Foundations of Teaching in Higher Education
Foundations of Teaching in Higher Education is the core training offer for all new teaching staff at the Medical University of Innsbruck, equipping them with essential teaching and learning competencies.
University assistants with and without a doctoral degree (predoctoral and postdoctoral researchers), as well as physicians in specialist training, are required to complete this qualification during their first year of employment.
Structure of the programme
The module is designed as a blended-learning programme that combines digital elements, delivered through a self-paced online course, with in-person sessions.
1. Online Phase
The self-paced online course supports participants in becoming familiar with the teaching and learning culture at the Medical University of Innsbruck. In addition to core principles of medical education, the course covers key aspects of planning and delivering teaching activities, as well as assessment, and provides an overview of relevant study regulations. The online course comprises a workload of 10 hours (equivalent to 0.4 ECTS).
*Note: When accessing the course for the first time, please select English as your course language. By doing so, you will also be automatically considered for the English-language in-person courses.
From the date of enrolment, participants have 60 days to complete the course.
2. In-person Phase
After successful completion of the self-paced course, you will be invited by email to the in-person phase. This phase consists of two half-day courses, with a total workload of 15 hours (equivalent to 0.6 ECTS).
About the course
Constructive, clear, and respectful feedback enhances learning and collaboration in medical education. This interactive session supports physicians and scientists in developing effective and appreciative feedback skills for teaching and teamwork. Participants will understand the key principles of high-quality feedback, practice structured and appreciative communication and learn how to integrate effective feedback into their daily academic and clinical work.
Upcoming dates
will be announced soon
Please note that you cannot register for this course yourself. After completing the self-paced course, you will be invited to the in-person sessions by email.
Mode of participation
In-person course
Completion
Certificate of participation
About the course
The course provides practical foundations for planning, delivering, and reflecting on teaching sessions. It focuses on structuring lectures to suit the audience, making conscious use of verbal, non-verbal, and para-verbal communication, and using presentation media effectively. Participants prepare and deliver a short presentation on a topic from their own field and receive structured feedback from both peers and the trainer. In this way, they develop skills in designing clear, interactive, and memorable teaching sessions, as well as in giving and receiving feedback.
Upcoming dates
will be announced soon
Please note that you cannot register for this course yourself. After completing the self-paced course, you will be invited to the in-person sessions by email.
Preparation
Preparatory reading and preparation and delivery of a 5-minute short presentation. Further details regarding the preparation will be provided by email in advance of the course date.
Teilnahmemodus
In-person course
Completion
Certificate of participation
Registration
Individuals who are required to complete the qualification during their first year of employment will be contacted by the department of Teaching and Study Organisation after they take up their position and will be automatically enrolled in the course.
Applicants for habiliation as well as employees who wish to complete the qualification on a voluntary basis can register by email at: fortbildung@i-med.ac.at