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ELT Methodology Seminar: 'The CLIL Method: From Europe to Greece'
Tuesday, 1 November 2016 FREE ENTRANCE Seminar Overview (PDF) Online Participation Form Join and share! Information: T: +30 2310 224421 E: mkosior@citycollege.sheffield.eu
25/10/2016
Computer Science student wins the first prize in STARTIFY7 Academy in Brussels
Congratulations to Computer Science student, Rina Basholli from Kosovo, who was awarded the first prize together with other members of the GetMeHome team that participated in the 2nd Bootcamp of the STARTIFY7 Academy in Brussels. GetMeHome is a start-up idea that aims at tackling the “drink-and-drive” problem in a creative and innovative way. Rina’s team had to compete against twelve other selected and highly competent teams from the ICT start-up academies of Twente, Almeria, Katowice and Thessaloniki and was assessed as the best by a panel comprised of Business Angles, VCs and industry experts. Ms Rina Basholli Rina said: “Being a part of such a huge event such as Startify7 was more than a privilege for me and winning the first prize was most definitely a great reward. Creating the right team for the specific idea and work on it in order to make it as good as possible, within only two weeks, was a true challenge. The whole community including organisers, mentors and participants functioned like a huge family. This, was for sure a boost for us, participants, to collaborate more with each other in order to work productively. Right now we’re working for our next important event, the European Venture Summit (EVS), which is going to be held this December in Dusseldorf. Our goal is to attract as much investors as we can so we can continue to make our idea a reality! I don’t think I would ever be able to get involved in these kind of activities if it weren’t for the year of studies I did at the University of Sheffield International Faculty, CITY College. I was able to apply in practice the knowledge that I gained during my studies. This, only thanks to the committed staff of professors of the Computer Science Department and the opportunities that our university offers to its students.” The next goal for Rina and the GetMeHome team is their participation at the European Venture Summit that will take place in Dusseldorf on 5-6 December 2016. Way to go Rina! About STARTIFY7 STARTIFY7 is a Horizon 2020 project from the European Commission aimed at training young future ICT entrepreneurs in Europe. It organizes 7 thematically focussed Summer Academies in 7 different European cities that follow a lean-training structure and emphasise strong team-building as well as learning-by-doing processes.
24/10/2016
Ms Margarita Kosior from the English Studies Department on the stage of the 26th IATEFL-Hungary Annual Conference
On October 8th, Ms. Margarita Kosior, English Studies Department Lecturer, delivered her talk "Social Issues in ELT: From Social Context to Teaching Content" to the audience of the 26th IATEFL-Hungary Annual Conference "Dimensions, Diversity and Directions in ELT" in Kaposvár, Hungary. Ms. Kosior presented the ways in which she incorporates issues of global importance into her teaching conducted in the University of Sheffield International Faculty. As the number and the severity of problems we are facing is growing, Global Education is gaining popularity among English teachers. It is no longer a question of whether we should incorporate social issues into ELT, but rather how it can be done. In order to address this need, Ms Kosior presented a number of activities and tasks she employs in her teaching, but focused mainly on participating in well-structured projects and on various forms of collaboration with other educators and professionals involved in Global Education. Not every teacher is immediately willing to jump on the bandwagon, since discussion on social issues in an English language class will often result in heated debates, but also, if not conducted properly, in uncomfortable situations. Indeed, many social issues can be considered controversial or sensitive, therefore Ms. Kosior recommended "Toolkit for Learning and Teaching: Teaching Sensitivity and Controversial Topics" published on the University of Sheffield website which identifies the delicate topics, explains what the responsibility of the educator is and provides specific advice on how to manage a difficult discussion in class. Ms Kosior finished her presentation with an important message: we should not underestimate the value of our efforts, just because they may seem like a drop in the ocean. Every educator's and every student's voice can be heard and should be heard, and every effort can contribute to the greater good, ranging way beyond linguistic competence.
21/10/2016
Official launch of The University of Sheffield Executive MBA programme in Yerevan
The official launch of the Executive MBA in Yerevan was organised by the University of Sheffield International Faculty and took place with great success with a launching event on Thursday, 13th October 2016 at the Marriott Hotel. Mr. Yannis Ververidis, Principal of the University of Sheffield International Faculty, CITY College opened the event and warmly welcomed all guests. Minister of Education and Science, Mr Levon Mkrtchyan, and the British and Greek Ambassadors to Armenia, Ms Judith Margaret Farnworth and Ms Nafsika Nancy Eva Vraila, honoured the event with their presence and addressed a short welcome. Mr George Efstathiadis and Dr Leslie Szamosi, Academic Director of the Executive MBA programme also represented the International Faculty at the event. The event was well-attended by officials and representatives of the civil and business society. Welcome speeches were followed by the signing of a ‘Memorandum of Understanding’ between Mr Ververidis and Mr Mkrchyan. The event concluded with a short reception. Official Executive MBA launch in Yerevan on 'Public TV of Armenia' The University of Sheffield Executive MBA has already started running in Yerevan adding Armenia as its sixth destination in addition to Thessaloniki (Greece), Belgrade (Serbia), Bucharest (Romania), Kyiv (Ukraine) and Sofia(Bulgaria). The International Faculty aspires for this development to prove to be a very important contribution for the executive education in the country of Armenia and for the international outlook of the Executive MBA programme.
19/10/2016
Nobel Prize in Chemistry awarded to former Sheffield scientist
Professor Sir Fraser Stoddart On 5 October 2016 the Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded to Professor Sir Fraser Stoddart, former University of Sheffield lecturer. The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences presented the Nobel Prize to Professor Sir Fraser who joined the University of Sheffield in 1970 where he was the first Imperial Chemical Industries (ICI) Research Fellow before going on to become a lecturer and then Associate Professor of Chemistry at the university. The award came as recognition of the work conducted by Sir Fraser and his Sheffield research group in 1991 and was cited and praised in the Nobel Prize announcement for his significant contribution in the design and synthesis of molecular machines. The University of Sheffield now has six Nobel Prize winners among former staff and students and its alumni who hold top positions in their field and make significant contributions. Read full story on the University of Sheffield website.
18/10/2016
ΜΒΑ Alumna honoured with Alumni Leadership Award by the University of Sheffield
Ms. Mirela Arqimandriti Executive Director of Gender Alliance for Development Center in Albania Congratulations to our MBA alumna, Ms. Mirela Arqimandriti, Executive Director of Gender Alliance for Development Center in Albania, who was honoured with the ‘Alumni Leadership Award’, at the third annual Alumni Volunteers Thank You Event and Awards that was held at the University of Sheffield, UK on 6 October 2016. This award came as recognition of the dedication that Ms. Arqimandriti (MBA 2004) showed sharing the values of the University of Sheffield and for her initiatives and efforts promoting the University and the International Faculty in her home country, Albania. Her leadership skills, her personal, professional and other voluntary commitments brought to Ms. Arqimandriti this award. The Alumni Leadership Award was collected by Chris Furness on Mirela’s behalf. The event’s panel noted: “Mirela has done highly impressive work in Albania that has spread awareness of the University of Sheffield. Mirela has shown long standing dedication in supporting CITY College and the University of Sheffield in Albania which is truly outstanding. Through single actions, Mirela has enhanced the reputation of all institutions in this emerging area, exemplifying the University’s ethos as a truly international institution.” The Alumni Volunteer Awards are presented at the annual Thank You Event, and serve to recognise and thank outstanding alumni volunteers of the University of Sheffield. Mirela was one of the four alumni in total who were awarded with a ‘Sheffield Alumni Volunteer Award’ in this year’s Thank you event. The Alumni Leadership Award was collected by Chris Furness on Mirela’s behalf It is worth noting that Mirela was also honoured by the International Faculty, CITY College and received the Distinguished Graduate Award at the latest Graduation Ceremony of the International Faculty in Thessaloniki in November 2015. The International Faculty CITY College warmly congratulates Ms. Mirela Arqimandriti and takes pride in her outstanding achievement and recognition that clearly demonstrate the qualities of our graduates. Mirela’s awarding at the Alumni Volunteering Thank You Event at Sheffield University
18/10/2016
Staff and students of the English Studies Dept. launch their Public Engagement Scheme!
It was Rita Pierson who said: “Every child deserves a champion, an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection, and insists that they become the best that they can possibly be” (2013). In the University of Sheffield International Faculty, CITY College we, as educators, strive towards this mentality proven also by the official launch of the Public Engagement Scheme titled “English Language Lessons for Teenagers” designed in collaboration with the Municipality of Thessaloniki, to be offered to members of financially weak families. Last week, Staff and Students cordially welcomed the newest and youngest members to the ESD family! Our Public Engagement Scheme for high-school students—designed and led by Dr. Paschalia Patsala, Head of the Department, and Ms. Cathy Marazi, Lecturer of the Dept., demonstrates the belief of CITY College community in equal opportunities for educational and social advancement. This initiative demonstrates the International Faculty's commitment to be of service to the society—a philosophy that lies at the heart of our Mission. In our new endeavor, Express Publishing has allowed us to make the Public Engagement Scheme a reality with the generous offer of top-quality, innovative material that will aid teachers and students in the coming lessons for the following three academic years, for which we wholeheartedly thank Express Publishing. Demonstrating via yet another occasion that there is no “I” in team work, the volunteers of the ESD look forward to embarking along with their young students on an inspiring educational journey. The assistance of all parties involved, who have contributed to the realisation of this initiative, is greatly appreciated and has resulted in the additional strength and confidence required to see this initiative take flight; after all, “alone we can do so little; together we can do so much” (Helen Keller).
17/10/2016
CSU Elections - Academic year 2016-17
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17/10/2016
Inspiring talk by Mr. Tsoulis on ‘Employability Skills’ at Techsaloniki
Mr Vassilis Tsoulis, Director of Career, Employability and Enterprise Center of the International Faculty participated in Techsaloniki event with an inspiring talk on "Employability Skills: What makes you attractive to your future employers". The two-day event took place 7-8 October 2016 at Velidion Convention Centre inThessaloniki. In his informative presentation, Mr Tsoulis shared his expertise from the job marketplace and outlined a set of transferable skills that make candidates sought after by corporate recruiters. During his speech he stressed out: “Employers are often looking for skills that go beyond qualifications and experience. While candidates’ education and experience may make them eligible to apply for a job, to be successful in the role they will need to exhibit a mix of skills, the so-called ‘employability skills’. In times of high unemployment, employers have more choice of applicants and will prefer those with well-rounded employability skills.” Thechsaloniki brought together recruiters and candidates from the fields of technology and ICT, aspiring to create networking opportunities and transfer valuable knowledge to participants from the speeches that took place in the frame of the event. Mr. Tsoulis’ presentation was well attended, while the audience found the points raised very interesting and useful for the job search process. With more that 1.600 participants attending, the event took place under the auspices of the Prefecture of Central Macedonia and Technopolis Cluster.
14/10/2016
Mr. Hatziapostolou and Dr Patsala in the PALSO Northern Greece Annual Convention
The University of Sheffield International Faculty, CITY College made its inter-departmental appearance at the 29th Annual Meeting of Pan-Hellenic Federation of Language School Owners (PALSO) via the joint presentation delivered by Mr. Hatziapostolou, Senior Lecturer of the Computer Science Dept., and Dr Paschalia Patsala, Head of the English Studies Dept. With their presentation, entitled “Engagement Matters: Enhancing Foreign Language Instruction Through Learning Technologies” the speakers successfully demonstrated the merging of pedagogy and technology as well as the paramount importance of keeping students engaged! The event took place at Makedonia Palace Hotel on August 25thand 26th in Thessaloniki. Dr. Patsala and Mr. Hatziapostolou exhibited the necessity of education evolving with the times, hand-in-hand with technology, taking creative advantage of what each domain has to offer and acknowledging today’s tech-savvy students, as the multiplicity of information available nowadays does not permit the excuse of not having material or inspiration! For the purposes of language study and skills enhancement, a number of intriguing suggestions were demonstrated related to: online Games for practicing vocabulary, grammar and syntax; use of teleprompters for reading skills; speech-to-text and text-to-speech technologies; creative writing technologies including digital story books, animated stories, and comic books, to mention a few of them. Moreover, the two presenters also suggested ideas for testing and assessment including online quizzes, classroom clicker systems, online bulletin boards, and the use of forums either through Facebook groups or online discussion platforms such as Piazza. Concluding their presentation in a whimsical fashion, Mr. Hatziapostolou and Dr. Patsala challenged the audience to consider, and think ‘outside the box’, regarding the use of videos with technological applications ranging from subtitling to re-creating scenes…all in all the possibilities are endless. From the stimulating presentation it became clear that content-wise, language study is fairly consistent; as a result, teachers need to channel their creativity towards the methodology they will employ so as to heighten student engagement. If the encore of the particular presentation and the invitation to be repeated to a greater number of PALSO Association members is any indication, it becomes evident that if the audience is not engaged then the dialogic teaching/learning process between teacher and student cannot fully and efficiently function to perfection.
11/10/2016
Dr Giorgos Dimitriadis from the English Studies Department in two International Conferences in Poland
Dr Giorgos Dimitriadis, Part-time Lecturer of the English Studies Department, participated in two Conferences in Poland and delivered presentations on theory of cinema and visual perception. The first Conference, Mind-Media-Narrative: Exploring the Nexus of Transmedial and Cognitive Narratologies, was held in Warsaw (June 20-22) and was organised by the Warsaw Transmedial Narratology Research Group in collaboration with the University of Warsaw. The theme of the conference was narratology across media, with special interest in the cognitive context of narrative theory. Dr Dimitriadis delivered a presentation titled “Just the Facts, Ma’am: An Economical Model for Theorizing the Perception of Visual Narrative in Digital Cinema”; the presentation proposed the application of a cognitive model for the audience’s perception of cinematic storytelling. Featuring a theme that spans across various media and eras, the conference was a great opportunity for scholars of diverse fields to exchange views and latest research findings in narrative theory. The second Conference, Expanding Universes: Exploring Transmedial & Transfictional Ways of World-building, was held in Krakow (September23-25) and was organised by Facta Ficta Research Center and the Faculty of Polish Studies at the Jagiellonian University in Krakow. The main focus of this conference was theory of worldmaking across various media and the implications for audiences as well as cultural and media theory. The talk that Dr Dimitriadis delivered was titled “Evaluating the Coherence of a Cinematic Universe as a Prerequisite for Worldmaking in Digital Cinema”. The presentation was based on an innovative approach to the theory of fictional worlds, separating worldmaking as a cognitive process from the world-building practices of the cinema industry.
09/10/2016
Successful AMBA Accreditation Managers Forum in Bucharest by the International Faculty
The International Faculty of the University of Sheffield, CITY College was honoured to host the annual AMBA Accreditation Managers Forum. The event took place on September 26 and 27 in Bucharest and marked the first time this important event was held in South-Eastern Europe. Mr. George Efstathiadis, Executive MBA Program Director of the International Faculty, welcomed all the participants on behalf of the Faculty and the University of Sheffield. The Forum was an outstanding and informative AMBA event, key to all managers and administrators of the accreditation process as well as those new to accreditation and those involved with re-accreditation. AMBA representatives and renowned external speakers discussed the structure and intricacies of the accreditation process, the requirements of a successful accreditation submission, data gathering, report writing, self-auditing, raising the support of academic and senior staff along with many more topics. Dr. Leslie Szamosi, MBA Academic Director of the International Faculty and Prof. Christian Tangkjær of the Copenhagen Business School, both members of the Faculty of Assessors of AMBA, co-presented the session on maximizing the chances of accreditation success. The Forum also offered an excellent platform to network and exchange accreditation tips and good practice with around nearly 50 participants from around 20 countries participating.
07/10/2016
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