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Effective University Teaching (EDUC90002)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 1 (Early-Start)
Please refer to the LMS for up-to-date subject information, including assessment and participation requirements, for subjects being offered in 2020.
Overview
Availability | Semester 1 (Early-Start) |
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This subject introduces students to the fundamental principles of effective teaching for learning in higher education. In a series of seminar/workshops it will provide an introduction to theories of teaching and learning and guidance on effective procedures for large and small group teaching, assessment and evaluation, e-learning, peer learning and other topics relevant to the contexts in which participants teach. It will draw on participants’ experiences, research on effective approaches and practical guides.
Intended learning outcomes
At the completion of the subject, participants should have developed:
- a critical understanding of the principles of effective teaching, learning and assessment in higher education;
- knowledge of some of the key research relating to teaching and learning at this level, and the central debates in this field;
- familiarity with the resources available to support teaching in higher education, and an understanding of how these can be used most effectively;
- a student-centred perspective on the nature of teaching and learning;
- an understanding of learning environments at the University of Melbourne, and of teaching approaches appropriate to those environments, as articulated in the Nine Principles;
- an analytical and reflective approach to their teaching activities and a recognition of their professional responsibilities in this area.
Generic skills
On completing this subject, participants should be able to:
- critically analyse teaching and learning theories and principles and apply them appropriately to a range of contexts;
- identify and analyse contemporary issues in higher education;
- reflect upon and analyse their practice in light of discussions with peers and;
- prepare written briefing papers for effective communication with colleagues.
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Recommended background knowledge
Involvement in university teaching
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Assessment
Due to the impact of COVID-19, assessment may differ from that published in the Handbook. Students are reminded to check the subject assessment requirements published in the subject outline on the LMS
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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A written assignment in the form of an issues or discussion paper as it relates to the participant's particular teaching and learning context
| Week 7 | N/A |
A group assignment in which each group develops a paper and recommendations to support a particular aspect of teaching and learning. Includes a group oral presentation and written submission outlining the key recommendations. and a written submission, and an individual critical reflection on the group process. Oral presentations week 11/12, Written submission end of semester.
| End of the teaching period | N/A |
Hurdle requirement: Attendance at all classes (tutorial/seminars/practical classes/lectures/labs) is obligatory. Failure to attend 80% of classes will normally result in failure in the subject. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Additional details
A pass in this subject requires the satisfactory completion of both assessment components. Please note this subject is assessed on a pass/fail basis only.
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1 (Early-Start)
Principal coordinator Chi Baik Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 20 Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 18 February 2020 to 7 June 2020 Last self-enrol date 28 February 2020 Census date 30 April 2020 Last date to withdraw without fail 5 June 2020 Assessment period ends 3 July 2020 Semester 1 (Early-Start) contact information
Time commitment details
170 hours
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
None
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Graduate Certificate in University Teaching - Links to additional information
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 10 February 2024