New to teaching

Starting your teaching career at UQ is an exciting opportunity to grow and develop as an academic.

Academics play a vital role in teaching and learning. The University adopts an institutional approach to ensuring all new teaching staff have access to high quality teaching and learning training. UQ also values contribution to innovation and thought leadership in the field of teaching and learning.

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Orientation for new academics

A session for academics new to UQ, providing essential information about the University and your role as an academic.

Teaching@UQ

Learn the knowledge and practical skills to build a successful teaching career in higher education.

Tutors@UQ

An introduction to teaching and learning at UQ for tutors and casual academic sessional staff (three sessions over one semester).

Coordinating@UQ

Connect curriculum, pedagogy and assessment to foster active student participation and learning.

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Ready to Teach Week

Twice a year, a program of online and in-person activities designed to help you prepare course materials for the upcoming semester.

Workshops and short courses

A range of hands-on workshops (in-person and online) covering eLearning tools training, pedagogical workshops and educational media production.

Peer support

There are multiple opportunities to connect with peers for teaching support: from Communities of Practice, peer observation of teaching and one-on-one support consultations.

Self-paced learning

Learn at your own pace with online courses offered by UQ Professional Learning. You can also access specialised podcasts.

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Orientation and induction programs

Professional development events and courses

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