This document outlines the structure and content of the Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching in Higher Education (PGCTHE) programme. The programme aims to develop participants' skills and knowledge for teaching in higher education. It involves a residential induction, three teaching cycles where participants research the impact of teaching practices, meetings with a departmental mentor, teaching observations, and continuing professional development workshops. Participants create a portfolio assessing their achievement of learning outcomes. The portfolio is evaluated against criteria aligned with the UK Professional Standards Framework for teaching in higher education.
17. 3rd Day at Aberystwyth University (Mandatory): 11 January 2010: Aberystwyth UniversityLearning and Teaching Conference (1st Teaching Cycle Presentation)<br />January 2010<br />Date: 28 January 2010<br />Time: 14:00 - 18:00<br />Location:CDSAP Training Room, Visualisation Centre<br />April 2009<br />Date: 13 April 2010<br />Time: 09:00 – 13:00<br />Location:CDSAP Training Room, Visualisation Centre<br />June 2010<br />Date: 17 June 2010<br />Time: 14:00 - 18:00<br />Location:CDSAP Training Room, Visualisation Centre<br />PGCTHE Staff Candidate Consultative Forum<br />January 2009<br />Date:19 January 2010<br />Time:12:00 -13:00 <br />Location:CDSAP Training Room, Visualisation Centre for 29 January 2010 Board of Studies<br />June 2010<br />Date:3 June 2010 <br />Time:12:00 -13:00 <br />Location:CDSAP Training Room, Visualisation Centre for 18 June 2010 Board of Studies<br />Portfolio Submission<br /> June 2010 Board of Studies<br />Reminder e-mail sent to participants: 15 January 2010<br />Intention to Submit Form: 26 February 2010 (by 12:00) <br />Portfolio Submission Date: 23 April 2010 (by 12:00)<br />Assessment Panel Meeting: 21 May 2010<br />PGCTHE Board of Studies: 18 June 2010<br />Appendix 6: Programme of CPD Sessions<br />The most up to date version of the CPD programme is available online at: https://secure.mis.aber.ac.uk/staffdev/sd/list_courses.php Courses are also booked online. Please remember that there is a charge of £10 for non-attendance. <br />Appendix 7:PGCTHE Residential Induction Programme<br />Vision<br />“Our vision is to create an inspirational, challenging and experiential learning environment in which all participants will learn something new and take away some skills, tools or knowledge which will motivate them, further realise their potential, and enable them to make more informed choices about the development of their teaching.”<br />Aims and objectives of the residential <br />Aim: <br />To provide practitioners with an opportunity to reflect and share their conceptions of teaching and introduce them to some of the key areas contained within the Professional Standards Framework.<br />Objectives:<br />1. Provide opportunities for practitioners to discuss their philosophy on teaching and gain feedback from peers in an informal setting.<br />2. Introduce a number of perspectives with associated examples designed to inform learning and teaching.<br />3. Create an atmosphere conducive to planning for teaching interventions within different disciplines<br />Preparation for the Residential<br />1. A short learning statement entitled: ‘Reflect on your experience as a learner and discuss how this will influence your approach to teaching and supporting learning in your discipline’ (1-2 pages). This piece represents your thoughts and perceptions on teaching and learning in higher education, in particular, in your subject area. It is intended to be reflective and to provide a basis for discussion. In this way, it does not need to be heavily referenced. It will provide a baseline from which to develop professionally as a teacher and facilitator of learning. <br />2. During the induction, each programme participant will give a 10 minute presentation to a small group on a topic relating to their teaching and learning. The presentation may be delivered in any way chosen by participant.<br />Recommended reading prior to residential<br />Biggs, J. (1996). Aligning teaching for constructing learning. York, Higher Education Academy <br />Bransford, J. D., Brown, A. L. and Cooking, R, R. (Eds) (1999). How People Learn: Brain, Mind, Experience, and School (Chapter 2) Washington DC National Academy Press <br />Cousin, G. (2009). Researching Learning in Higher Education. London Routledge (Chapter 12)<br />Fry, H., Ketteridge, S, and Marshall, S. (2009) A Handbook for Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (3rd Edition) London, Routledge (Chapters 9 and 10)<br />Race, P (2006) The Lecturer’s Toolkit (3rd edition), London: Kogan Page. (Chapter 2)<br />STAFF<br />Course TutorsNameInstitutionRoles & ResponsibilitiesDr. Jo MaddernAberystwyth UniversityLearning and Teaching Development CoordinatorGraham LewisAberystwyth UniversityCoordinator, Centre for the Development of Staff & Academic PracticeGiles PolglaseAberystwyth UniversityAssistant Coordinator, Centre for the Development of Staff & Academic PracticeDr. Charles BuckleyBangor UniversityEducational DeveloperSue ClaytonBangor UniversityDirector Academic Development UnitPenny DowdneyBangor UniversityGraduate Skills CoordinatorDr. Gwyn LewisBangor UniversityDirector of Teaching and LearningEifion Lloyd JonesCentre for Welsh-Medium in Higher EducationFacilitatorChristine JonesTrinity St David’s UniversityHead of Welsh StudiesCarole Russell-WilliamsTrinity St David’s UniversityLecturer in EnglishAndrew Morgan Swansea UniversityStaff Development OfficerRuth MathesonUniversity of Wales Institute CardiffSue TangneyUniversity of Wales Institute Cardiff5th January 2010TIMEEVENTLEAD TUTORVENUEHow this session maps on to the UK Professional Standards Framework 10.30 a.m.Arrival, registration and coffeeAllReception10.30 a.m. Ice breakerAll11.00 a.m.Overview of the awardAndrew Morgan11.15 a.m.Learning statementsPractitioners work in groups Teaching and/or supporting student learning Developing effective environments and student support and guidance12.30 p.m.LunchDining room1.30 p.m.Models of learning and teachingSue TangneyRuth MathesonTeaching and/or supporting student learning3 p.m. Tea and coffee3.30 p.m. PresentationsVarious17.30Dinner18.30Bilingual teachingGwyn LewisDesign and planning of learning activities and/or programmes of studyDeveloping effective environments and student support and guidanceTeaching and/or supporting student learning20.30Finish, own time (bar opens 21.00)Bring money for bar / pub as no cash machine is available on site.<br />6th January 2010 TIME EVENTLEAD TUTORVENUEHow this session maps on to the UK Professional Standards Framework8.00Breakfast9.00Models of learning and teachingJo MaddernIntegration of scholarship, research and professional activities with teaching and supporting learningDesign and planning of learning activities and/or programmes of study10.30Coffee11.00Feedback/ assessment for learning rather than of learningAndrew MorganAssessment and giving feedback to learners12.30Lunch13.30Interventions through action researchSue TangneyIntegration of scholarship, research and professional activities with teaching and supporting learning15.00Plenary15.15Coffee break and depart<br />Following the Residential (Day 3)<br />You need to develop an A1 (flipchart) sized poster outlining a plan for your first proposed teaching intervention. It should include:<br />A description and evaluation of present teaching situation and participant’s rationale for undertaking professional development;<br />The teaching innovation participant wishes to apply, supported by theoretical underpinning;<br />The evaluation method the participant will use to assess its success;<br />Contact Details:<br />Dr. Jo Frances Maddern, BA (Hons), PhD.<br />Cydgysylltydd Datblygu Dysgu ac Addysgu / Learning and Teaching Development Co-ordinator<br />G19, Ganolfan Datblygu Staff ac Ymarfer Academaidd / G19, Centre for the Development of Staff and Academic Practice<br />Adeilad Cledwyn / Cledwyn Building,Campws Penglais / Penglais CampusAberystwythCeredigionSY23 3DD<br />Ffôn / Phone: 01970 628523<br />Ffacs / Fax: 01970 622982<br />http://www.aber.ac.uk/sell/staff/alist/jmaddern.htm<br />13716003499485http://www.aber.ac.uk/staffdevelopment/ <br />