Science and Technology: Train the Trainer Learning Design Workshops

This online workshop series is a follow-up to the first set of introductory online teaching & learning workshops. These will further explore online learning and teaching design principles, adult learning theories and principles and dive into discipline-specific course design. These workshops will be broadly based, encompassing the development of knowledge and skills in areas including adult learning principles, course design and online assessment, and identifying and evaluating suitable tools and multimedia learning objects. Additionally, an opportunity will be provided at the end of the series to consolidate learning and discuss the promotion of learning & teaching values. Learning Outcomes: • identify strategies and opportunities to promote a culture that values learning and teaching. • reflect on learning and teaching strategies, assumptions and experiences that influence learning, and impact practice. • apply pedagogical approaches, learning and teaching strategies, and technologies to promote active student engagement through course design. • analyse and apply a range of design approaches appropriate to science and technology disciplines. Program Details: • Delivery details: This is an online program delivered by Academic staff and Senior Learning Designers from across Macquarie University. It comprises pre and post work, assessments, live online workshops and drop-in sessions. • Volume of Learning: 17 hours (10.75 Learning and 6.25hrs Pre/Post work and Assessment) • Activities: Workshops, drop-in sessions, breakout room discussions, discussion forums, pre and post work (readings, videos, multiple choice quiz, short answers) • Assessments: SMART Goals, Case Study Analysis, Individual Course Plan, Group Presentation, Attendance