Our picks for November 2023
TeachWell gathers together timely reminders and a range of resources to support staff who lead and teach on courses.
Friendly reminders
Digital Course Outlines (DCOs)
3 November 2023: Course Directors to review content and submit to reviewers/approvers.
6 – 10 November 2023: Reviewers/approvers to accept for publishing or return with comments.
13 – 24 November 2023: Any final approvals to be submitted for publishing.
Exam results
22 November 2023: Quarter Four – submission deadline for exam papers to Assessment Services. More details
23 November 2023: Semester Two – submission of final results to Assessment Services. More details
Add to your resource kete
Mana tangata: Unlock success for Māori students
Discover Melinda Webber’s enlightening article, ‘The Five Optimal Cultural Conditions for Māori Student Success,’ which unveils a powerful model for fostering success among Māori students. This model leverages social psychology and Māori worldviews to help your students thrive.
UoA Tutoring Central
New to teaching or need a refresher? A comprehensive Canvas module, designed specifically for GTs, GTAs, and tutors, guides you through various challenges. From semester kick-off and managing own contract to inclusive teaching practices and tech integration, it’s a useful resource.
From fear to fresh teaching ideas: Try peer review
Are you eager to enhance your teaching but hesitant about judgment? Join three Australian educators who’ve embraced change, leading to innovative teaching ideas and closer collegiality. Our own website explains the valuable peer-review process and offers tips for success.
A cry for help: Essential guide on handling student distress
Explore the interactive training module, developed by Campus Life in collaboration with student support units across New Zealand universities. Originally for permanent staff, it’s now accessible also to tutors via UoA Tutoring Central. Familiarise yourself with the support services at Waipapa Taumata Rau for our tauira, students.
Revitalise your teaching
Visit the Times Higher Education Campus’, pedagogies to reinvigorate your teaching where educators worldwide share an abundance of resources, organised by pedagogical method. Be inspired to explore new ideas for the upcoming academic year.
Transdisciplinary Network @ UoA
Stay up to date with the implementation of transdisciplinary curricula at the University. This website explains how you can be involved or submit your interest for a 2025 TD pilot course. Applications close 15 November.