This module is not currently running in 2024 to 2025.
This module is project-based, and requires participants to design, implement and evaluate an innovation in their teaching.
It supports academic staff engaging in the process of educational change. Participants will be planning, implementing and evaluating their project in the course of the academic year in which they take this module. This may be a process of change in their own immediate teaching context; changes in student profile or employers' expectations; a process of major curriculum development. The innovation may be in any area of learning and teaching, such as the use of learning technology, dealing with gender issues, student learning support, resource-based learning, problem-based learning, teaching of critical thinking skills, or incorporation of key skills in the curriculum. Central to the module is the notion of deliberated change, supported by scholarship and critical evaluation. It provides a framework within which participants can engage in research-informed teaching innovation in their disciplinary field. However participants will also have the opportunity to learn from other subject areas and consider alternative approaches.
10 hours
Autumn & Summer
Assessment methods and how these relate to testing achievement of the intended module learning outcomes
A 500- word project plan, to include
Project title and a brief abstract
The educational rationale for the innovation (11.1)
A plan (and timeline) for its implementation and evaluation (12.2)
This should be accompanied by a completed ethics form.
A final 2,500- word project report, to include
A literature and resources review and a bibliography (11.1, 11.2)
Details of the implementation and evaluation processes of the innovation (11.1,11.2,11.3)
Participant's reflection on the impact of the innovation and possible changes in the light of the experience. (12.1,12.2)
Participants wishing to use this module to demonstrate achievement of elements of the UKPSF should include a Fellowship declaration on the template provided in the module guide.
Biggs J & Tang C (2011) Teaching for Quality Learning at University: what the student does. SRHE/Open University Press
Hannan A and Silver H (2002) Guide to Innovation in Teaching and Learning.
Learning and Teaching Support Network
Hunt L & Chalmers D (2013) University Teaching in Focus: A Learning-Centred Approach. Routledge
Kreber C ed (2009) The University and its Disciplines: teaching and learning within and beyond disciplinary boundaries Routledge
Laurillard D ( 2013) Rethinking University Teaching. Routledge
Since participants are working in a field of their choice, appropriate readings are provided on an individual basis. Examples include:
Kolb A & Kolb D (2005) Experiential Learning in Higher Education Academy of Learning in Management Education, US
Sambell, K. et al (2013). Assessment for Learning in Higher Education . Routledge
Sweet M & Michaelsen LK (2012) Team-based Learning in the Social Sciences and Humanities: Group Work that works to generate critical thinking and student engagement. Stylus Publishing, US
See the library reading list for this module (Canterbury)
Critically evaluate the principles and theory of an individual's innovation in learning and teaching (PGCHE Knowledge and Understanding 1; UKPSF K1 and K2)
Synthesise this knowledge and understanding in the (re-) design of learning environments, learning materials and teaching processes, as appropriate for the innovation undertaken (PGCHE Subject-specific skills C1 and C3; UKPSF A1,A4)
Present a critical analysis of the innovation in HE practice (PGCHE Knowledge and Understanding A4; UKPSF K6)
Improving own learning: the skills of a reflective practitioner who is able to evaluate their own practice, using appropriate feedback mechanisms and to plan for continuing professional development (PGCHE Transferable Skills D1;UKPSF A5)
Problem Solving: expertise in operating successfully within the constraints and opportunities of the institutional setting and managing change (PGCHE Transferable skills D1,D3; UKPSF A5,V1)
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