We’ve compiled this list of key things happening in learning and teaching this year to assist your planning. You might like to bookmark this post for reference. Click on the links (where provided) for further information, or, in the case of workshops, to register.

Also refer to the MQ Academic Calendar for other dates (be sure to select 2023!)

July

1 July – iLearn upgraded with some changes to functionality, and an improved look and feel.

3 July – Approvals for any unit amendments for S2 should be completed in the MQCMS (These will need to have been submitted through your Faculty process prior to this date).

6 July LEU S1 survey results emailed to Unit Convenors.

10 July – Unit Guides for S2 due to be published.

11 July – Academic Standards and Quality Committee (ASQC) meeting.

14 July – Applications close for Vice Chancellor’s Learning & Teaching awards

17 JulyMacquarie Kickstart program for new students commences.

19 JulyiLearn Basics workshop

20 JulyEcho360 Universal Capture workshop

24 July – Session 2 commences.

25 JulyGradebook workshop

25 July – Academic Senate meeting.

PACE Prize applications open for 2023.

August

1 AugustTeaching in iLearn for Tutors workshop

7 August – Senate Learning & Teaching Committee (SLTC) meeting.

9 August – Academic Standards and Quality Committee (ASQC) meeting.

9 August Feedback Studio & Rubrics workshop

23 August Feedback Studio & Rubrics workshop

28 August – Academic Senate meeting.

Open for observation – Session 2 classes open. Look out for details on TECHE.

Highly Commended Finalists for the Vice-Chancellor’s Learning and Teaching Awards announced.

September

1 September – Due date for MQCMS approval of amendments to (i) Session 1 2024 offered units where you are changing things like unit offerings and share teaching for 2024 AND (ii) 2024 Courses where you are changing things like Course Director, overview/aims, course learning outcomes, mapping etc. Liaise with your Faculty to determine your required submission date in the CMS.

11 September – Senate Learning & Teaching Committee (SLTC) meeting.

12 September – Academic Standards and Quality Committee (ASQC) meeting.

12-24 September – Mid-session break.

October

3 October – Academic Standards and Quality Committee (ASQC) meeting.

9-29 OctoberLearner Evaluation of Unit (LEU) S2 Survey period. The surveys are sent to students on 9th October and it’s open for 21 days.

10 October – Academic Senate meeting.

30 October – Senate Learning & Teaching Committee (SLTC) meeting.

Academic Integrity Week (Date TBC)

November

5 November – Session 2 ends – last day of classes.

6-24 November – S2 exam period

7 November – Academic Standards and Quality Committee (ASQC) meeting.

21 November – Academic Senate meeting

22 November – Vice Chancellor’s Learning and Teaching Award winners announced

December

7 December – LEU (Learner Evaluation of Unit) S2 survey results emailed to Unit Convenors

11 December – Session 3 commences


Stay in the know throughout 2023…

Keep up with what’s happening in learning and teaching by following TECHE, Macquarie’s learning and teaching blog.

Learning and teaching events, workshops and self-paced teaching development are advertised on TECHE Events.

Anything else?

If you are aware of any other things happening in learning and teaching this year, please contact professional.learning@mq.edu.au and we’ll add it to this list.

FYI: Here is what happened in S1

February

6 February Unit guides due to be published.

6 FebruaryiLearn Drop-in Clinics commence providing personalised support for your iLearn queries. 

9 February – iLearn Insights Pecha Kucha event – Get a refresher on the key features of iLearn Insights and learn about the latest upgrades to this student engagement reporting tool. Register.

12 February – Closing date for PACE Prizes applications to recognise students who completed a PACE work integrated learning activity in 2022 as well as staff and industry partners who made an outstanding contribution to the PACE experience.

13 February – First Senate Learning & Teaching Committee (SLTC) meeting for 2023 (an extraordinary planning meeting for 2023 SLTC activities).

13 – 17 FebruaryNew student orientation and Kickstart program for new commencing S1 students.

14 February – Workshop: iLearn basics for Unit Convenors.

14 February – First meeting of Academic Standards and Quality Committee (ASQC) for 2023.

15 February – Workshop: Echo360 Universal Capture.

20 February – Session 1 commences.

21 February – Teaching & Leadership Community of Practice 1st meeting of the year. Be part of this community to support good practice in learning and teaching across MQ.

21 February – Workshop: Teaching in iLearn for Tutors.

27 February – WriteWISE consultation service commences for S1 – a student-led writing service available to all undergraduate and postgraduate coursework students providing academic writing support and advice on effective study strategies. Let your students know about this service by providing them with this link.

27 February – Peer-Assisted Study Sessions (PASS), formerly known as PAL, will commence in collaboration with FSE and FMHHS in selected units! Let your students know about this service by providing them with this link.

28 February – Academic Senate 1st meeting of 2023.

28 February – Due date for MQCMS approval of amendments to 2024 Courses where you are changing things like availability, mode of offering, admission requirements, IELTS score etc. Liaise with your Faculty to determine your required submission date in the CMS.

1CC technology exploration sessions – get familiar with the technology for teaching in 1CC Central courtyard. See also this Guide to 1CC technology for teaching a f2f or blended class.

March

1 March – Learning and Teaching Podcast club starts up for 2023 – like a book club but for podcasts. Join our monthly discussions.

1 March – Contemporary Approaches to University Teaching MOOC opens for S1 enrolment. More details coming soon in TECHE.

1 March – Workshop: iLearn Gradebook.

6 March – Senate Learning & Teaching Committee (SLTC) meeting.

7 March – Workshop: iLearn Gradebook.

7 March – Careers and employability programs for students commence. A series of workshops for students covering skills development, transition to work and career exploration. Encourage your students to participate by providing them with this link.

14 March – Academic Standards and Quality Committee (ASQC) meeting.

15 March – Workshop: Feedback Studio and Rubrics.

21 March – Workshop: Feedback Studio and Rubrics.

28 March – Academic Senate meeting.

Open for Observation program. Look out for a TECHE post during March where you can sign up to open your class for others to observe.

April

1 April – Due date for MQCMS approval of amendments to Session 2 2023 offered units where you are changing things like unit description, learning outcomes, assessments, learning activities. Liaise with your Faculty to determine your required submission date in the CMS.

10-21 April – Mid-session break.

12-21 AprilBeginning to Teach: a program ideal for those new to teaching at a university.

19 April Educating for Success forum.

20 April – Workshop: How to write a successful L&T award application for staff interested in applying for a Vice Chancellor’s Learning & Teaching Award

27 April – Jobs Happy Hour: An employment focused event for students (and staff) to network with industry representatives (2-4pm on campus).

April is Course Annual Health Check month.

Observe teaching in action as part of the Open for Observation program.

Vice Chancellor’s Learning & Teaching Award nominations and applications open.

May

1 May – Senate Learning & Teaching Committee (SLTC) meeting.

2 May – Academic Standards and Quality Committee (ASQC) meeting.

3 May – Workshop: Feedback Studio and Rubrics.

8-28 May Learner Evaluation of Unit (LEU) S1 Survey period. Surveys are sent to students on 8th May and it’s open for 21 days.

30 May – Academic Senate meeting.

PACE Prize winners for 2022 are announced.

Student nominations for Vice-Chancellor’s Learning and Teaching Awards close.

June

1 June – Due date for MQCMS approval of amendments to (i) 2024 offered units where you are changing things like Unit name, code, grading, or making requisites more restrictive AND (ii) 2024 Courses where you are changing things like Course name, level, credit points, duration, structure etc. Liaise with your Faculty to determine your required submission date in the CMS.

2 June – Last day of Session 1.

5 – 23 June – Session 1 exam period.

6 June – Academic Standards and Quality Committee (ASQC) meeting.

15 June – How to write a successful L&T award application for anyone wishing to apply for a Student Nominated award.

19 June – Senate Learning & Teaching Committee (SLTC) meeting.


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The Learning and Teaching Staff Development team works with staff across the University to ensure they are supported to facilitate quality learning for students. This includes offering professional development, contributing to curriculum and assessment design, recognising and rewarding good practice, supporting peer review of teaching, and leading scholarly reflection. Email professional.learning@mq.edu.au with questions or requests.

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