Whether you're new to being an academic or have joined us from another university there will be lots to learn - including where to find relevant information, and who to talk. To get you started, below is a list of resources and meet-ups for new academic staff.
Pictured: LX.lab (Learner eXperience Lab), located in Building 6, your one-stop-shop for learning and teaching support.
Learning and Teaching Communication
Make sure you sign-up to the LX Blog. The e-digest features news, inspiration and upcoming events for the learning and teaching community at UTS.
Face-to-face
- New staff welcome
Four times a year, the UTS People Unit run orientation for all new UTS staff members. Learn about UTS and meet some of our senior staff members. You'll also get the chance to chat with representatives from the many services available to you as a staff member. Contact: Client Services and Support clientservices@uts.edu.au or phone 9514-1060. - Workshops and drop-in sessions
Located in Building 6, the LX.lab is your one-stop-shop for learning and teaching support. Attend daily events and up-skilling sessions, or set-up a one-on-one drop-in session with one of our learning technologists. The lab is a space for all academics at UTS, so make sure you stop by. Building 6, Level 4
Online
- Academic resources and systems
A list of resources and systems to help you in your day-to-day teaching – be it administrative, teaching, technological or student support — plus their key contacts should you need help. Extensive resources and information to get you started at UTS.
- Futures blog
An online community for learning and teaching blogs, news and events. You can also access live chat support for learning and teaching