UTQ Modules
The regular UTQ trajectory consists of two separate modules:
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Teaching & Supervising
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Designing & Assessing
The modules follow the semester setup of the academic year calendar of the UG, starting in February and September. Each module will consist of 4 on-site meetings of 3 hours each.
What is the preferred order?
You can determine the order of the modules to follow; the only requirement for the Teaching & Supervising (T&S) module is that it aligns with actual teaching tasks during the same semester. If possible, it is recommended to start with the T&S module and join the Designing & Assessing module in the following semester. Will you be (re)designing a course? Then it might be nice to combine this with the Designing & Assessing module.
Module Teaching & Supervising
Teaching for Student Learning: Teaching and Supervising essentials
This module focuses on the primary question of ‘How can I most effectively help my students learn?” Students are more likely to be successful in a classroom that has organised instruction, safe atmosphere, and activating learning methods. That being said, all of this takes time to develop and occurs over time for all teachers. Key topics supporting the development of effective classrooms include:
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Defining "good" teaching
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Fostering students' sense of belonging and motivation
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Implementing active learning methods
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Creating a lesson plan
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Providing effective supervision (for small groups or individual students)
Semester 2
Group E (English)
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Wednesday mornings, 9:30-13:00
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Dates
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February 11th, March 4th, April 8th, May 27th
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Trainer
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Group F (Dutch)
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Day and time
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Thursday mornings, 9:30-13:00
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Dates
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February 12th, March 5th, April 9th, May 28th
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Trainer
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Group G (English)
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Day and time
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Tuesday afternoons, 13:00-16:30
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Dates
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February 17th, March 10th, April 14th, June 2nd
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Trainer
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Group H (Dutch)
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Days and time
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Friday mornings, 9:30-13:00
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Dates
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February 20th, March 13th, April 10th, May 29th
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Trainer
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Semester 1 2026-2027
Group A (English)
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Day and time
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Thursday afternoons, 13:00-16:30
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Dates
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September 17th, October 8th, November 5th, December 3rd
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Group B (Dutch)
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Day and time
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Tuesday mornings, 09:30-13:00
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Dates
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September 22th, October 20th, November 10th, December 8th
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How you will learn in this module
Teacher development is a continuous journey that requires reflection, feedback, and collaboration. This module supports your growth through:
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Classroom observations: You will be observed twice and observe two colleagues using structured research-based observation forms.
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Micro-teaching: A mini-lesson presented to peers for constructive feedback.
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On-site activities: Interactive discussions and exercises during sessions.
Note: Enrollment in this module is only for those actively teaching, as observations are essential to the module.
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Set-up
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Four on-site sessions and activities via Brightspace before, during or after the session.
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Entry requirements
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Observable teaching activities between the first and last session of this module
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Study load
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40 hours |
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Number of participants
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12-16 participants per group
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Main language
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Depending on the group you are registering for: English or Dutch.
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Location
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All meetings will take place at the Zernike Campus. It is not possible to join online.
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Module Designing & Assessing
Designing & Assessing
This module focuses on the topics of effective course design and assesment in Higher Education. Whether you are involved in the design of a new course, or are thinking about adjusting a course unit, you’ll be provided with a toolbox that contains all the ingredients to adjust or revise a course design. Furthermore, you will explore the ins and outs of different types of assessment to enhance student learning. In all workshops, you will actively work on your own course design or assessment.
If you do not have responsibilities as a (co-)course coordinator, try to discuss with the course coordinator whether there are possibilities to work on a revised course design or to work on an improvement plan for the current course.
Key topics that will be discussed:
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Learning outcomes and the principle of ‘constructive alignment’
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Fitting your course (unit) in the curriculum and/or programme
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A diverse student population
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Assessment for, as and of learning
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Implementing different forms of assessment fitting your course design
Semester 2
Group E (English)
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Trainer
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Day and time
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Wednesday mornings. 9:30-13:00
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Dates
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March 4th, March 25th, April 15th, May 13th
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Group F (English)
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Trainer
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Day and time
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Thursday afternoons, 13:00-16:30
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Dates
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March 12th, March 26th, April 16th, May 21th
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Group G (Dutch)
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Trainer
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Day and time
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Tuesday mornings, 9:30-13:00
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Dates
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March 10th, March 31th, April 21th, May 19th
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Semester 1
Group B (Dutch)
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Day and time
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Friday mornings, 9:30-13:00
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Dates
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October 2th, October 23th, November 13th, December 11th
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Group C (English)
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Day and time
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Tuesday mornings, 9:30-13:00
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Dates
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October 6th, October 27th, November 17th, December 8th
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Set-up
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Four on-site sessions and activities via Brightspace before, during or after the session.
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Entry requirements
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Involved in the design and/or assessment of a course or learning unit. Preferably a role as (co-) course coordinator
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Study load
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40 hours |
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Number of participants
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12-16 participants per group
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Main language
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Depending on the group you are registering for: English or Dutch.
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Location
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All meetings will take place at the Zernike Campus. It is not possible to join online.
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