Induction to teaching

This site is designed to assist all new staff at UWA involved in teaching. There are links to relevant areas of the UWA web site providing information and resources. This page is a part of the Staff Induction website and complements the Teaching and Learning Orientation program that is offered twice a year just prior to the beginning of each semester.

The information and links provided here provide quick reference points that might be of assistance to you particularly in your first few weeks at UWA. Further information for academic staff can be found whithin the Academic Information section of this site.

If you are looking for quick reference to a broad range of teaching and learning resources, see the Resources Page on the CATL site. .

Academic portfolios

The Evaluation of Teaching Unit (ETU) assists academic staff in preparing academic portfolios for promotion and tenure and development purposes.

Awards, Grants and Schemes

The University rewards excellence in teaching with annual awards as well as promoting excellence and innovation in teaching and learning through various grants and schemes including the Teaching Internship Scheme for postgraduate students.

CATLyst Network

Faculty CATLysts have broad responsibility for promoting teaching and learning within each Faculty.

Committees

A number of University committees contribute to teaching and learning policy. Academic Board provides the University Senate with advice and recommendation on academic related matters including budgetary and resource allocation. The Teaching and Learning Committee a significant central role in the overall planning and management of the University's teaching and learning activities. There are also Faculty Teaching and Learning committees.

eLearning

WebCT is UWA's centrally supported Online Learning environment.

Through the iLecture system, audio and visuals from traditional face-to-face lectures are automatically recorded and processed into a variety of streaming media formats and made available for student access 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Employment

Human Resources provides assistance to employees in all employment matters including promotion and tenure policies and procedures and academic portfolios.

Equity and Diversity

The Equity and Diversity Office promotes and supports UWA's vision to provide an equitable and inclusive environment for all staff, students and the broader community with which we engage.

Evaluation of Teaching (SPOT) and Evaluation of Units (SURF)

The Evaluation of Teaching Unit (ETU) assists academic staff in seeking and using feedback on teaching from students and peers.

Handbooks

University Handbooks contain full details of the University's course and student information and have been compiled for the guidance of students as well as staff members who are required to advise enrolling and re-enrolling students.

Information Technology

Follow the links for information on UWA IT strategy and policy framework, elearning, email, website development and IT training.

International Centre

The International Centre supports UWA staff and postgraduate students in collaborative international research projects and staff and student exchanges and supports international students studying at UWA both in Australia and in off-shore programs.

Library

This starting point introduces you to the University of Western Australia Library.

Staff are served by a number of Subject Libraries, the Scholars' Centre and Collections, some housed in the Reid Library Building while others are housed within Faculties.

Mentoring

Formal and informal mentoring opportunities are available.

Mission Statement

The UWA mission statement is a part of the Strategic Plan.

Policies

There are many University policies that guide teaching and learning at UWA including Academic Conduct , Assessment , Outcomes Based Education and Education Principles.

Professional Development

Professional development opportunities are provided by the Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning and Organisational and Staff Development Services.

Promotion and Tenure, Performance Management

Follow these links for policies and procedures on employment, promotion and tenure, performance management of staff and academic portfolios.

Research and Research Training

Academic leadership in research and research training at UWA is provided by the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research & Innovation) and by the Dean of the Graduate Research School.

Resource Collection

Books, videos and other materials on a range of topics to assist in your professional development, including teaching and learning, leadership and career development, can be borrowed from the CSD Resource Collection.

Student Guild

UWA Student Guild provides a range of services and represents the student community on many of University wide, Faculty and School committees including the UWA Senate. The Guild has a number of Departments that represent student views on academic matters and contribute to student life at UWA through social and sporting clubs and catering and other business outlets. The Charter of Student Rights upholds the fundamental rights of students who undertake their education at UWA.

Student Services

Student Services assist students with their learning through a number of services and programs including Learning Language & Research Skills, the Uni Mentor Scheme, Transition Support Program, counselling and careers and employment. Access a range of information, support services and programs that complement the university experience and which promote links with the broader community.

Teaching and Learning at UWA

The Pro Vice-Chancellor (Academic) has overall portfolio responsibility for teaching and learning. The Dean of Undergraduate Studies has an advisory role to the PVC(A). This site is a good starting point for information on teaching at UWA.

Teaching and Learning Resources

This site provides links to many online teaching and learning resources including teaching tips.

Teaching and Learning Support

The Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning (CATL) is the focal point for bringing together and expanding the broad range of teaching innovations and staff development activities currently directed towards providing the highest quality learning opportunities for students. CATL offers seminars, workshops and support to individuals, Schools and Faculties.

Text Books, Printing and copying, multimedia, photographic services

UWA Researchers' Association

Follow this link for resources for research staff compiled by the UWA Researchers’ Association. The Association works to improve the visibility of research staff within the University community, and to enhance their work environment and conditions of employment.