IMechE CPD: A Practical Guide for Mechanical Engineers Continuing professional development (CPD) helps engineers keep their knowledge and skills current throughout their careers. For members of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), CPD is an important part of maintaining professional competence and supporting career development. What is CPD? CPD is the learning and development undertaken to maintain, improve and broaden […]
Immanuel Kant’s Ethics: Duty, Reason and Human Dignity Immanuel Kant (1724–1804) developed one of the most influential approaches to moral philosophy. His ethics asks not simply which actions produce the best results, but what makes an action morally right. Kant’s answer centres on reason, duty and respect for every person as an end in themselves. The good will Kant begins […]
Academic Learning: Building Knowledge and Confidence Academic learning is more than memorising facts or preparing for exams. It is the process of developing knowledge, asking thoughtful questions and learning how to use evidence to understand complex ideas. Whether taking place at school, college or university, it helps learners build the skills and confidence to engage with new challenges. What does […]
CPD in Childcare: Why Continuing Professional Development Matters Continuing professional development (CPD) helps childcare professionals maintain and build the knowledge and skills they need to support children’s learning, safety and wellbeing. Whether you work in a nursery, as a childminder, in a reception class or in another early years setting, ongoing learning can strengthen your practice and improve the quality […]
AULRE Annual Meeting The AULRE annual meeting brings together people working in religion and education for a day of discussion, research and professional exchange. It offers members and guests an opportunity to connect with colleagues, share current work and consider the questions shaping the field. A space for research and discussion Religion and education are changing fields, influenced by developments […]
CIPD CPD: A Practical Guide to Continuing Professional Development Continuing professional development (CPD) helps people professionals keep their knowledge and skills current throughout their careers. For members of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), CPD can support professional growth, strengthen practice and help demonstrate a commitment to high standards in people management and development. What does CPD mean? […]
CPD Training for Teachers: Supporting Better Teaching and Learning Teaching is a profession that continually evolves. New research, changing curricula, emerging technologies and the needs of different learners all shape the work teachers do. Continuing professional development (CPD) helps teachers build on their existing knowledge and skills, reflect on their practice and respond confidently to change. What is CPD? CPD […]
Ethics and Religion: How Beliefs Shape Ideas of Right and Wrong Ethics concerns questions about how people should live, how they should treat one another and what makes an action right or wrong. Religion can offer answers to these questions through sacred texts, traditions, teachings and communities. Yet ethics and religion are not identical: people may draw moral guidance from […]
International Journal of Cancer: A Guide for Researchers and Readers The International Journal of Cancer (IJC) is a peer-reviewed scientific journal covering research into cancer. It publishes work from researchers and clinicians around the world, with the aim of sharing findings that can advance understanding, prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cancer. What does the journal publish? The journal covers a […]
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in Health and Social Care Health and social care practice is always evolving. New research, changing guidance, updated technology and the needs of individuals and communities all shape how care is delivered. Continuing professional development (CPD) helps workers maintain and improve the knowledge, skills and judgement they need throughout their careers. What is CPD? CPD is […]