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Training Sessions by the Library Staff to empower students’ research needs
To support our students’ research needs, the library staff of CITY College organised as series of Training Sessions for all new undergraduate and postgraduate students. As our Library - the Information and Learning Commons (ILC) - offers so much more than the physical spaces and print resources, it is essential for students to acquire those skills that will enable them to exploit the variety of information resources and to retrieve, and use this information effectively. Each session included the presentation of: Library Catalogue searching ILC Electronic Resources (databases, e-journals, e-books) Sheffield Library: electronic resources for IF students Setting up MUSE Accounts Findit@sheffield: linking Google Scholar with Sheffield Library Online Bibliographic Tools (Endnote, Mendeley, Orion) 301 Skills Centre During the training sessions students had the opportunity to submit their own questions and discuss with librarians ideas for further training opportunities. By empowering students to develop their research skills, the library can contribute to their academic success and help in the process of our graduates becoming independent and successful lifelong learners. “So….whether you are a student writing an assignment or you are preparing for your dissertation, the library is here to help provide a strong foundation for your search for information”. If you need further instruction, please Book an Appointment with a librarian.
12/11/2019
The English Studies Department Acknowledges Alternative Assessment Forms
The English Studies Department of CITY College is highly aware that assessment is a great and important part of education at all levels. The second Personal and Professional Development Seminar delivered on Tuesday, 5 November, 2019 touches upon this issue. Our guest speaker, Dr Ifigenia Kofou, through her seminar titled: “Alternative Language Assessment Forms” raises our awareness towards the importance of assessment and the alternative forms it can take. When we hear assessment our minds immediately go to items like tests, exams, grades. Alternative assessment as Dr. Kofou highlights also incorporates reflection: how do we assess, why do we assess and what do we assess? Alternative types of assessment include: portfolios, journals/diaries, think-aloud protocols, project-based learning and rubrics. Given the learner-centered context that is becoming ever more prevalent in teaching/learning practices, both teachers and learners need to learn or become more aware of reflecting on practices as well as assessment in comparison to their prior or past knowledge, skills and abilities. Alternative forms of assessment can certainly assist as a continuous informal procedure that enhances cooperative learning, engages and motivates students towards active participation, teaches them life-skills and enables them to become more autonomous. Dr. Kofou in the area of portfolios placed added focus on the European Language Portfolio that consists of a Language Biography (where learners can exhibit any/all languages they know and/or are learning), a Dossier (containing student work thus demonstrating competences/achievements) and their Language Passport. In addition, journals or diaries – as they draw on actual everyday practices and are thus considered the most common type of alternative and reflective assessment – come in various types such as dialogue journals, learning journals, diaries of attitudes/feelings and can be used by both students and teachers. The Think-Aloud protocols as Dr. Kofou informs can assist students in understanding and becoming more aware of what they are learning, where they have difficulties and what these difficulties are as well as how they can solve these problems. Students essentially become more aware of how they are learning. Projects can pose as a more dynamic approach and contribute towards collaborative teaching across disciplines. As with all types of assessment so too all the aforementioned need to align with goals, Learning Outcomes, clear instructions and criteria of assessment as well as reflection for future adjustments and improvement. In other words as Dr Kofou stresses, alternative assessment does not exclude testing but actually requires the implementation of testing so as to validate alternative assessment forms and by extension prove that they are reliable. Hence, Rubrics are also a valuable component not only in informing students of what they are being assessed on and how but also to enable teachers to provide descriptive assessment and productive feedback as well as help students and themselves to engage more in reflective learning/teaching practices. By extension there are different types of rubrics such as: critical thinking, analytical, general, task-specific, etc. Overall, Dr Kofou points out that alternative assessment by being sensitive towards students’ backgrounds, skills, strengths and weaknesses allows through personalized profiles and diverse tools and practices for a richer and more varied way to assess our students but also ourselves, our strategies and our materials. Assessment reform should be, in other words, an ongoing, continuous effort.
07/11/2019
English Studies Department students go to the Thessaloniki International Film Festival
On Monday, November 4, Level 1 and Level 2 students of the English Studies Department had their session for the Introduction to Film Studies unit at the premises of the Thessaloniki International Film Festival. Following an initiative by their lecturer, Dr. Thomas Mantzaris, the students were introduced to the inner workings of the festival by the Head of the Agora department, Ms Yianna Sarri, who provided valuable insights into the industry. Students not only deepened their knowledge of the film industry by familiarizing themselves with the context and operations of the 60th Thessaloniki International Film Festival, but also managed to relate class discussions on film production, distribution, and exhibition to one of the most significant cultural events that takes place in Thessaloniki every November. Ms Yianna Sarri exposed students to the professional side of the festival, highlighting the challenges of filmmaking in the twenty-first century as well as underlining the festival’s commitment to encourage young filmmakers and bring them to the forefront. Students took advantage of this unique opportunity in order to address questions, and enhance their overall understanding of the film industry.
05/11/2019
Professional Development Seminar: Agile Framework
Thursday, 7 November 2019
01/11/2019
Launching a strong industrial collaboration with INECOBANK at the MBA Induction in Yerevan
• A Memorandum of Understanding signed with INECOBANK, a leading South Caucasus bank in Armenia Thursday 17 October marked the signing of Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between CITY College and INECOBANK, one of the leading South Caucasus banks, headquartered in Yerevan, Armenia. The MoU was signed by Mr. Aren Naltakyan, CEO of INECOBANK and Mr. George Efstathiadis, Director of the Executive Development Institute (EDI) of CITY College, International Faculty of the University of Sheffield, at the Marriott Hotel after the Induction of the 4th year of our Executive MBA in Yerevan. The purpose of the MoU is to set forth increased levels of collaboration between the two parties and serves as a good foundation common activities, training initiatives, joint projects and many more. Mr. Aren Naltakyan, Inecobank`s CEO and also graduate of the Executive MBA programme, commented that the Executive MBA is a wonderful opportunity for managers wishing to obtain practical knowledge and apply it to their work. As he said, the idea to cooperate with CITY College was born during his studies. “This is the beginning of cooperation, through which we combine Inecobank`s success and knowledge with applied knowledge provided by professors teaching at the University of Sheffield Executive MBA programme. Due to this combination we will provide opportunities to many people – both Inecobank’ s employees and other induviduals to participate in training sessions, acquire new knowledge and new opportunities”- Mr. Naltakyan said. Mr. George Efsthadiadis, Director of EDI, placed emphasis on the value of the cooperation between universities and the industry and noted that due to such joint activities real challenges can be overcome. “The Executive MBA programme prepares Armenian managers become specialists and leaders, supports their professional growth so that they help their companies become more competitive, subsequently increasing the competitiveness of the Armenian economy. The industry’s development contributes to the development of people in Armenia. We have an aim to educate managers to secure and promote this development”, Mr. Efstathiadis added. INECOBANK management, employees and the corporate clients of the bank were present at the event. The event was also attended by The Charge D’ Affairs of the British Embassy, Ms. Alison Chick aiming at supporting the CITY Colelge and its activities in Armenia. Mr. George Efstathiadis - Mr. Chris Liassides Mr. George Efstathiadis Mr. Chris Liassides Within the framework of the Memorandum of Understanding the two parties will be organising a variety of activities such as training sessions, conferences, open classes and many more. Ms Anna Bannahyan, Head of Training and Development of Inecobank commented: “The cooperation also envisages that Inecobank employees will have the opportunity to join the Executive MBA programme, while CITY College’s Bachelors and Masters students will have internship and employment opportunities at Inecobank.” Dr Ioannis Asimakopoulos - Dr Kerry Sullivan Dr Ioannis Asimakopoulos Dr Kerry Sullivan The signing of memorandum was followed by presentations by academic staff teaching in the University of Sheffield Executive MBA, namely Dr Kerry Sullivan, Senior Lecturer of Finance, University of Surrey, UK, Dr Ioannis Asimakopoulos, Lecturer in Corporate Financial Management at CITY College International Faculty and Mr. Chris Liassides, Senior Lecturer in Marketing Management at CITY College. This recently launched cooperation is in line with CITY College’s philosophy to deepen the ties between academia and industry as well as to promote extroversion and internationalisation in education. The initiative took place in the frame of the Executive MBA programme offered with great success in Yerevan since 2016. Video - Signing of MoU with INECOBANK Related articles: Article in Banks Portal Article in Banks News Portal Announcement in INECOBANK website
31/10/2019
CITY College Lime-Riders across Thessaloniki seafront
CITY College Lime Riders enjoyed lovely rides across Thessaloniki seafront on two consecutive Sundays enjoying the nice weather and good company. CITY College, International Faculty of the University of Sheffield together with Lime organised a series of activities exclusively addressed students and staff. Lime-S Scooters representatives hosted a briefing where students and staff were introduced to this new green way of urban mobility and the Lime app used to rent a Lime scooter. During the briefing participants were also able to book their places so as to join the Lime Training Days. Lime instructors and participants met at the White Tower for two exciting Lime Training Days. CITY College Lime-Riders were trained on how to use Lime scooters properly and were given the Lime helmet for free to ride safely. All participants enjoyed a great ride across Thessaloniki seafront. The event was endorsed by the Career, Employability and Enterprise Centre of CITY College. Keep calm and Lime it up!
30/10/2019
Announcement of the 2019 'Boris Trajkovski' EMBA Scholarships
For the final results of the 2019 'Boris Trajkovski' EMBA scholarships, please view the announcement.
30/10/2019
'Entrepreneurs Talk' for our undergraduate business students
Contact: Mr Vassilis Tsoulis Director of Career, Employability & Enterprise Centre vtsoulis@citycollege.sheffield.eu
29/10/2019
Professional Development Seminar: Project Management using Scrum
Thursday, 31 October 2019
29/10/2019
Executive Development Seminar by Prof. Szamosi in Baku
"Managing and Leading Change Effectively in a Complex World" Tuesday, 17 December 2019 | 09:00 am Baku | Hilton Hotel Speaker: Prof. Leslie Szamosi Executive MBA Director / Professor CITY College, International Faculty of the University of Sheffield Overview of the seminar: There is only one constant inside today’s organizations and that is the management of change. With all of the internal and external forces impacting our companies today the need to stay on top of, and ahead of, change is critical. In this workshop we will work through a hands-on, toolkit approach to developing strategies for change that take into account the most important factor in any change process, people. We will evaluate our own organizations and identify areas that need to be changed and develop plans to begin or enhance what we have started. Seminar Agenda (PDF) Topics to be covered: Foundations and models of organizational change Why change initiatives fail / Resistance to change Critical elements for successful change including groups and teams Developing a change plan Supporting the workforce and customers during change / Building a business case for change Throughout the workshop various successful and not so successful change processes of companies throughout the world will be looked at. The workshop will balance the latest thinking Workshop leader Prof. Leslie T. Szamosi was born and educated in Canada and has been working in South and Central Europe for the last 20 years. He has practical experience working with the highest levels of organizations in developing and mastering change. He is a highly sought after consultant and seminar leader and is the Director of the MBA program of the University of Sheffield International Faculty, CITY College. He is also a panel chair for AMBA (Association of MBAs). Some of the companies he has worked with include: Heineken, Telus, A1, Deutsche Telekom, Posta Telekom Kosovo (PTK), Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, the European Business Association, the World Bank / IMF, the Romanian Bankers Association, and ELBO. Who should attend? Senior Managers, Executives, Middle Level Managers. Anyone who has an important role in leading or managing change. Why should you attend this seminar? There are seminars and workshops on finance, marketing, negotiations yet few if any are related to the most important issue that managers of all levels need to work with, change! There is an implicit assumption that anyone can manage change but nothing could be farther from the truth. This 1-day event will help participants lead and manage organizational change more effectively and efficiently and give themselves and their organizations a greater chance for short and long-term success. Book your place now! Seminar cost: 520 Manat (10% early bird registration by November 15 / 10% corporate discount for 3 or more participants) Join and share! Register online
25/10/2019
Professional Development Seminar Series by the Computer Science Department
October - November - December 2019
25/10/2019
CITY College at Thessaloniki International Symposium in World Affairs
Mr. Zaharis, Director of SEERC , moderator of the Round Table Discussion For another consecutive year CITY College supported the Thessaloniki International Symposium in World Affairs, one of the most important events held annually in Thessaloniki and aims at exploring contemporary socio-political issues. The 8th edition of the Symposium took place this year with great success on 20 October 2019 at Olympion theatre. Themed ‘The world in 2020: Governing at a time of ungovernability’ the Symposium examined Greece’s position in a complex and volatile international political and economic environment with many distinguished speakers from politics, academia who shed light on the topic from their viewpoint. Mr. Nikos Zacharis, Director of CITY College’s research centre, SEERC, participated in the event as moderator of the Round Table Discussion on ‘Europe in changing times’. Welcome addresses were delivered by the Mayor of Thessaloniki, Mr Konstantinos Zervas, Mr. Dimitris Keridis, Director, Navarino Network and Mr Stavros Andreadis, Chairman, Cultural Society of Entrepreneurs of Northern Greece. Speakers included Margaritis Schinas, Commissioner-designate nominated as European Commission’s Vice-President for Protecting our Way of Life covering Migration, Security, Social Rights, Education, Culture and Youth, Dimitris Avramopoulos, European Commissioner for Migration, Home Affairs and Citizenship who discussed the topic, Adonis Georgiadis, Minister of Development and Investment, Anna Diamantopoulou, resident, “DIKTIO” Network for Reform in Greece and Europe, Athens and former EU Commissioner, Brussels, Kevin Featherstone, Eleftherios Venizelos Professor in Contemporary Greek Studies and Professor in European Politics, London School of Economics, Dimitris Tsarouhas, Professor, Bilkent University, Turkey, Florian Bieber, Director, Centre for Southeast European Studies at the University of Graz, Florian Bieber, Director, Centre for Southeast European Studies at the University of Graz, Anders Åslund, Senior Fellow, Atlantic Council, Washington, Marcus Engler, Migration Researcher and Consultant, Berlin and many other prominent representatives of politics and the academia from around the world who analysed crucial on the Symposium’s topic. The Symposium was organised by the Cultural Society of Entrepreneurs of Northern Greece and the Navarino Network and shed light on issues of radical Islam, innovation and growth, new security challenges, European crisis, Greece and Cyprus’ crises. CITY College is annually supporting the Thessaloniki International Symposium with the aim of promoting the dissemination of ideas and opinions of top speakers on current socio-political issues, as well as enhancing Thessaloniki's extroversion.
24/10/2019
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