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Effective University Teaching (EDUC90002)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Online

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Overview

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Semester 1 - Online
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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: 13 December 2022

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: 13 December 2022

Assessment

DescriptionTimingPercentage

A written assignment in the form of an issues or discussion paper as it relates to the participant's particular teaching and learning context

  • 2000 words
Hurdle requirement: This assessment task must be satisfactorily completed.		Week 7N/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.

  • 2000 words
Hurdle requirement: This assessment task must be satisfactorily completed.		End of the teaching periodN/A
Hurdle requirement: A minimum of 80% attendance at all seminars and workshops.Throughout the teaching periodN/A

Additional details

Please note this subject is assessed on a pass/fail basis only.
A pass in this subject requires the satisfactory completion of both assessment components.

Last updated: 13 December 2022

Dates & times

  • Semester 1 - Online
    Principal coordinatorChi Baik
    Mode of deliveryOnline
    Contact hours20 hours
    Total time commitment170 hours
    Teaching period28 February 2022 to 29 May 2022
    Last self-enrol date11 March 2022
    Census date31 March 2022
    Last date to withdraw without fail 6 May 2022
    Assessment period ends24 June 2022

    Semester 1 contact information

    cbaik@unimelb.edu.au

Time commitment details

170 hours

Last updated: 13 December 2022

Further information

Last updated: 13 December 2022