Outline

Overview

This unit will offer you opportunities to enhance your understanding of good teaching and quality student learning in higher education. The main aim of this unit is to support you in applying your enhanced understanding of teaching and learning to planning scholarly and creative solutions to practice-based problems in your work as a university teacher. As a result of successfully completing this unit of study students should be able to explain relationships between good teaching and quality student learning using theoretical concepts from the higher education literature; and apply an enhanced understanding of good teaching and quality student learning to practice-based teaching and learning issues.

Unit details and rules

Unit code	EDPR5001
Academic unit	Education
Credit points	6
Prohibitions ?	None
Prerequisites ?	None
Corequisites ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	None
Available to study abroad and exchange students	Yes

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Samantha Clarke, samantha.clarke@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s)	Danny Liu, danny.liu@sydney.edu.au
	Jessica Frawley, jessica.frawley@sydney.edu.au
	Samantha Clarke, samantha.clarke@sydney.edu.au
	Pippa Yeoman, pippa.yeoman@sydney.edu.au
	Eszter Kalman, eszter.kalman@sydney.edu.au

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Presentation	In-class assessments Project presentation (weeks 12 and 13)	0%	Multiple weeks	See Canvas
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Issue posting Discussion board post	10%	Week 02 Due date: 05 Mar 2020 at 23:59	500 words
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Annotated bibiliography Annotated bibliographies	25%	Week 07 Due date: 09 Apr 2020 at 23:59	1500  words
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Development & innovation of project proposal Teaching innovation project proposal	65%	Week 14 (STUVAC) Due date: 05 Jun 2020 at 23:59	4000 words
Outcomes assessed:
= hurdle task ? = group assignment ?

Assessment summary

Detailed information for each assessment can be found on Canvas.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

The following grade descriptors are used as a basis for marking and feedback in all units of the Graduate Certificate.

Result name	Mark range	Description
High distinction	85 - 100	As for the criteria for ‘Distinction’, however the work also shows a high degree of originality and creativity. There is evidence that the view of teaching and learning in professional, vocational and/or higher education and their application in practice, have contributed to University Teaching and Learning personal learning. There is good evidence of critical reflection on academic practice and identification of strategies for development. There is evidence of the ability to generalise the subject content to areas not covered in formal class sessions.
Distinction	75 - 84	The work shows a good appreciation of the general purpose of the topic. There is good coverage of the topic with relevant and accurate support and a well developed scholarly argument. The work demonstrates a clear view of how the various aspects of the topic integrate to meet the purpose. There is good evidence of application of assignment content to a relevant context.
Credit	65 - 74	The work is relevant, accurate and addresses several aspects of the topic. There is demonstration of understanding in relation to a reasonable amount of the content and a scholarly argument has been advanced. There is emerging evidence of an overall integrative view of the topic, and growing awareness of application or integration.
Pass	50 - 64	The information in the various aspects of the work is relevant and accurate but is not integrated and only covers core aspects of the topic. There is an attempt at a scholarly argument and the work indicates a limited understanding of the topic.
Fail	0 - 49	The information in the work is irrelevant, inaccurate or has missed the point. The work is insufficient; there is a lack of engagement with learning tasks or a failure to submit in the agreed timeframe.

For more information see sydney.edu.au/students/guide-to-grades.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

This unit has an exception to the standard University policy or supplementary information has been provided by the unit coordinator. This information is displayed below:

If you are aware that your circumstances mean that you will find it difficult to submit your assessment work on time, please speak with the unit of study coordinator. An extension of time may be arranged (for up to 2 working days) by written agreement without the need for a special consideration or special arrangement form.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

You may only use artificial intelligence and writing assistance tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator, and if you do use them, you must also acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section.

Studiosity is permitted for postgraduate units unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Multiple weeks	Consultations	Seminar (9 hr)
Week 01	Scholarly practice within higher education	Seminar (3 hr)
Week 05	Constructive alignment and assessment for learning	Seminar (3 hr)
Week 09	The context we teach in	Seminar (3 hr)
Week 12	Review and consolidation of learning + project plan presentation showcase (part A)	Seminar (3 hr)
Week 13	Project plan presentation showcase (part B)	Seminar (3 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

Attendance: The Sydney School of Education and Social Work requires attendance of at least 90 percent of all seminars, workshops or lectures. Where a student is unable to attend at the required rate evidence of illness or misadventure may be required and the student may be required to undertake extra work. Students should discuss the circumstances of their absence(s) with the co-ordinator of the unit of study. Further details are provided in the School Canvas site: https://canvas.sydney.edu.au/courses/13426

Remote attendance: We understand that unavoidable commitments may occasionally prevent some students from attending every class meeting. However the collaborative learning at these meetings is an essential part of the unit of study. Where students are unable to attend a class meeting they should notify the unit of study coordinator in advance and make arrangements to attend remotely through Zoom video conferencing software.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

All readings for this unit can be accessed on the Library eReserve link available on Canvas.

Core textbook:

Ramsden, P. (2003). Learning to teach in higher education. (2nd ed.). London: Routledge Falmer. Available from the University Coop Bookshop.

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

Outcomes
Graduate qualities

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. explain relationships between good teaching and quality student learning using theoretical concepts from the higher education literature
LO2. apply an enhanced understanding of good teaching and quality student learning to practice-based teaching and learning issues.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Responding to student feedback

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

At the end of Semester 1 in 2019 we met with a number of your colleagues who had just completed EDPR5001 to further discuss all elements of the unit and opportunities for improvement for 2020. Based on these discussions and the feedback in the USS, some of the changes we will be introducing into 2020 EDPR5001 are: - We will aim to provide more meta clarity around the reasons behind various learning activities by being explicit about what we hope you will take away from the activities; - One recurring theme from the feedback was for more opportunities to meet colleagues from around the University outside their own discipline - to help with this we will try various space and cohort arrangements to encourage the development of broader connections across the GradCert (HE) cohort; - In keeping with FASS rules, the word count will be increasing on all assessments which should provide more scope for deeper exploration; - Another recurring theme was around the turnaround time for feedback on assignments - we will continue to aim to return feedback to you within 2 weeks of submitting the work; - When groups are formed for the group assessment task, we will aim to provide more structure and guidance, including implementing some rules to eliminate potential conflict of interest situations, supporting people who aren't able to connect with a group and providing groups with the option of creating a group charter of agreement.

Additional information

Important notes on grading and marking:

Assessment 3: 'Project proposal' is a group assignment for 2-4 people. In group assessments all group members will receive the same mark.
Our aim is to provide feedback on your work within two (2) weeks of the date that we receive your assignment. In providing feedback on your work, our emphasis is on qualitative descriptions of each grade rather than the numerical marks. So each project will receive a grade (e.g., ‘Credit’) based on the qualities demonstrated in accordance with the rubrics and marking guidelines for each. Your overall grade for the semester will be based on your results across all weighted assessments, relative to the weightings indicated in this unit of study outline.

Site visit guidelines

If you are undertaking professional experience/field education placement as part of your enrolment in this unit of study, please assess your specific needs and requirements for the safe and successful completion of an external placement within a host organisation. You will be given the opportunity to disclose any health issues that have a work health and safety significance before arranging a placement so that your safety, and the safety of others, can be properly assessed. The Professional Experience Coordinator/Field Education Manager will work to ensure that the workplace assignment to you is appropriate for your needs and requirements. If you are experiencing disability, and require reasonable adjustments to be arranged, please contact Disability Services as early as possible prior to commencing the internship. Please note, in all cases, and for the purpose of organising reasonable adjustments, only the impact and not the nature, of your disability will be disclosed to the host organisation.

Disclaimer

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Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Additional information

Site visit guidelines

Disclaimer

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Media

Student links

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EDPR5001: University Teaching and Learning

Semester 1, 2020 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Additional information

Site visit guidelines

Disclaimer

On this page

Useful links

Media

Student links

About us

Connect