STEPS: Skills for Teaching, Engaging, and Promoting Student Learning

Description:

This microcredential is delivered at Macquarie University by the Office of the Pro-Vice Chancellor (Education) as part of the University’s teaching development program.  

STEPS is a professional development program that covers topics that are key to getting started with teaching at university. It It explores the essentials of student-centred learning, good practice in how to facilitate learning, and the fundamentals of effective feedback and reflecting on teaching practice. The program also gives participants the opportunity to plan, present, and evaluate a short (‘micro‘) teaching session. 

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this professional learning programme, participants will be able to: 

1. Implement inclusive practices that respect individual differences and foster an equitable learning environment. 

1. Apply strategies to enhance learner engagement by designing and delivering learning experiences that promote active participation and provide equitable opportunities for all learners to achieve their potential. 

1. Identify and refer students to appropriate support services at Macquarie University (MQ) by developing awareness of available resources and understanding how to guide students towards relevant academic and wellbeing support. 

1. Provide constructive and impactful feedback for learning by applying best practices in delivering feedback that supports student development. 

Program Design:

• Delivery: this microcredential is delivered in person and online and at Macquarie University 

• Learning: synchronous and asynchronous learning activities, micro-teaching session, structured reflection, and action plan 

• Assessment: completion of learning activities, micro-teaching session, reflection on feedback, and action plan 

• Volume of learning: 15 hours