Master effective teaching strategies and instructional design for higher education through evidence-based approaches.
Master effective teaching strategies and instructional design for higher education through evidence-based approaches.
This comprehensive course introduces fundamental principles and practices of university teaching, incorporating research evidence and practical strategies. Students learn about effective teaching methods, curriculum design, assessment strategies, and student engagement techniques. The course features insights from award-winning educators, expert interviews, and real-world teaching examples, emphasizing both theoretical understanding and practical application.
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What you'll learn
Understand higher education teaching contexts
Apply research-based teaching principles
Design effective curriculum and instruction
Implement diverse pedagogical strategies
Develop appropriate assessment methods
Provide constructive student feedback
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
5.6 Hours PreRecorded video
11 quizzes, 1 assignment
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There are 7 modules in this course
This course provides a thorough introduction to university teaching through seven comprehensive modules. Students explore teaching contexts, research-based practices, instructional design, pedagogical options, and assessment strategies. The curriculum combines theoretical foundations with practical applications, featuring insights from experienced educators and real teaching examples.
Course Introduction
Module 1 · 1 Hours to complete
What does it look like teaching in higher education?
Module 2 · 3 Hours to complete
What does research tell us about effective teaching in higher education?
Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete
How shall we go about curriculum and instructional design?
Module 4 · 2 Hours to complete
What pedagogical options can we find from successful examples? – An instructional toolbox
Module 5 · 4 Hours to complete
How to design effective assessment?
Module 6 · 2 Hours to complete
How to provide constructive and high-impact feedback?
Module 7 · 2 Hours to complete
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Instructor
Assistant Professor and Course Designer at The University of Hong Kong
Dr. Lily Min Zeng is an Assistant Professor and course designer at The University of Hong Kong, bringing 18 years of teaching experience from higher education institutions in Hong Kong, New Zealand, and Mainland China. She earned her PhD in educational psychology from HKU's Faculty of Education. Dr. Zeng has played a pivotal role in coordinating and delivering professional development programs for university staff and previously served as the Acting Head of Programmes at the Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning (CETL) at HKU. In her current position, she teaches a mandatory program for new academic staff, develops e-learning resources for faculty professional development, collaborates with various university units to create experiential learning e-learning packages for undergraduates, and conducts research projects to support evidence-based teaching initiatives. Additionally, she provides pedagogical consultation on learning diversity, assessment, feedback, peer review of teaching, and teaching portfolios to faculty both within and outside HKU.
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