Quality teaching through openness and collaboration an alternative to the TEF?

Chrissi Nerantzi

Abstract


In this opinion piece, I offer an alternative vision to the TEF that positions universities at the heart of communities and society through greater collaboration among higher education institutions and involving the public. I argue that this approach is a rewarding way for academic staff to develop their teaching capabilities and innovate, to improve the student taught experience at universities. Using measures such engagement in professional development and innovations in teaching as a result of it that have an impact on student learning, is my alternative to the TEF.


Keywords


Teaching Excellence Framework, Innovation, Open Education, Collaboration

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.21100/compass.v10i2.485

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