CURRICULUM VITAE. THOMAS HARBOE (Born: 1965)

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1 CURRICULUM VITAE THOMAS HARBOE (Born: 1965) Head of Section, Chief Educational Advisor MA, MEd & PhD students The Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Southern Denmark RESUME Since 1995, I have worked with teaching and educational development at Danish universities. Among other things, I am head of the Educational Centre of Social Sciences (ECS) and in my capacity thereof, I participate in a number of development activities across the University of Copenhagen. In this connection, my experience in project work, networking and policy plays an important role. In January 2008, I entered into a close collaboration between the University of Southern Denmark and University of Copenhagen. My PhD project has come into existence as a result of this collaboration. My primary work involves leadership, pedagogy, supervision, study techniques, methodology, coaching and Information and Communication Technology (ICT). I have extensive experience in both written and oral communication. Organizations and networking experience Management Project experience Consulting experience Experience in committee work and policy-making Large networks within higher education Press contact Learning and teaching Solid teaching experience - everything from large class lectures (400 students) to small class teaching and supervision (on an individual level or in groups) Has taught students in the capacity of both ordinary teacher and educational consultant Developed concepts for learning processes (e.g. study technique and writing groups) Written books and pamphlets with instructions on study skills, academic supervision and the like. Method and knowledge gathering Experience in carrying out interviews, organising focus groups and drafting questionnaires Experience in market research Knowledge of theory and methodology of science Written book on the sociological methodology 1

2 EDUCATION 2008 September - expected to be completed August 2011 PhD project University of Southern Denmark September June 2005 Master of Educational Development (MEd.) Danish University of Education September January 1996 Master in philosophy and minority research (MA) University of Copenhagen WORKING EXPERIENCES 2008 September - expected to be completed in August 2011 PhD project University of Southern Denmark 2008 January - August 2008 Head of Section and Chief Educational Advisor (50/50 arrangement) The Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Southern Denmark 1998 April - December 2007 Head of Section, Educational Consultant The Educational Centre of Social Sciences (ECS) currently employs 4 consultants plus one student help. The need for educational development grows as society and regulators focus increasingly on quality in education. More information about ECS - see: Develops and teaches educational courses for teachers and academic supervisors Develops and teaches writing and study skill courses for students at all academic stages Educational development projects Researches study skills and student/teacher behaviours Participates in a series of project and policy groups across the University of Copenhagen Member of the Faculty Academic Council ( ) Member of the Faculty Collaboration Committee ( ) Vice-Chairman of the Local Collaboration Committee ( ) Promoter of educational networks across all faculties at University of Copenhagen 2

3 (..) One-to-one lectures and courses Frequent themes in my teaching: Academic supervision, study skill, project work, methodology and the like References: Navy Officer School, Army Officer School, Royal Danish Defence College, Graduate Management Training for Health Care, Technical University of Denmark, College of Social Work (Copenhagen and Esbjerg), Vilnius University (Lithuania), University College Sjaelland (pedagogic), School of Nursing (Holstebro and Hilleroed), Midwives School in Copenhagen, Danish University of Education, IT University of Copenhagen, Engineering College (Odense), Frederiksberg College of Education, Royal School of Library and Information Science (Aalborg and Copenhagen), Kalundborg Gymnasium, Metropolitan University College (physiotherapist), Danish Ministry of Education, The Danish Association of Masters and PhDs (DM) Some of those references covers long-term cooperation and recurrent courses (e.g. Navy Officer School). Others are isolated events. Teaching Methodology Part-time lecturer at Copenhagen Business School Assistant lecturer at Copenhagen Business School Assistant lecturer at the University of Odense Frequent themes in my teaching: problem formulation, workflow, planning, project organization, sampling, interview techniques, questionnaires, analysis, data processing, communication, report writing and theory of science Market Research Alsted Research Inc. Report Writing, interviews, focus groups, analysis, methodology development etc Accounting Analysis (work concurrently with studies) Koebmandstandens OplysningsBureau Inc Freelance, project work (work concurrently with studies) Environmental Consultant Company Rendan Inc. TRUST MANAGEMENT (..) Chairman Treasurer Danish Network for Educational Development in Higher Education (DUN) This is an organization the purpose of which is to develop the quality of university education and university teaching. DUN seeks to further this through the establishment of networks and the organizing of member activities. Moreover, DUN issues newsletters, organizes study groups and events, and also issues "The Journal of Danish University Education". There are currently more 3

4 than 1000 members from all universities and business schools in Denmark. More information about DUN - see: I have organized two large DUN conferences (2002 and 2008) and other external activities I am the main force behind the reorganization of the association (e.g. establishment of secretariat, drafting of new statutes, grip on the economy) ACADEMIC REVIEW WORK (..) Review of submitted articles Journal of Danish University Education 2002 Reviewer ( Referee ) of submitted abstracts 4th World Conference of The International Consortium for Educational Development (ICED) TRAINING (SELECTED), 1995 (..) Since 1995, I have participated in a variety of 1-5 day courses and conferences within my field of expertise, IT, information, communication, cooperation, etc. The list is very long and I have therefore chosen to highlight the following two courses: 2000 Educational course on IT and distance learning (6 days) CITU, Lund University (Sweden) Pedagogical training of assistant professors (Minimum 10 days) UPC, Lund University (Sweden). PUBLICATIONS The following list of publications includes books, articles and pamphlets in pedagogy, study technique and methodology. The list includes three peer reviewed articles. Peer review scientific articles 1. Harboe, Thomas (2009): Dansk Universitetspædagogisk Netværk, før, nu og fremover. In: The Journal of Danish University Education vol 7 2. Harboe, Thomas (2008): DUN et nødvendigt netværk i Danmark. In: Uniped (The Journal of Norwegian University Education) 3. Harboe, Thomas (2007): Godkendelsesfælder i BA-projekt og specialevejledning. In: The Journal of Danish University Education vol 3 Published books 1. Harboe, Thomas (2009): Klager. In: Rienecker og Stray Jørgensen: Studiehåndbogen. 4

5 2. Stray Jørgensen, Peter & Harboe, Thomas (2007): Akademisk læsning. 3. Harboe, Thomas & von Müllen, Rikke (2006): Method of Study for International Students. 4. Rienecker, Lotte; Harboe Thomas & Stray Jørgensen, Peter (2005): Vejledning en brugsbog for opgave- og specialevejledere. 5. Harboe, Thomas (1997/1999/2001/2006/2009): Indføring i samfundsvidenskabelig metode. 5 ed. 6. Harboe, Thomas & Ravn, Jakob (2000/2002/2004): Studieteknik eller kunsten at studere. Nyt Teknisk Forlag 7. Harboe, Thomas (2000/2003): Skrivegrupper. Articles and features 1. Harboe, Thomas (2006): Universitetet kan lære af sine fejl. Universitetsavisen 2/2006 (newspaper feature) 2. Harboe, Thomas (2005): Opgavevejledning. Tidsskiftet Uddannelsesnyt 3/2005. Fagligt selskab for undervisende sygeplejersker. (articles) 3. Harboe, Thomas (2005): Akademisk læsning. Tidsskiftet Uddannelsesnyt 4/2005. Fagligt selskab for undervisende sygeplejersker. (articles) 4. Harboe, Thomas & Brostroem, Stig (2001): Universiteterne år Universitetsavisen 17/2001 (newspaper feature) Research reports 1. Harboe, Thomas (2006): Forventninger til vejledningen en spørgeskemaundersøgelse blandt specialestuderende ved samfundsvidenskab, jura og humaniora. University of Copenhagen 2. Harboe, Thomas (2005): Akademisk opgavevejledning en handlingsorienteret analyse af 51 udvalgte klagesager. Danish University of Education 3. Harboe, Thomas (2002): Brug af IT-redskaber i undervisningen en spørgeskemaundersøgelse. University of Copenhagen 4. Harboe, Thomas (2000): Forventninger til vejledningen en spørgeskemaundersøgelse blandt specialestuderende ved samfundsvidenskab og humaniora. University of Copenhagen Pamphelts and official handouts 1. Harboe, Thomas & von Müllen, Rikke (2009): Study skills for International students. University of Southern Denmark 2. Harboe, Thomas (2009): Brug din specialevejleder. University of Southern Denmark * 3. Harboe, Thomas (2008): Brug din specialevejleder. University of Copenhagen * 4. Harboe, Thomas & von Müllen, Rikke (2006): Study skills for International students. University of Copenhagen 5. Harboe, Thomas (1999): Skrivegrupper gode råd og erfaringer. University of Copenhagen 6. Harboe, Thomas (1998): Studieteknik for studiestartere. University of Copenhagen 7. Harboe, Thomas (1999): Brug din vejleder. University of Copenhagen Pamphelts marked with an * are endorsed at dean level, as being the official faculty policy of Master Thesis supervision Last updated: March