Teaching Excellence and Career Progression
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What is a primary aim of the award mentioned?

  • To secure more research grants
  • To focus solely on curriculum development
  • To promote publishing in academic journals
  • To encourage teaching excellence through role models (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a required qualification for applicants?

  • Established reputation as a teacher and scholar
  • Published research in the last five years (correct)
  • Experience in leading curriculum development
  • Reflective practice respected by peers and students

What indicates a successful applicant's commitment to future teaching and learning development?

  • Peer-reviewing articles for journals
  • Presenting at conferences
  • Leading curriculum development teams (correct)
  • Securing significant grants

Which characteristic is NOT associated with outstanding achievement in teaching and learning?

<p>Experience in grant writing (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of recognition should applicants ideally have?

<p>Recognition at an international level (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of establishing well-defined career routes based on teaching excellence?

<p>To provide an alternative route for career progression based on learning and teaching expertise. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of institutions traditionally had issues integrating learning and teaching into career pathways?

<p>Pre-1992 universities (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What concern do academics have regarding an emphasis on teaching in the context of 'publish or perish'?

<p>They are worried it will overshadow metrics for research performance. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has led to a shift in promotion policies regarding teaching at certain institutions?

<p>Long-standing complaints about the absence of recognition for teaching excellence. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is the teaching-research nexus viewed in the context of institutional growth?

<p>As beneficial for developing future research students. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an example of achievements and accountabilities for applicants in higher education?

<p>Participation in local conferences (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is considered a starting point to build effective teaching practice?

<p>Successful completion of a postgraduate HE teaching qualification (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized as a broad trend in the progression of teaching experience?

<p>Growing from 'novice' to 'expert' (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which method is suggested for securing continuing career development after demonstrating initial teaching competence?

<p>Gaining experience across a wider repertoire of methods (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is highlighted as a possible way to build subject-based competence without formal programs?

<p>Informal mentoring by experienced colleagues (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key responsibility of someone leading curriculum innovation?

<p>Enhancing the student experience to gain a market advantage (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What would contribute to developing project management and leadership capabilities?

<p>Securing small grants for educational projects (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following roles is likely to expose someone to different teaching quality standards?

<p>Serving as an external examiner (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can someone actively contribute to the next generation of teachers?

<p>By helping deliver a postgraduate teaching program for new staff (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one benefit of engaging in accreditation and CPD activities?

<p>It provides extensive opportunities for professionally specific continuous professional development (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Teaching Excellence Career Paths

A shift in focus from research-centric promotion to recognizing and rewarding teaching excellence. This involves clear career paths for academics who prioritize teaching.

Normative Process for Teaching Excellence

The process of developing a structured framework for recognizing teaching excellence and incorporating it into career advancement. It involves outlining specific criteria, indicators, and evidence requirements for promotion.

Developing Teaching Expertise for Career Advancement

The belief that actively engaging in learning and teaching development activities can improve skills and prepare individuals for career advancement based on teaching expertise.

Lack of Recognition for Teaching Excellence

A common concern among academics at research-intensive universities that teaching contributions are not sufficiently valued or rewarded compared to research achievements.

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Teaching-Research Nexus

The positive relationship between teaching and research, where strong teaching skills can lead to better research and vice versa. This can benefit institutions by nurturing potential research students and improving the quality of teaching.

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Teaching Excellence Award

A university award recognizing outstanding teachers and scholars who excel in teaching, learning, and assessment.

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Academic Leadership and Distinction

Demonstrating excellence in teaching and learning, including contributions to knowledge and understanding or its application in the field.

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Leading Curriculum Development

Leading curriculum development teams, introducing innovative teaching practices, and evaluating teaching, learning, and assessment.

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Commitment to Future Development

A commitment to improving teaching and learning within a field, and contributing to leadership in learning development.

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International Recognition

Recognition for outstanding contributions to teaching and learning, including peer-reviewed publications and international reputation.

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Teaching Excellence Criteria

Evidence of international recognition in teaching excellence, such as published materials, participation in conferences, and external collaborations.

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Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL)

The practice of systematically examining and reflecting on one's own teaching to improve effectiveness.

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Postgraduate HE Teaching Qualification

A structured program designed to enhance teaching skills and knowledge, often involving peer feedback and mentorship.

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Career Development in Teaching

The process of moving from a novice teacher to a more experienced and accomplished one.

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Teaching Repertoire

The ability to effectively utilize different teaching, learning, and assessment methods across various levels of education.

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Curriculum Innovation

Leading and managing curriculum changes to improve student learning and give the institution a competitive edge.

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Teaching Support and Mentorship

Supporting and guiding colleagues in their teaching, as well as providing training to other institutions.

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External Examiner

Reviewing and evaluating the quality of teaching and learning at other institutions, contributing to the overall standard of education.

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National Committee Participation

Participating in national committees and professional associations, contributing to standards and development in your field.

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Formal Study for Teaching Development

Undertaking formal study to update and improve teaching skills and qualifications.

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Study Notes

Teaching Excellence and Career Progression

  • Accomplished university teachers are highly regarded by students.
  • Recognition of teaching prowess in professional advancement was previously neglected.
  • UK policies, funding, market forces, and teaching-only positions emphasize teaching expertise.
  • All UK universities value teaching competence, even for top researchers.
  • Teaching evaluation is now public, subject to review and regulation.
  • Quality assurance, appraisal, audits, and professional body membership are common.
  • QAA (Quality Assurance Agency), HEA (Higher Education Academy), and Learning and Teaching Committees are key factors.
  • The National Student Survey (NSS) encourages teaching excellence.
  • Increased competition for students (domestic and international) promotes teaching quality.

Platform for Career Progression

  • Universities are adopting approaches to acknowledge teaching excellence in career advancement.
  • Individuals need to demonstrate an experiential profile and evidence base.
  • E-Portfolios and paper-based portfolios are helpful tools.
  • Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for teaching is crucial.
  • CPD for teaching is now a requirement, not just optional.
  • CPD is necessary for academics to maintain and enhance teaching competence.
  • Career routes based on teaching excellence parallel research excellence.
  • "Teaching Excellence" criteria are becoming more defined in HEIs.

Key Elements for Promotion

  • Teaching excellence is recognised regardless of subject or approach.
  • Distinctive teaching, learning, and classroom management are crucial.
  • Strong curriculum development, innovative pedagogies, and learning enhancement are sought.
  • Learning and teaching-related professional services, leadership, and keynote addresses are highlighted.
  • Outstanding contributions, leading learning & teaching innovations, and large student enrolments in effective or unique programs are factors.
  • Learning and teaching-related grants are important.
  • Distinctiveness in teaching, leadership, and impact in teaching/learning fields.
  • Demonstrating impact through peer-reviewed publications, peer-reviewable reports, and excellence in teaching practice.

Building a Base of Experience

  • Gaining experience, confidence, and competence in various teaching methods and learning.
  • Leading course modules and being responsible for quality.
  • Curriculum innovation and management are crucial.
  • Securing funding for developmental projects.
  • Internal teaching awards are sought.
  • Providing coaching, mentoring, and support for colleagues.
  • External roles as examiners/panels are often beneficial.
  • Leadership roles, including subject area committees.
  • Continuous professional development is recommended.

Teaching Portfolio

  • Portfolios are used to evidence teaching expertise and are increasingly required.
  • These portfolios may include a teaching statement, evidence of teaching activities, and descriptions of teaching effectiveness.
  • Essential components include pedagogical approaches, teaching responsibilities, evidence of effectiveness, and teaching development.
  • Basic requirements for portfolios may exist but disciplines or institutions often have more detailed or specific criteria.

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Explore how teaching competence influences career progression in UK universities. This quiz highlights the importance of teaching evaluation and policies that foster recognition of teaching excellence. Understand the roles of various organizations and surveys in promoting quality teaching.

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