October 2018 Issue

The future of learning is enhanced flexibility, both online and off

In a world that is demanding a greater level of flexibility, UOW is taking steps to make study far more accessible to a broader range of people beyond our current student drawing regions. This ambition has led to the launch of UOW Online: an initiative to deliver innovative learning experiences for students in an engaging online campus.

Staff Profile: Associate Professor Sarah O’Shea, School of Education

After starting professional life working with disengaged youth in Western Sydney, Associate Professor Sarah O’Shea from UOW’s School of Education has sustained her interest in working with students from disadvantaged backgrounds. Her mission: to change perceptions of these student cohorts and increase their educational opportunities.

Podcast: Can You Tell Me Why?

If you’ve ever caught yourself wondering why you can’t stick to exercise, or if you’ll ever buy a house, a new podcast developed by UOW, is helping shed light on some of these common musings.

Embracing technology in teaching for more targeted student engagement

The Wollongong Academy for Tertiary Teaching and Learning Excellence (WATTLE) Hot Topic Learning Analytics group, who advocate excellence in teaching and learning, has been working to find ways to address student experience and early identification of students struggling in the system.

Student profile: Batemans Bay co-curricular champion Katrina Manning determined to make her mark in teaching

Having not studied for 12 years, Katrina Manning has come full circle since commencing her undergraduate Bachelor of Arts at UOW’s Batemans Bay Campus, transitioning from mentee to mentor during her participation in the UOWx programs.

Early disruption key to instilling a connection to higher education

What do you want to be when you grow up? UOW is doing its part to help children answer this commonly asked question by planting the seed of a university education in the minds of young students.

Academic Portfolio staff recognised at 2018 Vice-Chancellor’s Awards

Staff from across UOW’s Academic Portfolio have been recognised for their contribution to teaching and learning and professional services to the University, during the 2018 Vice-Chancellor’s Awards held in August.

Wollongong among world’s teaching elite winning GTEA Spotlight Award

The University of Wollongong (UOW) has been recognised among the world’s best institutions for teaching excellence, receiving a Spotlight Award in the 2018 Global Teaching Excellence Award.