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Teaching excellence recognised

21 October 2009

Prato
 

Monash teachers and programs have once again been recognised by the Australian Learning and Teaching Council (ALTC) for their contribution to improving the student learning experience.

The awards celebrate the exceptional effort made by university teachers and general staff to improve the student experience of Australian higher education.

The Faculty of Law's Prato study program was recognised for its collaboration with international organisations and universities.

The program, established in 2001, brings together students from universities around the world to the Monash Prato Centre, offering them the chance to develop skills and perspectives they will need as lawyers operating in a modern legal environment.

Professor Stephen Barkoczy said it was a great achievement for the faculty and everyone involved in the program.

"The award demonstrates the quality of our programs and the broad opportunities we give our students," Professor Barkoczy said.

"It also demonstrates great teamwork in putting together a quality nomination that was supported by many testimonials from teachers and students."

Teachers Dr Susan Edwards from the Faculty of Education at Peninsula campus and Dr Julia Harrison from the Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences were recognised under the Teaching Excellence category.

Dr Edwards said the award was recognition of the contemporary approach to education at Monash.

"The opportunity to work in an environment that encourages collaboration and innovation is very exciting and I am pleased this award is able to highlight how much work is being done in early childhood and primary teacher education," she said.

Dr Harrison, who also recently received a citation from the ALTC, said the helped emphasise the importance of high-quality education for medical graduates.

"I am grateful for the many opportunities Monash has given me, both through my undergraduate years and subsequently in my professional development as a member of staff," she said.

Monash South Africa's Foundation Program was recognised in the First-Year Experience category.

The program is designed as a pathway to a Monash undergraduate degree, enabling students whose scores may not meet requirements for direct entry to bridge the gap between their highest education qualification and academic requirements.

The awards will be officially presented at a ceremony on 24 November when a further 12 awards including the Prime Minister's Award for Australian University Teacher of the Year will be announced.

Last year the Prime Minister's award was shared by Professor Barkoczy and new Monash Pro Vice-Chancellor (Learning and Teaching) Professor Marnie Hughes-Warrington.