Academic Pathways

Teaching and Learning Program for Research Higher Degree Students

Are you a Research Higher Degree (RHD) student at the University of Newcastle?
Do you want to teach at University?

Then participating in the Academic Pathways program may be for you! The Academic Pathways program is a series of ten workshops designed to introduce RHD students to becoming an effective teacher at university, and provide professional development opportunities for those who are interested in pursuing an academic career.

In order to participate, an application form needs to be filled out and co signed by both student and research supervisor.

A panel will meet in early December to determine successful applicants. Students will be notified of the outcome by Friday, 12th December 2008.

For more information please contact the Centre for Teaching and Learning on ctl-tlsd@newcastle.edu.au or call 4921 5350

Applications Closed.

Workshop topics

Listed here is a sample of teaching and learning topics that will be addressed throughout the workshop program of core and non-core workshops.

Introduction to teaching at university
Understanding learning styles
Generating group discussions
Assessment: marking and feedback
Student feedback
Teaching management
Facilitating group work
Small group teaching
Teaching effectively in blended learning environments

Workshop details
Venue:
Centre for Teaching and Learning Seminar Room L258 (Adjacent to the Auchmuty Information Common)

Core workshops:
Dates: Thursday 15th January, Friday 16th January and Thursday 19th February
Time: 9am-4pm (with 1 hour lunch break)

Non-core workshops:
Dates: Thursday 22nd January, Thursday 29th January, Thursday 5th February, Thursday 12th February,
Time: 2pm-5pm