THE D. R. STRANKS MEDAL
FOR CHEMICAL EDUCATION
1 The Medal and its purpose
The D R Stranks Medal has been established
to publicly recognise outstanding achievements by individuals
(or groups) in the field of chemical education
The Medal is awarded on the basis of
either (or both) of the following criteria (detailed in paragraph
4 below)
- significant innovation in chemical
education
- excellence in the professional practice
of chemical education
The latter criterion, introduced in
1993, broadens the field of endeavour of the Chemical Education
Award, which the Medal replaces.
The Medal is named in recognition of
the late Professor Donald Stranks who founded the Chemical
Education Group of the South Australian Branch and who himself
made an outstanding contribution to chemical education in
Australia.
2 Eligibility
Any South Australian practitioner(s)
of chemical education from any field of the discipline may
be nominated.
3 Nominations
Nominations made by any person. Membership
of the RACI is not essential.
The prior acquiescence of the nominee
is required. It is recommended that the nominator collaborate
with the nominee to prepare the nomination presentation.
Nominations must be made on the appropriate
form accompanied by documentary evidence. The criteria for
the award must be addressed. Failure to do so may prejudice
the nomination.
The nomination must supply the name
and address of each of two referees from whom a confidential
report may be obtained (the referees must have agreed to act
as such)
The choice of referees is important.
Such persons should be able to discuss relevant aspects of
the nominee's contribution to chemical education in the chosen
category in considerable depth.
The jury reserves the right to use
referees other than those nominated
4 Criteria
Innovation
Significant innovation in chemical
education may be demonstrated in any or more aspects of the
teaching and learning of chemistry. These aspects include
teaching methods, demonstrations, curriculum materials, assessment,
computers in education, laboratory work, teacher in-service.
Other relevant aspects are acceptable.
An expected outcome is that the innovation
has led to improved learning or teaching or attitudes or skills.
Professional practice
Excellence in professional practice
(over an extended period of time) will be characterised by
evidence of significant positive outcomes in students' learning,
attitudes and skills in chemistry, thereby influencing colleagues
and others in the profession.
Normally such a professional will demonstrate
excellence in a range of areas. Such a person will :
- use a range of effective classroom
and laboratory strategies in teaching and assessment
- develop in students positive attitudes
/ enthusiasm for chemistry
- contribute significantly to curriculum
development at least within the teaching institution and
preferably beyond it.
- be a positive role model for colleagues
and especially student teachers and beginning teachers
of chemistry
- publish in the professional journals
or elsewhere
- demonstrate an ability to accept,
trial and refine new ideas about teaching / /earning
- provide leadership in professional
development
5 Jury
Nominations will be considered by a
jury of five members comprising the Branch President (or his
nominee) and four other members who shall be appointed for
a period of three years by the Branch (after consultation
with the Chemical Education Group).
At its discretion the jury may recommended
that worthy but unsuccessful nominations be resubmitted in
the following year. The jury may also recommended be awarded
in any given year.
6 Annual call for nominations, jury
decision, presentation
In February of each year the Branch
will make a call for nominations for the Medal. Nominations
will normally close on June 30th of that year and a public
announcement will be made before September 30th of that year.
The Medal, if awarded, will be presented at an important function
organised by the Branch before December 25th.
7 Submission of nominations
A single copy of the completed nomination
form, together with supporting materials, should be submitted
to Royal Australian Chemical Institute (SA Branch),
by 30th June. Download Nomination form (4 pages, 136 kb, pdf  ),
complete and forward to the SA Branch. See Contact Details on this site for current address.
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