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HERDSA Prize for the Best Paper by a New Researcher

Applications are invited for this Prize which will be presented at the 2002 HERDSA Conference. The purpose of the award is to foster original research by encouraging new and less experienced researchers. A prize of $500 will be awarded to the paper written by a new researcher or researchers which makes a significant contribution to research in the field of tertiary education. To nominate for the New Researcher Prize, see the conditions and procedures information available on the HERDSA website.

Edith Cowan University 2002 Centenary Prize for the best paper on an authentic learning environment

Applications are invited for the Edith Cowan University Authentic Learning Award which will be presented at the 2002 HERDSA Conference.

The purpose of the award is to promote the development of authentic learning environments in all facets of university teaching and learning, and to support the dissemination and publication of good practice associated with these environments. An authentic learning environment can be described as one where activities represent the types of complex tasks performed by professionals in the field, rather than decontextualised or contrived activities. Students have access to supporting resources and engage in collaboration, articulation and reflection as they produce outcomes typical of quality performance.

The award will comprise a certificate and prize of $1000 and it will be awarded to the paper which in the opinion of a panel of judges makes a significant contribution to knowledge about authentic learning environments in higher education. To nominate for the Edith Cowan University 2002 Centenary Prize, refer to the conditions and procedures