In partnership with Centre for Higher Education Research Practice (CHERP) at Ulster we offer two courses:
Introduction to Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (for Postgraduate Teaching Assistants)
This introductory session delivered by the Centre for Higher Education Research Practice (CHERP) provides key information regarding the role of the Postgraduate Teaching Assistant (PGTA) and the Code of Practice for PGTAs and introductory guidance on delivering effective sessions and assessing students.
Dates, times and venues – as well as booking options are available via PhD Manager.
First Steps to Supporting Learning and Teaching in Higher Education Award (FST)
FST is an Advance HE accredited course that is taught and assessed by the Centre for Higher Education Research & Practice (CHERP). FST provides an opportunity for post-graduate teaching assistants (PGTA), part-time tutors and other staff with restricted L&T roles, to develop their understanding of and practice in effective learning, teaching, and assessment.
It is offered as a stand-alone course and will be of particular benefit to those carrying out tutoring and demonstrating.