Professional Development in University Teaching and Learning

In the context of new approaches to learning and teaching at universities (student-centered learning, inclusive and democratic classrooms, teaching with new technologies, etc.) there is a growing need for professional development for teaching faculty. New initiatives that emphasize teaching excellence have encouraged universities worldwide to look at possible ways to further develop the teaching skills of their faculty members. Universities - particularly those in Central and Eastern Europe and the Global South – often lack sufficient experts who can engage as higher education advisors or trainers in the areas of teaching and learning.



Therefore, there is a growing need on one hand, to train faculty members on revising their own courses and teaching approaches, and, on the other hand, to help them become agents of change who can provide advice, training, coaching, and support to their peers.



This course intends to help universities of the Open Society University Network and beyond conceptualize and design their own, in-house professional development and other initiatives that improve teaching and learning (across the disciplines) and bring the quality of their education to high international standards. It is designed for representatives of universities where educational development is an emerging area of practice and therefore there is a need for peers who could design, implement, and evaluate professional development initiatives in teaching and learning.

Course leader

Michael Kozakowski; Matyas Szabo, Yehuda Elkana Center for Teaching, Learning and Higher Education Research, Central European University, Budapest, Hungary

Erica Kaufman, Institute for Writing and Thinking Bard College, Annandale, NY

Target group

This course is intended for university teachers, leaders, and managers. We also invite applications from advanced graduate students who have adequate prior study or engagement experience on the subject and make a compelling case in their application/statement of interest.
Applications from those currently affiliated with institutions of the Open Society University Network are highly encouraged.

Course aim

This course intends to help universities of the Open Society University Network and beyond conceptualize and design their own, in-house professional development and other initiatives that improve teaching and learning (across the disciplines) and bring the quality of their education to high international standards. It is designed for representatives of universities where educational development is an emerging area of practice and therefore there is a need for peers who could design, implement, and evaluate professional development initiatives in teaching and learning.

Credits info

1 EC
Upon successful completion of the course, a certificate of attendance is also awarded.

Fee info

EUR 300: payable until May 28

Scholarships

The Open Society University Network is offering scholarships on a competitive basis for currently enrolled students and employees of OSUN member institutions. If admitted, fee waivers are available for students of CIVICA institutions.