Open book exams are, in general, more authentic as assessment tasks. They mimic real world conditions better, and can side-step the memorisation-regurgitation of information for which closed-book exams are notorious. But how do you get them right?
Authentic assessments are a new way for students to showcase and grow their skills, but how does accessibility fit into the picture?
With the first First Year Experience forum of 2018 coming up, now's a great time to take a look back on the last FYE forum from November 2017 (that feels so long ago!).
Zoom will soon be available for all teaching staff at UTS.
To help you with the new Assessment policy, here's our hand-picked selection of 18 recommended resources for using online assessment tools at UTS.
In 2017, Elizabeth Humphrys received a FASS Teaching and Learning and Award for her work in the subject Economy, Society and Globalism. Learn about the classroom simulation she used to help students understand complex theoretical concepts.
If you're busy preparing your subject outline for Autumn session, why not make the process a little smoother with this suite of videos which answer the most common questions, or book a training session?
One question we ask ourselves before the start of each teaching session is, “how do we get our students to do the weekly readings and tutorial preparation activities?” I too, have been asking myself this question for years, and I think there might be a solution.
If you have experience in learning and teaching and would like to work with an innovative and exciting team, there are several positions currently available within the faculty.
Have you been meaning to make your teaching more engaging for students but just can’t seem to get around to doing it?
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