HEDN414-26A (D) Approved Start 2026 (Distance)

Course Design and Development

15 points

Details:
Start/End Date: The start and end dates are specific to each student. For further information please contact one of the following (as appropriate):
  • For Masters theses please contact the relevant Faculty Office.
  • For Doctoral degrees (PhD) please contact the Graduate School.
  • For other types of approved start courses (i.e. generally courses worth 60 points or less) please contact the Course Coordinator.
Withdrawal Dates
The withdrawal dates for this course (both with and without fee refund) will be confirmed once a) the course start date and b) course length is confirmed. Students are advised to consult the department for further information.

Description

This course examines contemporary research on learning designs and assessment in tertiary teaching, and explores current research and practices on the design and facilitation of face-to-face, blended, and online environments which enhance student success. Modelling co-design and design thinking approaches, the course aims to help you rethink how you can move to more flexible and inclusive course design and assessment.

Learning Outcomes

  • Evaluate key teaching and learning literature in tertiary education generally and within the specific topics of learning design and assessment.
  • Reflect upon and critique evidence gathered about learning design and assessment practices.
  • Construct Teaching and Learning Activities which builds on your understanding and application of current teaching and learning theory and practice.

Prerequisites

Subject to approval of the Head of School.

Restrictions

HEDN614

Equivalent Courses

HEDN614

Course Coordinator

Kathryn MacCallum

Lecturer

Erik Brogt

Indicative Fees

Domestic fee $1,150.00

* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.

For further information see School of Social and Cultural Studies .

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