3 Scholarship Matters A Message from the Pro-Vice Chancellor Education In the realm of academia, the pursuit of teaching excellence stands as a cornerstone of our profession, driving us to continuously evolve and innovate in our pedagogical practices. At the heart of this pursuit lies the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning: research that advances our understanding of teaching and learning processes. The work of colleagues in the Centre for Scholarship and Innovation in Management Education is creating a space for educators and professional services staff to come together, share best practices, and collaborate on curriculum innovation. By fostering a community of scholars dedicated to advancing disciplinary-focused approaches to teaching, we enrich our collective knowledge and promote excellence in education. Scholarship underpins Lancaster’s Curriculum Transformation Project, through which we envision a future where our curriculum is a dynamic reflection of cutting-edge research, robust pedagogy, and intellectual rigour. This transformation isn’t just about what we teach, but how we teach it and why – it is about inspiring students to explore, innovate, and become the leaders of tomorrow. Central to our approach is the ethos of enquiring into teaching and learning in partnership with our students. We recognise the invaluable perspective they bring as active participants in the learning process, and thus we strive to involve them as partners in our research endeavours. By empowering students to become active researchers, we ensure that their voices are represented authentically in our scholarly discourse, enriching our understanding of effective pedagogy. This publication represents Lancaster’s commitment to excellence in teaching and emphasises the importance of systematic enquiry into our pedagogy. The breadth of topics and their insight is both a credit to the authors and a reflection of their rigorous inquiry, through which we seek to adapt and refine our teaching practices to meet the evolving needs of Higher Education. Wendy Robinson Lancaster University Pro-Vice Chancellor Education Wendy Robinson Editor’s Introduction Welcome to this first edition of Scholarship Matters in which we showcase advances in teaching and learning being researched and implemented by colleagues at Lancaster University Management School. This journal provides a platform to distribute their research findings, share best practices, and engage in meaningful dialogue about the future of management education. Our mission is not only to showcase cutting-edge research but to inspire collaboration, foster interdisciplinary perspectives, and catalyse positive change in the field. Members of the Centre for Scholarship and Innovation in Management Education are passionate about the role that scholarly enquiry plays in advancing how we teach and learn in and for business. It is fundamental in advancing our understanding of teaching and learning in Higher Education and in shaping the landscape of management education. Our scholarship in this field serves as a catalyst for innovation, driving forward our understanding of effective pedagogy, management development, and the contribution we as educators make to address the myriad challenges facing today’s managers. Through rigorous research, critical analysis, and reflective practice, our colleagues contribute invaluable insights that not only enrich our theoretical frameworks but also inform practical approaches to teaching and learning in management education. At the heart of our mission is a commitment to making scholarly research accessible and applicable to those working in management education. We believe that everyone, from seasoned academics to practicing managers, can benefit from the latest research and ideas in the field. Whether it is exploring new teaching methodologies, investigating emerging trends in leadership development, or examining the impact of technology on learning outcomes, this issue covers a wide range of topics relevant to the ever-evolving landscape of business education. We are committed to advancing scholarship and innovation in management education by shaping and sharing good practice for the benefit of students and educators. If you are interested in challenging your own practice, having greater impact, and reshaping Higher Education, I encourage you to contact our authors to continue the conversation. Neil Ralph Editor-in-Chief Neil Ralph
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