Edited by Renu Bhandari, Tuesday 18 November 2025 at 08:45
Celebrating OU Contributions to Student Belonging in Action
Student Belonging in Action is now published by Routledge. This collaborative book features nearly 40 UK authors sharing innovative practices to foster student belonging in higher education. Contributions from OU colleagues include Lorna Sibbett (Staff Tutor AOCCI) and Dr Renu Bhandari (Senior Lecturer and Staff Tutor AOCCI), who explore inclusive belonging and the power of student–staff partnerships in shaping it. They are joined by Liz Hardie, Carol Edwards, Kate Ritchie, Jennifer Harper, Emma Bassett, and Suz Corcoran—showcasing the OU’s strong commitment to student-centred, online learning.
Student Belonging in Action
Student Belonging in Action is now published by Routledge. This collaborative book features nearly 40 UK authors sharing innovative practices to foster student belonging in higher education. Contributions from OU colleagues include Lorna Sibbett (Staff Tutor AOCCI) and Dr Renu Bhandari (Senior Lecturer and Staff Tutor AOCCI), who explore inclusive belonging and the power of student–staff partnerships in shaping it. They are joined by Liz Hardie, Carol Edwards, Kate Ritchie, Jennifer Harper, Emma Bassett, and Suz Corcoran—showcasing the OU’s strong commitment to student-centred, online learning.