BENJ1011 Introduction to Teaching in BIOENV (1 cr)
Study level:
Postgraduate studies
Grading scale:
Pass - fail
Language:
English
Responsible organisation:
Department of Biological and Environmental Science
Curriculum periods:
2020-2021, 2021-2022, 2022-2023
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Introduction to Teaching
Description
Doctoral students will be introduced to the department’s degree programs, teaching goals and procedures. The course will include a brief overview of pedagogical methods and instruction on how to participate in pedagogical training, as well as how to maintain a teaching portfolio to document their teaching experience. Students will also participate in teaching development activities in the department. Discussion panel with teachers in the department will allow students to understand more about experiences teaching at the University level. Tips for work-life balance among University teachers are presented and discussed.
Learning outcomes
be introduced to different teaching methods used in BIOENV
become familiar with resources for developing teaching skills available at the University
become familiar with degree programs in BIOENV, departmental teaching goals and procedures
understand what is required of student teachers in the department
be introduced to methods for maintaining well-being and work-life balance as a teaching researcher.
Additional information
Recommended for doctoral students in their first year, before they begin teaching.
Description of prerequisites
No prerequisites
Completion methods
Method 1
Description:
Recommended for doctoral students in their first year, before they begin teaching.
Evaluation criteria:
A passing grade requires participation in course discussion and learning activities.
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Participation in teaching (1 cr)
Type:
Participation in teaching
Grading scale:
Pass - fail
Language:
English
Study methods:
Participation in seminars, group discussions, development activities and self-reflection tasks.