Induction Course for Recognised University Teachers*

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University of Ulster recognises the importance of a diverse approach to teaching in order to enhance our students’ learning experience and embrace key partnerships across a range of sectors. There are a variety of roles involved in teaching and assessment at Ulster including:

Recognised university teachers
Hourly paid teachers
Staff teaching at partnership centres
Work-based learning providers
E-tutor

*Some of these roles may not be employed either on substantive contracts or directly by the University of Ulster.

If you fit one of these categories, you can undertake this professional learning course and develop your understanding of teaching and learning approaches in higher education.

Course content

Learning objectives

This course aims to provide you with:

an introduction to the UK higher education context
an introduction to expectations for learning, teaching and assessment at Ulster University
knowledge to support the quality of the educational provision you provide
an opportunity to reflect on current practice and identify further development plans
raised awareness of opportunities for gaining HEA fellowship via Advance Higher Education (AdvanceHE)

Course units

Introduction to this course
The Higher Education Learning and Teaching Environment
Ulster University Principles and Qualities of the Student Experience
Inclusive Practice
Planning for Effective Learning
Engaging Learners
Assessment and feedback for Learning
Evaluating and Enhancing Practice
Technology Enhanced Learning
Learning Environments
Reflection
Blackboard Support

Assessment

At the end of each unit, you have the opportunity complete a reflective activity that enables you to apply the unit content to your practice.

Successful completion of all journal reflections will lead to the award of an Ulster certificate of professional learning.

If you decide to apply to for Fellowship with Advance HE in the future, these reflections will serve as a useful resource for planning your application.

How the course is delivered

The course is available online via Blackboard Ultra.
You will progress through each unit consisting of a series of short videos, access to relevant resources and reflective tasks.
It's designed around a number of short units and each unit should take no longer than 1 hour to complete.
It is flexible to allow you to engage with the units at your own pace and work around your other commitments.
We encourage you to apply your learnings to your own educational practice through reflection tasks.
Ongoing support is available through the course tutor.

How to apply

Enrolment is open all year long.

If you are interested in signing up for this course, you will need an active Ulster University ‘a’ code.

If you don’t currently have one, please discuss this with the member of Ulster staff who you work with. The course is free for those who meet this requirement.