Bridging first year barriers: fostering belonging in the biology learning space
byFirst year teaching often requires a delicate and deft hand – teachers balance the delivery of important foundational content with facilitating student transition to…
Inclusive teaching
Building language and communication skills with strategic assessment and feedback
byDo we assume our students come to university with the language and communication skills to succeed in their studies? Writing well is a crucial…
Designing for diversity – inclusive assessment
byInclusive assessment in higher education refers to the design and implementation of assessment practices that accommodate the diverse learning needs, backgrounds, and abilities of…
Rethinking assessment design one small step at a time.
byThis year our monthly UDL Chats continue to host colleagues from around the University, willing to share their stories about using Universal Design for…
Designing for diversity – creating bridges and lowering barriers
byThroughout most of its history, universities have been largely known for their exclusivity. Terms such as the “ivory tower” have come to reflect not…
Rethinking unit design to support students in entering Occupational Therapy
byThis case study outlines an ongoing collaboration between Dr Joanne Hinitt, unit coordinator of OCCP1104 Analysing and Teaching Occupations, and educational designer Kria Coleman,…
Three quick strategies to improve student learning using Universal Design for Learning
byOur UDL Chat series for 2023 kicked off in February with guest speaker, Dr Benjamin Miller from the School of Art, Communication and English….
How AI can be used meaningfully by teachers and students in 2023
byThere has been a lot of hype over the last few weeks about students using ChatGPT, a conversational artificial intelligence (AI) that can write…
Practical approaches for creating inclusive learning environments for Chinese students
byBoth academics and students may face ongoing challenges due to the diverse experience students bring to tertiary classrooms. Chinese international students in particular often experience academic…
Pharmacy Students Working with Museum Collections and Artefacts – A Case for Object-Based Learning
byFor an incoming first-year pharmacy student, understanding how their chosen profession has evolved and developed over time will enable a better appreciation and connection…