It’s no mean feat! Assessing medical student research projects at scale
byThe University of Sydney Doctor of Medicine (MD) Program includes a mandatory 14-week, individual student research project in Year 3 of the 4-year postgraduate…
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A snapshot of student diversity at Sydney
by(This article has been updated from the original and the 2022 version to include data covering our current students.) Our students come from a variety…
Letting educators take control of generative AI to improve learning, teaching, and assessment
byIt’s almost 12 months since OpenAI released ChatGPT and the internet (and Teaching@Sydney!) is awash with examples of how students and teachers can use…
Supporting students through pre-census assessment and feedback
byThe role of early assessment and feedback The strategic use of formative or low-stakes assessment during the initial weeks of a unit of study…
Learning Spaces at Sydney Principle 1: Take an activity-centred approach
byThis post explores the first of the seven Principles for the (re)development of Learning Spaces at Sydney. Principle 1 is foundational, asking us to take…
AI as an authentic and engaging teaching tool for occupational therapy students
byWorking in collaboration with Educational Innovation, Joanne Hinitt from the Faculty of Medicine and Health recently designed and ran a workshop with interactive chatbots…
Should we use generative artificial intelligence tools for marking and feedback?
byGenerative artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT are powerful aids for writing and analysis. As we understand their potential for improving teaching and…
How academics are using peer review to boost their teaching skills and enhance their career
byPeer review for teaching is an observation and evaluation of teaching practices by colleagues. A common barrier to teachers engaging in peer review is…
Strategic Education Grants are back!
byAnd this time they are bigger than ever. Got a great idea for improving the learning and assessment in your unit? Need time and…
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…