Post-doctoral Researchers
Seminar Series for Post-doctoral Research Fellows
UCD Teaching & Learning provides a dedicated seminar series for post-doctoral and research fellows. The aim of these seminars is to introduce participants to the key concepts underpinning good practice in third-level teaching and learning, and to enable them to review and prepare to undertake some basic teaching activities.
The structure of the programme offers a number of opportunities for the individual to engage in core aspects of academic practice and to begin to build a professional teaching portfolio.
The seminars will take place in three sessions, each being three hours in duration, with some follow-up tasks/activities to be undertaken in the intervening times. At the core of these sessions is the opportunity for participants to engage, negotiate and participate, where possible in a range of teaching and learning activities. For more information consult the Seminar Series for Post Doctoral Research Fellows Handbook
Learning Outcomes
On completion of these seminars one should be able to:
- Evaluate a range of teaching, learning, and assessment methods.
- Demonstrate a critical understanding of key principles and practices of third level teaching and learning.
- Develop an initial teaching practice portfolio.
Sessions and Booking
| Session | Seminar Series Overview | Series Dates |
|---|---|---|
| One | Introduction to University Teaching and Learning: Key Principles and Practices | 2 Dec 2025 |
| Two | Teaching Beliefs, Values, and Reflective Professional Practice | 3 Dec 2025 |
| Three | Designing and Demonstrating Effective Teaching, Learning, and Assessment | 4 Dec 2025 |
Venues and times are available in the Research Careers and Professional Development Events Calendar.
Questions relating to seminar registration should be directed to researchcareers@ucd.ie.
Queries in relation to seminar content should be directed to Dr Sheena Hyland, UCD Teaching & Learning.