Tag: research in teaching
A repository for Australian university learning and teaching research
The Universities Australia Learning and Teaching Repository is a collection of higher education learning and teaching research useful to university academics and higher education professionals.
Do pharmacists explain medicines adequately? Ask students to use data to find out
From science to linguistics, early childhood education to accountancy, students studying these subjects will engage in collecting and using data by examining real-life scenarios – such as comparing the practices of pharmacists in their suburbs.
Why is a leaf green? How to change an assessment to an inquiry
A simple question like 'Why is a leaf green?' is a good basis for an internet search, and can be the starting point for an assignment whereby students write a report distinguishing 'good evidence' and 'poor evidence'.
Studying during COVID-19: insights from Sociology and Gender Studies students
Research with Sociology and Gender Studies students indicates that flexible arrangements that account for students’ lived realities are key to satisfaction and wellbeing. Written by Dr Charlotte Overgaard and Dr Saartje Tack.
Professor Ian Blair on the teaching and research nexus
Like any great researcher, Ian takes a scientific approach to his teaching: Assessing what he knows about learning and teaching, examining where the knowledge and skill gaps are, collecting data and evaluating his performance. Ian regularly avails himself of learning...
Dr Amalie Dyda: Teaching in a research-led manner
Amalie brings world-class research into the Master of Public Health to teach students about foundations and new advances in health informatics.
PACE Community of Practice: Principles-based thinking to guide decision-making for research ethics & PACE
The updated National Statement and the Australian Code are guidance documents setting out principles for research ethics and integrity. How can we use these documents to guide ethical research practice and governance in the PACE program?
Connecting teaching and research through applied and engaged PACE units: A look at ECON381
In the current ERA environment, finding ways to engage with end-users of research is a challenge faced by all academics. ECON381 is a PACE and capstone unit that provides opportunities to connect directly with end-users of research while contributing to...
Who is the new PVC L&T and what’s the plan?
At this week's LIH/LTRC meet and greet, Dominique discussed her background, current research projects, reflections on her first month at Macquarie, and her thoughts for the future.