Assoc ProfessorTom Wilkinson

Knowledge and enthusiasm is the key to capturing the attention of students and encouraging a 'love of learning' that supersedes preconceived ideas of degree topics and subject matter. If we as practitioners don't follow this philosophy, then why should we expect our students to be any different? Innovation and Leadership I have made significant contributions to T&L in SBES through provision of new and redesign of existing modules, and have provided leadership in the development of Zoology (particularly stage 2) into one of the most popular undergraduate programmes at UCD. I endeavour to enhance student learning through new approaches to teaching and assessment. I use multi-media where appropriate (including video, animations, and colour images), material is available via Blackboard, and self-directed learning is encouraged through web assignments and continual assessments.