Peer Observation (25H05001)

Description

Peer observations are an immediate and highly effective method for assessing the effectiveness of one's own teaching. This course introduces the process and provides practical exercises using video examples to practice both observing various teaching situations and providing constructive feedback. As part of the course, all participants conduct a peer observation. The course is designed to prepare participants to independently carry out peer observations.

The course consists of two on-site meetings and an implementation phase:

  1. On-site meeting: Introduction and preparation
  2. Intermediate phase: Conducting a peer observation
  3. On-site meeting: Evaluating results and debriefing
  4. Proof of performance

Requirements for the issuance of a certificate of completion:
- Minimum attendance time at the class: 80%
- Successfully completed proof of performance: Observation report (evaluation criteria: change of perspective, operationalization of teaching goals, separation of description and evaluation, formal aspects)

Cancellation:
Free cancellation possible until 17.08.2025, after which the participation fees will be charged.

Dieser Kurs entspricht dem gleichnamigen deutschsprachigen Kurs
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Course Information

Date
  • Monday, August 25, 2025,
    1:15 PM till 4:00 PM
    Class on-site, before that 18.08. - 25.08.2025: query as a course entry
  • Monday, November 3, 2025,
    1:15 PM till 4:00 PM
    Class on-site, before that 25.08. - 03.11.2025: carrying out a peer observation (2h)
    • Registration Opens
    July 8, 2025, 8:00 AM
    Registration Deadline
    August 17, 2025
    Course Fees
    University Members: CHF 90.00

    (Please check the possibility of a course fee refund directly with the department)

    Trainer
    Dr. Markus Weil
    Credits
    Certificates of Higher Education Practice: Module 'Students' Perspective' (9h)
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    Hochschuldidaktik
    Petersgraben 35
    Postfach
    CH-4001 Basel
    vera.roth@unibas.ch, Tel. +41 (0)61 207 08 97

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    Aims

    • Participants will be familiar with the basic principles of peer observation and able to attentively observe teaching situations.
    • Participants can identify strengths and areas for improvement in university teaching situations and providing constructive feedback.
    • Participants can professionally conduct peer observations.

    Content

    This course provides a comprehensive overview of peer observation at the University of Basel.

    Initially, it explores the integration of peer observation in comparison to other feedback sources. The course addresses setting individual goals, focus areas for observation, and observation briefing.
    Utilizing video feedback and role plays allows participants to practice giving feedback.

    Between the two course days, engaging in personal observations in both roles – as observer and observed – along with subsequent discussions, provides practical insights into teaching practices.
    The course concludes with a reflection on reporting, focusing on the development of teaching quality.

    Target Group

    Members of the University of Basel (including PhD students and lecturers that habilitate at the University of Basel) with at least Master Degree who are involved in undergraduate teaching of the University of Basel

    Requirements

    Own teaching in HS25

    Workload

    Classes on-site: 6 hours
    Proof of performance: 3 hours
    (For detailed schedule see 'Besonderheiten')

    Feature

    18.08.2025: access ADAM course environment
    18.08. - 25.08.2025: query as a course entry
    25.08.2025 (13:15-16:00): class on-site
    25.08. - 03.11.2025: carrying out a peer observation
    03.11.2025 (13:15-16:00): class on-site
    17.11.2025: submission proof of performance (3h)

    This course can be credited towards the Certificates in Higher Education Practice: 'Basics of Teaching and Learning', 'Supporting Learning', 'Learning, Teaching, and Assessing'

    Information on the Certificates in Higher Education Practice

    Location

    Universität Basel, Kollegienhaus Petersplatz 1, 4001 Basel

    Mehrzweckraum 035

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