This is a mandatory unit in the Discovering Teaching Pathway 

Pre-Requisite 

It is recommended to complete the online course "How Students Learn" (available mid Sept 24) before taking this course. 

Overview 

Learn how to bring your unique personality to your teaching, understand key preparatory steps, navigate university support services, create an effective learning environment, and tackle common classroom challenges. This interactive session will equip you with practical strategies and resources to confidently lead undergraduate seminars and lectures. Elevate your teaching and make a positive impact on your students' learning experience. 

Learning Outcomes  

By the end of this session, learners will be able to: 

• explain the preparatory steps for successful teaching, including understanding unit structures, learning outcomes, assessment methods, and available resources. 

• identify when to support and where to signpost students. 

Who should attend?  

Staff and PGR’s who are at the beginning of your teaching journey. You may be a:  

• Newly appointed Post Graduate Teaching Assistant (PGTA’s) 
• Demonstrator 
• Technician 
• Anyone who has aspects of delivery or support of teaching and learning in their role and is new to teaching. E.g. roles such as: librarians, careers advisors, education and student engagement, residential experience, support and wellbeing, and counselling.
• Post Graduate Research student (PGR’s)

This course is delivered by a member of the Learning and Development Team