This Teaching and Learning website provides key information and ideas about teaching at the University of Tasmania. This site provides information, ideas and examples of MyLO use for teaching and learning in the context of the different elements of learning design. For an introduction to MyLO as a system, including information about its functions and how to use its tools, please visit the MyLO Staff Resources page.
If you are looking for information about workshops and events for University of Tasmania staff, please visit the Professional Learning intranet site (University staff access only).
Elements of learning design
Planning for teaching requires a range of skills and understandings. These pages focus on each of the main aspects of quality delivery of a unit of study.
Unit Design
This section provides information about the core principles and frameworks that guide teaching practice at UTAS, including approaches to Evaluating Teaching.
ILOs
This section explains more about how and why Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) are the most important part of any learning design. It also provides a guide to (re)writing them for your unit.
Assessment
This section provides information and ideas about assessment from underlying principles, to planning, to reporting on grades. Some key pages include minimising plagiarism and writing assessment criteria.
Learning activities and delivery modes
This section includes a number of examples of learning activities which can be used regardless of the mode and location of delivery.
Content and learning resources
This section addresses the selection and creation of high quality resources, including the need to ensure Accessibility.
Communication
Where, how, and when communication occurs in a unit can have a significant impact on the student experience. This section includes access to the Unit Outline Proforma, as well as information about MyLO sites.