Embracing a student-centred approach in education - UQ Global Connect Scheme Workshop
In the ever-evolving landscape of education, the student-centred approach has emerged as a transformative paradigm, shifting the focus from teachers to learners.
This method aims to create an engaging learning environment where students take ownership of their education, fostering critical thinking, independent problem-solving, and self-regulation skills.
The workshop will highlight the principles of student-centred education and discuss the challenges and opportunities of this approach. It will showcase how a first-year professional engineering course exemplifies the successful implementation of a student-centred approach.
This course also helps first-year engineering students transition from high school to a more self-disciplined university environment, clarifying industry expectations and essential skill sets. The course has successfully fostered a secure and supportive learning environment, encouraging students to engage deeply with their education and develop the skills necessary for their future careers..
Event details
Date: Monday 19 August 2024
Time: 3-4:30pm AEST
Venue: Online (Zoom) - The workshop Zoom link will be provided to registrants prior to the workshop date.
Presenters
A/Professor Saiied Aminossadati completed his BEng in 1989, MEng in 1994, and PhD in 1999 in the field of Mechanical Engineering. He is a highly accomplished academic with extensive experience in Mechanical and Mining Engineering research and academia. Since 2006, he has successfully coordinated undergraduate engineering courses, including a professional engineering course with a first-year engineering cohort of 1,000 students from various backgrounds. He has garnered 14 university and national teaching awards since 2009, recognising his sustained outstanding impact on student learning. A/Professor Aminossadati has also made significant contributions to advancing collaborative research in Mechanical and Mining Engineering. He has gained national and international recognition for his research on flows in porous underground media, thermofluids, flow simulations in pipes, pumps, turbines, and compressors, fibre-optic sensing systems, and underground mine ventilation systems.
Note: This workshop is for academic staff of The University of Queensland Global Connect Scheme partners only.
Registration is essential. Register by Thursday 15 August 2024.