Constructive failure story: The epic success that couldn’t last
We uncover a teacher’s journey to forge deep connections through relational pedagogies—a path marked by both unparalleled success and an unexpected twist.
Here we share ideas that may be relevant to your practice.
If you would like to contribute your own teaching story at UoA, please contact Ranga Auaha Ako, Learning and Teaching Design Team: teachwell@auckland.ac.nz
We would love to hear from you!
We invite staff to share their practice through Times Higher Education – THE Campus. Our writing coach, Gilbert Wong (from the Communications Office) will help you (re)develop your article, either from new or from an existing story. You will be sharing your ideas with an international audience, while raising both your own profile and that of the University. Find out more on the Staff Intranet.
Contact: gilbert.wong@auckland.ac.nz
Take a look at: THE Campus articles from our colleagues.
We uncover a teacher’s journey to forge deep connections through relational pedagogies—a path marked by both unparalleled success and an unexpected twist.
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A Law course redesign emphasises student-centric learning, enriched with tutorials and quizzes.
Dr Gabriela Baron integrates various pedagogies, including relational, indigenous, TEL, and assessment-for-learning methodologies in DESIGN 233: Design and the Natural Environment.
Jayden Houghton aims to make human connections with his students and encourages them to reflect on their values and their Law School experience.
The Faculty of Engineering has developed novel physical tools for teaching the properties of structural steel.
In Mechanical Engineering, students apply 3D printing technology to real-world industrial applications.
Maxine Lewis discusses relationality in her teaching practice within Classics and Ancient History.
In this practice example from DANCE 101, Associate Prof Alys Longley describes how she embeds relationality in her teaching practice.
Learn about a Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) training programme within the Faculty of Engineering.
Anuj Bhargava employs a constructivist approach to teaching, in which students interact with their experiences and their surroundings to build knowledge.