Teaching and learning

A! Peda Intro (5 ECTS)

Are you a teacher at Aalto University wishing to learn principles and methods of university pedagogy? This course's goal is to provide new ideas and tools to help develop your teaching. This course is the first step in Aalto University's pedagogical training, welcome!
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About this course

In this course, you will explore the meaning of learning and the role of the teacher in the student’s learning process. We will discuss key themes in organizing effective learning and teaching, including student-centred approaches and constructive alignment. This course also offers an excellent chance to connect with fellow teachers at Aalto University!

The course consists of mandatory on-site teaching sessions as well as independent assignments and group work between them. Teaching and learning methods on this course include e.g., introductions to new topics, group work, discussion, experimentation through practice, demonstrations and peer feedback.

The course is a prerequisite for most Aalto University pedagogical courses.
 

Intented learning outcomes

After this course, you will be able to:

  1. Identify main concepts of university pedagogy and factors affecting learning and teaching. 
  2. Recognize your conceptions of learning and teaching and utilize reflection in identifying your teacher identity. 
  3. Plan and implement an aligned teaching session.
  4. Participate in pedagogical dialogue and work in a multidisciplinary group.  
     

Prerequisites

No prerequisites. The course is meant for Aalto University staff only. 

If you have taken an equivalent 5 ECTS introductory course to pedagogy elsewhere (e.g. "O3" course offered at TKK) or you are a qualified teacher and you still would like to join the course, contact the course teachers. For more information, please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions.
 

Registration

Please see the details for the next implementation and register through the links below!

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