Learning Outcomes:

The International Certificate in University Teaching has the following learning outcomes:

When you have participated in this session and completed the related portfolio evidence, you will be able to:

1^st Contact Session:

• Distinguish between different beliefs about how students learn
• Recognise parameters of diversity in the student population
• Plan support and guidance to meet a diverse range of student needs
• Design a lecture with a clear structure
• Prepare and use presentation technology effectively
• Describe strategies for increasing student engagement in lectures
• Describe a range of strategies for engaging disengaged students in small group discussion
• Plan and brief an effective team activity

2^nd Contact Session:

• Explain and apply key concepts used in assessment
• Select appropriate assessment methods for different learning outcomes
• Design a range of assessment methods commonly used in university education
• Explain the role of feedback in student learning
• Explain the importance of the evidence base in improving university teaching and learning
• Design/select methods for gathering evaluation data and interpret such data as evidence for the effectiveness or otherwise of innovations in learning and teaching

Both Sessions:

• Use technology to enhance learning, teaching and assessment practices
• Search and critique the university education literature
• Critique own teaching practices to reflect the diversity of learners and to foster inclusivity