CONT695: Teaching in Higher Education
Design, align, engage: creating effective higher education learning experiences
This course uses adult learning theory and principles of universal design to develop practical resources for teaching in a higher education setting. You will explore your philosophy of education and will learn effective practices to aid in the planning and delivery of information and training in the workplace.
Who Should Take This Course?
The course is ideal for
- educators or trainers who work in higher education settings and want to develop practical resources and effective methods for planning and delivering instruction to learners
- professionals who aspire to work in higher education and want to develop their skills in instructional design and philosophy of education specific to this context
- graduate students or researchers who want to better understand the unique considerations and challenges of teaching and learning in higher education settings
- anyone interested in improving their ability to design and deliver effective instruction, regardless of their specific field, as long as they have a basic understanding of educational concepts and theories
Delivery Method
This course is delivered asynchronously online allowing participants to engage with flexibility at their own convenience. This method provides a balance between self-paced learning and structured coursework while promoting a supportive community where participants can share experiences and ideas.
Professional Development
This course will count towards completion of the Post-Graduate Certificate in Workplace Training and Development.
Students who complete the Post-Graduate Certificate will be eligible to receive advanced standing in the laddering option offered by the Faculty of Education.
Queen’s University Faculty of Education has designed this the laddering option as a customizable graduate experience, with the inclusion of three different credentials within one course. Laddering will allow you to progress through successive credentials while carrying forward course credits. Students can receive three different credentials: a Post-Graduate Certificate, a Graduate Diploma in Education, and a Professional Master of Education. If you follow the laddering system, you can earn all three credentials with fewer classes overall.
Contact us at edonline@queensu.ca or visit educ.queensu.ca/ladder for more information.
Course Fees
CAD$650.00
Course fees include
- full access to comprehensive course content
- timely feedback from a subject matter expert on assignments
- Shareable Badge of Completion (Queen's University)
- credit toward the Post-Graduate Certificate in Workplace Training and Development
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Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to
- apply and extend the learning from core courses to a higher education environment
- identify unique considerations for higher education and apply them to professional goal setting
- create learning outcomes and essential learning goals for a course or program
- evaluate appropriate and varied performance tasks for learners to demonstrate their understanding and application of learning outcomes
- develop an effective assessment and evaluation plan for the performance tasks
- create learning experiences and plans for instruction appropriate for higher education learners
Course Outline
| Modules |
Minimum hours |
|
Module 1: Introduction to Higher Education |
10 |
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Module 2: Identifying and Communicating Learning Outcomes. |
10 |
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Module 3: Determining Evidence of Learning |
10 |
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Module 4: Assessment and Evaluation |
10 |
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Module 5: Planning Learning Experiences and Instruction |
10 |
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Module 6: Putting It All Together |
10 |
|
Total hours |
60 |
Course Schedule
| Session | Course Dates | Registration Deadline | Payment Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter 2025 | Jan 20, 2025 – Apr 04, 2025 | Jan 14, 2025 at 4pm ET | Jan 14, 2025 at 4pm ET |
Winter 2025
- Dates: Jan 20, 2025 – Apr 04, 2025
- Deadline: Jan 14, 2025 at 4pm ET
- Payment Due: Jan 14, 2025 at 4pm ET
Application Requirements
While a post-secondary degree/diploma is not required, it is recommended for this program.
Required Technology
A smartphone or a computer with a web camera and microphone.
Course Materials
This course has no required resources.
Accommodations
Applicants who require special accommodations are asked to:
- Contact us at least 1 week prior to the start of the course to allow enough time for appropriate accommodations to be made.
- Provide necessary documentation upon request.