Resource Library

The Resource Library contains a collection of higher education learning and teaching materials flowing from projects funded by the Commonwealth of Australia including those from the Australian Learning and Teaching Council.

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12 resources found.

Peer Review of Online Learning and Teaching

Denise Wood, Martin Freney, Marty Friedel, Richard Lamb, Sheila Scutter, Dale Wache, Kirstin Wache
University of South Australia
2008
University of South Australia

Peer review of online learning and teaching: online resources

Edith Cowan University, Griffith University, Lancaster University (UK), Monash University, Queensland University of Technology, RMIT University, University of Southern Queensland, University of Tasmania

Promoting Student Peer Review in Australian Tertiary Education

Raoul Mulder, Jon Pearce, Chi Baik
The University of Melbourne
2014
The University of Melbourne
Final Report Download Document (1.05 MB)

Project EnROLE Blue Report: Encouraging Role Based Online Learning Environments

Sandra Wills, Elizabeth Rosser, Elizabeth Devonshire, Elyssebeth Leigh, Carol Russell, John Shepherd
University of Wollongong
2009
University of Wollongong
Macquarie University, The University of Sydney, University of Notre Dame Australia, University of Technology, Sydney
Final Report Download Document (11.84 MB)

Assessing and Improving Spatial Ability for Design-based Disciplines Utilising Online Systems

Ken Sutton, Rebecca Allen
The University of Newcastle
2011
The University of Newcastle

An online psychometric test of spatial ability (the 3D Ability test) was developed specifically for design-based disciplines. A series of online interactive 3D learning tasks designed to improve spatial skills are also provided. The learning tasks include remediation options for poor performers and purpose-designed gender neutral activities to address the gender bias in spatial performance. The test and 3D learning tasks are available on the project website.

Final Report Download Document (1.11 MB)
Identified Spatial Tests Download Document (1.47 MB)
Challenges and Lessons Download Document (553.96 KB)
Success Factors Download Document (528.5 KB)

Using Video to Improve Pre-service Teacher Understanding of Children Under Three: Renewing the Curriculum

Susanne Garvis, Narelle Lemon, Donna Pendergast
Griffith University
2014
Griffith University
Deakin University, La Trobe University, RMIT University
Final Report Download Document (1.16 MB)

Communication for Health in Emergency Contexts

Diana Slade, Jane Stein-Parbury, Hermine Scheeres, Jacquie Widin, Victoria Smith, Lisa Townsend, Robyn Woodward-Kron, Eleanor Flynn, Susy MacQueen
University of Technology, Sydney
2011
University of Technology, Sydney
The University of Melbourne
Final Report (Standard) Download Document (918.51 KB)
Final Report (Interactive) Download Document (902.99 KB)

Services Science Management and Engineering Learning and Teaching Project

Joseph Davis
The University of Sydney
2011
The University of Sydney

Themes central to the study of services were identified as: service system fundamentals, service systems management, service systems engineering, service technologies, business process modelling, knowledge management systems, customer relationship management, and modern organisations. Detailed course descriptions and some teaching materials for each of these themes were developed.

Also implemented was a Service Learning and Teaching Foundry, which provides a virtual space for students to learn important service-oriented approach/business process modelling (SOA/BPM) concepts, gain hands-on experience with service-oriented software engineering, and practise their skills using real world examples. http://soc.cse.unsw.edu.au/teachingfoundry/

The University of Melbourne, The University of New South Wales, The University of Queensland

Creating a Student-Centred Online Learning Environment for Report Writing in the Sciences and Engineering

Peter McGee, Helen Drury, Janet Jones, Peter O'Carroll, Richard Massey, Natassia Goode, Pam Mort, Sue Starfield, Melinda Cook, Kathy Kuzmanovic, Aida Yalcin
The University of Sydney
2009
The University of Sydney
The University of New South Wales
Final Report Download Document (1.68 MB)

Physclips: Multi-level, Multi-media Resources for Teaching First Year University Physics

George Hatsidimitris, Joe Wolfe
The University of New South Wales
2007
The University of New South Wales
Final Report Download Document (550.66 KB)

Despite its key position as an enabling discipline, physics content in school and university curricula is decreasing at an alarming rate. There is a real need for essential physics principles to be made widely available to an increasingly diverse group of students and academics. The Physclips package provides an excellent resource that specifically fills this critical gap. This is a very visual, engaging and easy to use introductory series into major physics principles. It takes an unashamedly rigorous approach. One of the outstanding features is the links to explain in an integrated manner, the mathematical principles supporting the physics. Other key features are the use of tutorials and animations. There is a very strong pedagogical foundation. For example, the authors have taken into account cognitive load theory, the use of narration to reinforce the animation and current web design approaches to produce this very sophisticated tool. The modules go into a good level of depth and detail and are designed such that they can be done at an individual’s own pace. This resource will be of use to anyone who wants and alternative platform to learn about the basics of physics and can be used either to support physics classes or to provide refresher or learning activities. Potential users include university and later year school students as well as teacher and academics who would like to refresh their knowledge. From a pedagogical perspective, these clips also act as excellent examples of how physics can be taught in an approachable and engaging manner. This is a user friendly interface that loads quickly and is readily navigable. It is also released through Creative Commons so there are no fees associated with its use. The videos require a Flash player. The clips currently cover Mechanics, Waves and Sound, Electricity and Magnetism. It is not clear whether further modules are planned. There are many physics videos and online resources available on the internet, but these Physclips packages are of the highest standard and will retain their relevance for many years to come.

Physclips II - Waves and Sound: An Integrated Set of Multi-level Multimedia Resources and Laboratory Experiments

Joe Wolfe, George Hatsidimitris, John Smith
The University of New South Wales
2011
The University of New South Wales
Final Report Download Document (8.91 MB)

Physclips III: Light

Joe Wolfe
The University of New South Wales
2014
The University of New South Wales
Final Report Download Document (9.2 MB)

Innovation with Quality Assurance: Online Curriculum Development for the University of New England's Multi-institutional, Collaborative Programs in German at New England, James Cook and Newcastle Universities

Kerry Dunne, Beat Lehmann, Jennifer Evans, Inge Wormleaton, Iain MacKay
University of New England
2009
University of New England
James Cook University, The University of Newcastle
Final Report Download Document (1.34 MB)