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New pedagogical micro course available: Quickstart for University Teaching

The new Quickstart for University Teaching micro course offers a quickstart into the higher education environment and provides guidance on how to plan an effective teaching session. The course is open to everyone – available online for self-study, the course is structured into five sequential topics and takes approximately two hours to complete.
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Are you interested in learning more about university teaching and enhancing your teaching skills but don't have the time for an extensive pedagogical course? The new Quickstart for University Teaching micro course is designed to provide practical insights and guidance for effective teaching in the higher education environment, regardless of prior experience or pedagogical training.

Upon completion of this course, you will be equipped to navigate the modern teaching and learning landscape in higher education and identify key elements to consider when preparing and delivering a session or learning activity.

The course is structured into five sequential topics, each thoughtfully designed to provide engaging learning materials and valuable knowledge. Available online for self-study, the course takes approximately two hours to complete, making it the perfect, low-threshold way to begin your pedagogical training journey!

This course is open to everyone in Aalto OpenLearning – enroll the Quickstart for University Teaching micro course today and start your journey into the world of effective teaching and learning in higher education!

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Aalto University pedagogical training for faculty

Are you looking to develop your skills as a teacher? Participate in Aalto's pedagogical training!

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Teaching and Learning

You can now find the information from the Teaching and Learning page in the updated Teacher's Handbook.

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