A series of awards will be granted to academic staff that have taught in the current academic year, 2023-24. The awards will be granted based on the criteria below that reflect the University goals with particular emphasis on student-centered learning and innovation in higher education teaching. 

Submissions should demonstrate how your activities contribute to a substantial number of the dimensions below:

(a) you are available to students; interact effectively with students beyond the classroom (i.e. office hours, advising etc);
(b) you are helpful to, supportive of and take a personal interest in students; address individual student needs;
(c)  you use creative or innovative instructional techniques that promote the active participation of students;
(d) you utilize an interdisciplinary teaching approach and implement instructional activities that build connections between different fields of study / disciplines;
(e) you demonstrate your enthusiasm for your subject and deliver content in a way that motivates students; 
(f) you inspire confidence and support students sense of purpose in relation to their studies and career aspirations;
(g) you organize and present content in ways that interest and stimulate students;
(h) you inspire curiosity, creativity and a love of learning through your teaching;
(i) you engage and inspire students in independent, critical and original thinking;
(k) you create an inclusive and supportive classroom environment for all students regardless of differences and special educational needs;
(l) you help students connect and integrate with University and campus community;