Curtin University

Graduate Certificate in Higher Education Innovative Learning and Teaching

Curtin University

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00301J

The Graduate Certificate in Higher Education Innovative Learning and Teaching promotes evidence-based and scholarly approaches to learning and teaching. It focuses on transforming teaching practices through the integration of new and innovative design, curriculum development, delivery, and critical evaluation of the learners own teaching practices. The range of learning opportunities provided are designed to promote breadth and depth in educators knowledge and skill, application of knowledge and skill to real-life contexts, and development of critical reflective practices. The expectations, needs and learning practices of contemporary adult learners are reviewed as a prelude to examining approaches to pedagogy, student engagement, the learning cycle, technology-rich learning environments, reflective practice and evaluation. This course is designed on the principles of transformation and self-directed learning that enables learners to draw on a flexible range of modalities to demonstrate their learning in learner-specific contexts. Underpinning this course is the development of a teaching portfolio that evidences critical, reflective, and developmental teaching practices. This course is designed for individuals seeking to enhance their teaching practice and capacity to facilitate learning, with an opportunity to seek professional higher education accreditation if desired. The content is designed to be applicable across all teaching disciplines and is applicable for those teaching in face-to-face and online learning environments across a variety of contexts.

Structure

Credit Points: 100

Subjects

  • EDHE5007 The Learning Cycle: Design and Curriculum
  • EDHE5008 Design Thinking and Educational Innovation
  • EDHE5010 Research for the Scholarship of Learning and Teaching
  • EDHE5011 Teaching Portfolio

Standard entry requirements

Specifically, applicants require a completed bachelor degree or equivalent.

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Online Domestic: $10,171
No
  • Part-time : 1 year

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