Learning and Teaching at the University of WollongongThe University is committed to providing its diverse body of students with engaging, internationally-oriented learning experience. UOW’s success in learning and teaching can be demonstrated by its enviable results in supporting student learning and preparing students for the challenges of future study and workplace environments.
Goals
The University of Wollongong’s goal in Learning and Teaching is:
- Excellence and innovation in learning and teaching
Through Goal 1 of the 2008-10 UOW Strategic Plan, UOW aims to enhance quality and achieve international standards. This will be achieved through systematic benchmarking, improvements in course management, embedding the Graduate Qualities and optimising the benefits of a research-intensive university environment, alongside a commitment to ensuring access and appropriate support for under-represented student groups.
PrioritiesThe University has identified several priorities for 2008-10 to maintain its reputation for excellence in the Learning and Teaching fields. The priorities for 2008-10 are to:
- Promote ethical practice in education and research as an integral part of the University culture
- Strengthen and sustain a reputation for excellence in learning and teaching through innovation and quality student outcomes
- Ensure UOW students and graduates are valued, in their communities and by their employers, for their knowledge, skills and distinctive qualities
Objectives for 2008 include:
- Integrate the development of the Graduate Qualities into the curriculum
- Work with employers to integrate workplace and community experiences for students into the curriculum in all discipline areas
- Employ external benchmarking to monitor academic standards
- Integrate international perspectives and content into the curricula
- Provide and promote appropriate learning support for student groups and individuals
- Embed the outcomes of the Academic Integrity Project within learning and teaching processes
Longer term Objectives for 2008-10 include:
- Develop and implement institutional approaches to evaluating the attainment of the Graduate Attributes
- Promote the development and dissemination of best practices in learning and teaching
- Provide opportunities that equip students for employment in the global labour market
- Take appropriate opportunities to match undergraduate programs with areas of research focus
Achievements - 2007
- Maximum five stars for: Research Intensity; Generic Skills; Graduate Satisfaction; and for Graduate Employment, Positive Graduate Outcomes and Graduate Starting Salaries (Good Universities Guide)
- The development of the distinctive qualities of a graduate of the University of Wollongong - “the UOW Graduate Qualities”, superseding the UOW Graduate Attributes
- The initiation of a new Course Management Approval process to improve alignment of course with the strategic development of Faculties and Units
- Review of the Code of Practice – Teaching and Assessment
- Review of the Academic Grievance Policy (Coursework and Honours Students)
UOW Recipients of the 2007 Carrick Citations for Outstanding Contribution to Student LearningMs Maureen Bell
A significant contribution to the professional development of university teachers through innovative curriculum development and scholarly dissemination Professor Patrick Crookes
Redefining the research skills required by health professionals: from ability to 'do research' to capabilities in research appreciation and application Dr Deslea Konza
Leadership and dissemination of expertise in classroom management and literacy through resource development, short courses and curriculum integration Dr Gary Noble
For the development, review and pedagogical refinement of curricula and resources that bridge the divide between theory and professional practice in the field of marketing Dr Anne Porter
Leadership in improving learning outcomes in informatics through staff mentoring in systematic quality improvement processes and projects Ms Sally Rogan, Mr Phill Dawson
Leadership and mentoring in the adaptation, dissemination and advancement of the Peer Assisted Study Session (PASS) Program Mr Martin Smith
For strategies, programs and services that help students make connections between their disciplines and the world of work Professor Julie Steele
Excellence, passion and commitment to explore the teaching-research nexus and engage students at all levels in biomechanics Professor Robert Whelan
For insight, creativity and leadership in creating a new program for science students, giving a global perspective on science and deep understanding of social context
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