Applying for an Award for Programs that Enhance Learning

The ANU Committee for Awards for Excellence in Education invites the program leader to submit a portfolio consisting of:

Cover Page (1 page)

One page listing the names, titles and positions of the team leader and team members, including phone numbers and email addresses; the ANU department/school/centre and College; a list of contents

Written Statement (12 pages maximum)

 The written statement is to be presented, in order, under the following headings:

1.  Synopsis (350–400 words, in third person)

2.  Selection Criteria

1. Distinctiveness, coherence and clarity of purpose
2. Influence on student learning
3. Breadth of impact
4. Concern for equity and diversity

The synopsis must cover a description of the program and its teaching areas, the program's contribution to student learning and engagement, and the program's impact on students. It must be written in the third person and is a requirement of the nomination. The word limit is strictly 350-400 words.

The core element of the portfolio is a written statement describing the program, specifically addressing each of the four selection criteria in turn. Evidence in support of the claims against these criteria must be provided. The views of students, collaborators and/or colleagues, as appropriate, will be a key element in the assessment of nominations.

Curriculum Vitae (3 pages for individuals; teams may allow 1 additional page per team member)

The curriculum vitae should outline the nominee‟s educational qualifications, employment history, teaching positions held and teaching experience.

The curriculum vitae are limited to three A4 pages for nominations from individuals. Teams may allow for one additional page per team member i.e., a team of three may have five pages (three + two). Pages in excess of this limit will be removed.

References (2 references of one A4 page each)

Two references, of no more than one A4 page each, must be provided by people who are able to comment on the nominee‟s teaching against the selection criteria. One of the referees must be the head of the nominee‟s faculty, department or school. If the nomination is from a team, the references should apply to the team. The references must be signed by the referee. Electronic signatures on references supplied by the referee to the nominee or institution by email are acceptable. References in excess of one page will be recopied with only the first page provided to the assessors.

Nominations Format

The written statement is limited to 12 A4 pages (minimum 11 point font) in total and should include all bibliographic information that might be referred to in the submission. All pages in excess of 12 (for the statement) will be removed. Paper must be A4 and should be plain white, unlaminated with matte finish.

Margins must be at least 2cm with clear definition between paragraph. Submissions that do not meet these requirements will not be accepted.

Please provide a digital photograph (small, high resolution, head and shoulders).

Nominees to submit the following portfolio by March 15:

• 8 hard copies of the portfolio
• 1 digital portfolio
• 1 digital photograph

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