UWS Learning and Teaching Awards 2014

Citations for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning

Citation Nomination Form

SECTION 1 / NOMINEE DETAILS
INDIVIDUAL
Staff Id Number / Contact Number
Name (incl title)
Position/ Title / Length of Service
School/ Unit
Email Address
TEAM
Team Name
Team Leader
Position / Title / School / Unit
Team Members
1. / School / Unit
2. / School / Unit
3. / School / Unit
4. / School / Unit
5. / School / Unit
6. / School / Unit
7. / School / Unit
8. / School / Unit
(if insufficient space, please attach a list)
SECTION 2 / SIGNATURE OF NOMINEE/TEAM LEADER
I/We hereby give permission for the University of Western Sydney, to use my/our photograph/s in official University business, including: websites, newsletters, newspapers and promotional material. It is agreed that the use of the photograph/s shall in no way be used in any other forum other than for official University business.
Nominee Name: / Signature
OPC Administration Only
Date Received / / /2014 / Application No.
SECTION 3 / STATEMENT OF SUPPORT – Dean of School /Executive Director /Director /PVC or DVC
1. / Please state reasons for supporting this nomination
Name:
Position: / Dean of School/ Executive Director/ Director/ PVC or DVC / (please circle or bold)
Signature:
SECTION 4 / SELECTION CRITERIA
Instructions for preparing your nomination:
  1. Citation:Please include a 25 word citation describing your distinct contribution to student learning, beginning with “For…”
For
  1. Synopsis: The synopsis should be written in the third person and describe the distinctive contribution to student learning and engagement and the resulting impact on students, in a maximum of 75 words.

  1. Written statement: The written statement should have the followingthree components, which must be presented in this order in no more than four pages:
  1. A summary/overview of the nominee’s particular contribution and its specific context
  1. A statement addressing ONE of the following selection criteria:
Approaches to the support of learning and teaching that influence, motivate and inspire students to learn. This may include fostering student development by stimulating curiosity and independence in learning; contributing to the development of students’ critical thinking skills, analytical skills and scholarly values; encouraging student engagement through the enthusiasm shown for learning and teaching; inspiring and motivating students through high-level communication, presentation and interpersonal skills; and enabling others to enhance their approaches to learning and teaching.
OR
Development of curricula, resources and services that reflect a command of the field.
This may include developing and presenting coherent and imaginative resources for student learning; implementing research-led approaches to learning and teaching; demonstrating up-to-date knowledge of the field of study in the design of the curriculum and the creation of resources for learning; communicating clear objectives and expectations for student learning; providing support to those involved in the development of curricula and resources; and contributing professional expertise to enhance curriculum or resources.
OR
Approaches to assessment, feedback and learning support that foster independent learning.
This may include integrating assessment strategies with the specific aims and objectives for student learning; providing timely, worthwhile feedback to students on their learning; using a variety of assessment and feedback strategies; implementing both formative and summative assessment; adapting assessment methods to different contexts and diverse student needs and learning styles; and contributing professional expertise to enhance assessment and/or feedback.
OR
Respect and support for the development of students as individuals.
This may include participating in the effective and empathetic guidance and advising of students; assisting students from equity and other demographic subgroups to participate and achieve success in their courses; and influencing the overall academic, social and cultural experience of higher education.
OR
Scholarly activities and service innovations that have influenced and enhanced learning and teaching.
This may include showing advanced skills in evaluation and reflective practice; participating in and contributing to professional activities related to learning and teaching; coordination, management and leadership of courses and student learning; conducting and publishing research related to teaching; and demonstrating leadership through activities that have broad influence on the profession.
  1. Conclusion: A statement that addresses how the contribution has:
  • influenced student learning, student engagement or the overall student experience;
  • been sustained over a period of one to three years; and
  • gained recognition from fellow staff, the institution, and/or the broader community.
(Please note: Supporting documentation is not required for Citation applications; evidence must be summarised and contained within the written statement )
SECTION 5 / REFEREE REPORTS
1. / Referee report to support nomination
2. / Referee report to support this nomination

Please submit your application along with 7 copies to:

Manager, HR Support Services

Office of People and Culture

Building AE

Werrington North Campus

By close of business Thursday 4 September 2014

NOTE: This application will be acknowledged via email by 11 September 2014. If you do not receive acknowledgement, please phone x7890 or email .

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