The CITL training and workshops are designed for the continuous improvement of teaching and learning experiences at RTC. This semester, the CITL offers two programme categories:
- Open training and workshops, suitable for new and experienced tutors, and
- Programmes exclusively designed for new tutors. This is a mandatory programme for new tutors - designed to enhance the teaching capacity of those with minimal or no prior experience in Higher Education.
Programme leaders have the option to nominate other tutors for PD programmes, while any interested tutor can voluntarily sign up for the programmes.
Most sessions will take place on working Saturdays [the last Saturday of the month]. The training duration varies, ranging from 3 - 6 contact hours per programme, accompanied by 1-2 hours of follow-up meetings. The hands-on approach ensures practical learning experiences, and each training session concludes with a feedback and reflection session as a part of the post-training follow-up.
Earn 3-6 credit points per session based on the duration. A full-day [6 hrs] workshop is worth 6 credit points, and a half-day [3 hrs] workshop is worth 3 credit points.
The following training/workshops are available in Spring 2024
| Date | Programme [Duration] | Facilitator(s) | Target participants |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 9 |
Lesson Planning [3 hours] Building on the foundational concepts covered during the orientation programme, this 3-hour session aims to deepen participants’ understanding of effective lesson planning. Participants will analyze the components that contribute to an effective lesson plan, revisit the lesson plan taught and apply insights gained to redesign their lesson plan. By the end of the session, participants will have a deepened understanding of the essential components of effective lesson planning, and a revised lesson plan ready for implementation. |
All tutors (compulsory for 2023 batch) |
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| March 19 |
Micro credits [3 hours] The main objective of this programme is to provide a comprehensive overview of current best practices, rationale and implementation, and fundamentals of microcredit approaches applied in HE. By the end, participants will understand the fundamentals of micro-credit applied in the university environment, the rationale for micro-credit decision-making, and be able to draft a simple micro-credit example. |
Prof. Andrej Kos, University of Ljubljana. |
Managers & CITL |
| March 20 |
ICT and AI for teaching [6 hours] This workshop is intended to provide a comprehensive overview of current best practices, rationale, and the use of AI in teaching and learning. By the end of the workshop, participants will have an enhanced understanding of the impact of ICT, its pros & cons, and the role of ICT & AI in teaching and learning. |
Asst. Prof. Matevz Pustisek, |
Tutors - both new and experienced |
| March 30 |
Giving and Receiving Feedback [6 hours] This workshop is designed for both new and experienced faculty members seeking to refine their feedback skills for continuous improvement. Participants will explore the art of providing constructive feedback, strategies for providing effective verbal feedback, and skills for receiving feedback effectively. |
Compulsory for 2024 batch |
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| April 16-18 |
Mixed Classroom Model in Practice [18 hours] This workshop aims to provide an introduction to the mixed classroom model and explore ways to translate it to their context. This course is designed for tutors who want to develop their didactic and pedagogical skills toward making their classrooms active, inclusive, and engaging. By the end of the course, participants will be able to identify 3- phases of the mixed classroom model, deconstruct underlying concepts, and design learning activities based on the 3-phases to capitalize on diversity in the classroom.. |
Jaro Pichel [Teacher Educator and mixed classroom trainer, VU] |
All tutors |
| April 16-18 |
Leadership in Education [18 hours] This interactive workshop on ‘Leadership in Education’ is designed for those with either formal or informal leadership roles in universities – working in middle and higher positions in an educational context. |
Karen Van Oyen [Teacher Educator and Leadership trainer, VU] This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
All tutors |
| April 16-18 |
Blended Learning & AI [18 hours] The objectives of this workshop are to become familiar with blended learning and its context, learn how to facilitate effective blended learning and enhance AI literacy. This training is designed for tutors who are eager to develop their blended learning skills and AI literacy to meet today’s students’ needs better while ensuring educational quality. During the session, you will delve into the concepts of blended learning and the significant influence of AI in education. By the end of the session, participants will gain insights into the degree of maturity of blended learning and AI in their educational context. |
Luuk Terbeek [Educational Advisor Blended Learning & Project Leader AI, VU] This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
All tutors |
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April 27 |
Peer Observation Partnership (PoP) The purpose of this workshop is to explain the nature of PoPs, their function, and the mutual benefits of educators. During the session, participants will be exposed to the theoretical underpinnings of collaborative observation and its relationship to educational philosophies; and examine the relationship between personal teaching philosophies and effective PoPs. |
Dr Deki C. Gyamtsho & Dr. Maureen Bell |
All tutors |
| May 4 |
Teaching Philosophy [3 hours] This workshop is for tutors aiming to refine their teaching philosophy and improve pedagogical practices. Participants will develop a personalized teaching philosophy, gain an understanding of diverse teaching strategies, and learn to create inclusive and engaging learning environments. Through interaction and discussions, this workshop will offer actionable insights for immediate application in teaching practice. |
Dr. Maureen Bell This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. / This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
All tutors |
| May 29 |
Action Research [4 hours] This intermediate workshop on AR intends to equip tutors with the knowledge and skills to conduct AR in their professional settings. Through hands-on activities, participants will delve into the cyclical process of planning, acting, observing, and reflecting, as well as the data collection techniques, reflection strategies, and dissemination of research findings. By the end, participants will have a clear understanding of the potential of AR and be equipped to apply it in their projects. |
Dr. Maureen Bell This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. / This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
All tutors |
| June 17 |
Curriculum Evaluation [6 hours] This workshop is for educators and curriculum developers focusing on refining curriculum design skills. Objectives include understanding the principles of curriculum evaluation, gaining practical assessment techniques, and adopting strategies for continuous improvement. Participants will explore curriculum evaluation, and learning to assess and enhance educational programmes for maximum impact. |
Dr. Maureen Bell This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. / This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
All tutors |
