Introduction to Teaching in UK Higher Education

Nuala Byrne is an Associate Professor and PGCHE (Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education) Director in the School of Education, University of Nottingham, and works across their UK, China and Malaysia campuses.Christopher Butcher is a higher education consultant working with a number of institutions across the UK and Europe and is a former academic developer based in a Russell Group University.

• 1. Key Features of UK Higher Education 2. Education in the UK 3. How Students Learn and What the Implications are for Teaching 4. Curriculum and Course Design 5. Teaching for Supporting Learning 6. Assessing and Giving Feedback 7. Supporting Students 8. On-going Development of Your Professional Practice 9. Key Terms, Glossaries and Abbreviations

"This book provides international staff, who are new to teaching, with a clear and concise insight into UK Higher Education. It draws on a survey of international teachers who have already made this transition, ensuring that any concerns you have are addressed. The shared wealth of experience in this field, has enabled the authors to bring together a complete and comprehensive book designed to address the topics and issues which other textbooks assume their readers already understand. Provided with useful practical tips and links to further resources, this book will prepare new international staff, ensuring that they are informed and supported as they make the transition into teaching in UK Higher Education."— Professor Graham Kendall, Pro Vice Chancellor, University of Nottingham and Provost and CEO, University of Nottingham Malaysia