Introduction
To support the sector during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, TEQSA published a suite of information sheets and webinars on issues of key pertinence to providers during the mass transition to online delivery.
The materials were prepared by specialist experts within the sector, drawing from their experience on the topics presented. The documents were published to assist the sector on key topics of focus to providers during the shift to online learning. They were not intended as binding or prescriptive documents, nor should they be seen to directly reflect TEQSA’s regulatory approach during the pandemic.
The information sheets are based on the opinions of the experts relating to online learning and the content has not been prepared by TEQSA. The information sheets below should not be treated as guidance notes, advice or endorsement from TEQSA. You should read, and carefully consider, the disclaimer before accessing any of the material.
TEQSA appreciates that providers had to act swiftly to adopt to the delivery of online learning during the pandemic, and that there are elements within the information sheets which require preparation and time to implement. Providers are best placed to determine the delivery solutions that are most appropriate to their individual context.
TEQSA acknowledges the contributions of all those who provided documents and other resources towards the construction of this site, and continues to welcome contributions of best practice to share on this site.
Suggestions in terms of topics of interest may also be sent via onlinelearning@teqsa.gov.au and we will do our best to continue to provide resources that are relevant to sector needs.
Information sheets
- Assessment considerations in moving from closed-book to open-book exams (PDF, 146 KB)
Author: Dr Chris Deneen, The University of Melbourne - Designing an assessment rubric (PDF, 428 KB) and rubric template (MS Word, 57 KB)
Author: Emeritus Professor Janice Orrell, Flinders University - Expert advice on designing authentic assessments for online delivery (PDF, 367 KB)
Author: Emeritus Professor Janice Orrell, Flinders University - Expert advice for student authentication of online assessment (PDF, 293 KB)
Author: Emeritus Professor Janice Orrell, Flinders University - Seven ways to improve students’ online learning experiences in your subject (PDF, 141 KB)
Author: Professor Gregor Kennedy, The University of Melbourne - Statement for students studying online (PDF, 264 KB)
Developed with support from Queensland University of Technology - Strategies for using online invigilated exams (PDF, 272 KB)
Author: Associate Professor Phillip Dawson, Deakin University - Supporting students in an online environment (PDF, 226 KB)
Author: Dr Amanda Müller, Flinders University - Supporting international students in an online environment (PDF, 221 KB)
Author: Dr Amanda Müller, Flinders University - Teaching and assessment in an online learning environment (PDF, 311 KB)
Author: Dr Lin Martin, Former TEQSA Commissioner - The prevention of contract cheating in an online environment (PDF, 231 KB)
Author: Associate Professor Phillip Dawson, Deakin University - What is student engagement in online learning...and how do I know when it is there? (PDF, 109 KB)
Author: Professor Gregor Kennedy, The University of Melbourne
Webinars
TEQSA webinar series - Going online: R(e)imagining teaching and learning
TEQSA, in collaboration with RMIT, produced a weekly webinar series discussing online learning. Video recordings of the webinars are available.
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