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Workshop A: What does it mean to supervise with a humanising pedagogy?
Workshop A: What does it mean to supervise with a humanising pedagogy?
In an age of evolving educational paradigms, this workshop delves into the essence of nurturing more meaningful, empathetic, and humane relationships within the realm of supervision. Join us as we unravel the intricacies of this pedagogical approach and its profound impact on both supervisors and students alike. Together, we will seek to answer the fundamental question: What does it mean to supervise with a humanizing pedagogy?
Facilitators:
Dr Lillian Omondi and Dr Munene Mwaniki
Lillian Omondi is a sociologist, researcher, and lecturer in the department of Sociology and Anthropology, Maseno University. Her work at the intersection of social science and community development has made contributions to several research areas. With a diverse array of research interests, Dr. Omondi has dedicated her career to elucidating the intricacies of social inclusion, community action, and the pivotal role of social capital in these endeavours. Her work in coproduction and engendering research addresses the importance of collaborative approaches and gender-sensitive methodologies, fostering equitable participation in research and development initiatives. As an educator, she aims to make significant contributions in postgraduate education contexts, nurturing the next generation of sociologists and researchers with innovative teaching methodologies and commitment to mentorship.
Munene Mwaniki holds a Bachelor Education (Arts) (Honours) in English and Literature in English and an M.Phil. (Linguistics) from Moi University, Kenya. He also holds a Master in Public Administration (MPA) and a Ph.D. in Linguistics from the University of the Free State (UFS), South Africa. He has held research positions in universities in South Africa and Kenya. Currently, he works in the Department of Linguistics, Languages and Literatures – School of Humanities and Social Sciences at South Eastern Kenya University, Kitui, Kenya, where he is in charge of the postgraduate programme at the department as well as being the School’s representative to the Board of Postgraduate Studies (BPS). He has presented his research in learned conferences in Africa, Europe, The Americas (Canada, The United States and Brazil) and Australia. His research has appeared as a book (Multilingualism and the Public Sector in South Africa – 2012); several chapters in edited book volumes; and articles in accredited research journals. With Dionne van Reenen and Leketi Makalela, he was the lead Guest Editor of Southern African Linguistics and Applied Language Studies (SALALS) Special Issue Volume 36(1) on the theme Advanced Language Politics in South African Higher Education post #RhodesMustFall. His research focuses on language management epistemology and language management in education in multilingual settings of the global South. Most recently (2021 – 2022) he completed a Digital Education course and an Online Teaching (Creating Courses for Adult Learners) under the auspices of Skills for Prosperity Kenya – a collaborative project of the Government of Kenya, The Open University (UK) and UKaid.
Workshop B: Writing study findings in different disciplines
Workshop B: Writing study findings in different disciplines
This interactive workshop introduces a set of practical steps for constructing original research findings in writing. It will demonstrate how writers can weave together data, explanations, literature and theory in ways that are appropriate to their disciplines. These steps can be used by scholars themselves as they develop their drafts, or they can be used by supervisors for enhancing pedagogic practice, particularly for providing accessible feedback on writing.
Facilitators:
Dr Kirstin Wilmot and Dr Mazvita Thondhlana
Kirstin Wilmot is the Coordinator of the Higher Education Studies Doctoral Programme at Rhodes University, where she also works as a senior lecturer in academic development. Her research interests lie in academic literacies and disciplinary knowledge, as well as doctoral education more broadly. Kirstin holds a Y1 National Research Foundation (NRF) Research Rating (Emerging Researcher).
Mazvita Thondhlana graduated with her PhD in Education at Rhodes University in 2022. She is a postdoctoral fellow in the School of Languages and Literature Department. Her research focuses on postgraduate learning, specifically on students' experiences of language, epistemic justice and community engagement. She is keenly interested in understanding the intersection between language and identity in the community engagement space and how students take on the academic language necessary for success in the university. Mazvita also has an interest in African Literature, following the trends of experiences and depiction of women and the possibilities of empowerment for them.
Workshop C: Forensic analysis of a journal article
Workshop C: Forensic analysis of a journal article
Publishing is an integral element of the research process. Familiarizing oneself with the aims and scope of a journal is key! Knowing what articles get rejected and avoiding predatory journals is important. Writers need to make informed journal choices and learn tips on the PROCESS of writing manuscripts. Writing is HARD work that is FRUSTRATING yet PLEASURABLE and SATISFYING, CONFUSING but one ultimately emerges out with CONFIDENCE! This session on Forensic Analysis of a Journal article will involve practical engagement with different types of journal articles in a workshop situation.
Facilitators:
Dr Everlyn Kisembe and Prof C.J. Odhiambo
Dr Everlyn Kisembe is an accomplished linguist with several years of teaching and research, in both theoretical and applied linguistics. Within applied linguistics, Everlyn has a keen interest on the linguistic application in the fields of education and healthcare provision/management, and bioethics. Over and above this, Everlyn is a steadfast C-suite administrator and operating officer within the education sector with several years of experience at senior management level. She has a passion for higher education leadership and enjoys working on higher education projects/activities/ trainings aimed at building capacity and developing networks among administrators and teaching staff, to enhancing student success in learning and research.
C .J. Odhiambo is a professor of Literature and Applied Drama at Moi University’s Department of Literature, Linguistics, Foreign Languages and Film Studies. He is the ormer Dean of the School of Postgraduate, Research and Innovation. CJ has supervised several MA and PhD theses to completion and is both an internal and external examiner at postgraduate level. He has published widely in the fields of Literature, Applied Drama/Theatre, Popular Culture and Film. Sampled publications include: Theatre for Development in Kenya: In Search of Appropriate Procedure and Methodology, Bayreuth African Studies (2008); co-edited “Power to the People?”—Patronage, Intervention and Transformation in African Performance Arts” Matatu 5,1 Journal for African, Culture and Society, (2019); African Theatre 19; Opera & Music Theatre (2020). In 2007, he was awarded a Mellon Fellowship at Wits University and in 2013 was awarded Wits University’s SPARC Distinguished Scholar Award. He is also an awardee of Alexander van Humboldt Senior Scientist Research Fellow since 2015.
Workshop D: Inclusive online supervision
Workshop D: Inclusive online supervision
Although supervision is at the core of postgraduate training, and in spite of efforts to structure it, it remains strewn with a diverse range of challenges. This session will employ role-play activities to contextualize and appreciate challenges in the supervision process.
Facilitator: Dr. Patrick O. Onyango
Dr Onyango is the Associate Dean of the School of Graduate Studies and a member of the University Scientific and Ethics Review Committee. He is in charge of Postgraduate Studies in Maseno University both at the operational and strategic levels. At the strategic and policy level, he ensures compliance of curricula of postgraduate academic programs and training with both institutional and national guidelines and policies. Additionally, he supports optimization of scientific and ethical rigor in the conduct of research by postgraduate students. He brings in a wealth of experience as a researcher in Zoology and postgraduate research supervision. His extensive research and experiences from USA and East Africa enables him to bring expertise that bestrides two continents and provides capacity for integrating various approaches in postgraduate research. He has begun the process of setting in place a Knowledge Management System for the Graduate School. He teaches and supervises postgraduate students. He is also the Chairman of the School of Graduate Studies Examination Boards.
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