
Join your Library social media team for a Halloween special. We delve into some spooky tales from the library, chilling books we've been reading, weird cases and bizarre laws! We also indulge in some actual news including setting up current awareness alerts and LinkedIN Learning courses, terrifying!
Library News Podcast – 3 – September ’22
Library News Podcast – 3 – September ’22
Art and Law Podcast 1 - An Interview with Noor Kadhim
This podcast is the first of a series touching on the relationship between Law and Art and Heritage. It is an interview between Victoria Walters, Library Learning Advisor at the Bristol campus of the University of Law and Lawyer and Arbitrator Noor Kadhim, who she met when Kadhim gave a paper at the conference “10 Years On: art and everyday life in Iraq and Iran" at The Mosaic Rooms, London in 2013. Noor gave a compelling paper with Daniel McClean about the Repatriation of Iraq's Looted Heritage under International and Domestic Law and Practice. Noor’s law practice has included arbitration and litigation since 2008 and she has worked as a deputy counsel at the International Chamber of Commerce in Paris and administered over 100 cases. Her clients include and have included private collectors and their advisors, Tate, Liverpool Biennial board, the Institute of Contemporary Arts, and several gallerists, art dealers and artists.
Library News Podcast – 2 – August ’22
Join your library social media team for a lively chat as we discuss the upcoming new library website, a new summer playlist on Spotify, our favourite reads of the summer and we critique each other’s grammar!
Library News Episode 1
In this short podcast the library team details all that’s happening across the library service at ULaw over the next couple of weeks.
Grammar
In this episode, Study Skills Advisors Andrew Edwards and Ruth Arrowsmith-Crook explain why grammar, spelling and punctuation can be challenging for students. They also share valuable techniques to proofread your work and give top tips for spelling and punctuation.
ULaw students can access the resources and find support on the links below:
The Study Skills resources can be found on Elite > Organisations > Study Skills.
Students can book a 1-2-1 appointment with their campus study skills advisor here: Study Skills appointments
Students with English as a second language can email ulawenglish@law.ac.uk and a good website is https://www.eapfoundation.com/
Critical Writing
In this episode, the Study Skills Advisors, Rosie Jones and Kylie Osborn, discuss critical writing and the significance of critical thinking. They share tips on example questions and how to evaluate them critically. They also explain where to start with an essential piece of writing.
Further resources for this episode:
Collusion and academic misconduct
In this episode, the Study Skills experts Louise Worsfold, Online Librarian and Study Skills Advisor and Sarah Hall, Study Skills Manager talk about what counts as collusion and what defines academic misconduct. They also share valuable examples to help understand better the topic.
Additional resources for this episode include:
Plagiarism
In this episode, Sarah Hall, Study Skills Manager and Louise Worsfold, Online Librarian and Study Skills Advisor, discuss everything students need to know about plagiarism and tips on avoiding it. They also point out the importance of referencing and what sources need to be referenced.
Additional resources for this episode include:
University regulations on Assessment offences
Welfare Myth-Buster Q & A
In this episode, Louise Benski, Widening Participation Champion and Online Tutor and Tiana Jones, Welfare Officer for the Online Campus, discuss how students can access and engage with the services provided by the University of Law Welfare team, as well as answering some of the more commonly asked questions. Additional resources for this episode include:
Ebooks and Digital Articles @ ULaw
In this episode, Jane Del-Pizzo, Library Acquisitions and Cataloguing Officer, looks at some of the issues arising from our eBooks collections and digital articles. Jane also answers some student questions that have been proposed. Additional resources for this podcast include:
Boosting your Internet
In this episode, Matt Carl and Argita Mullaraj discuss tips and tricks to boost your internet connection, particularly if you're having trouble connecting to Collaborate sessions or accessing university systems. Additional resources for this podcast include: