Peer Observation (26F05015)

Beschreibung

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%
- Successful completion of all self-study assignments

Cancellation:
Free cancellation possible until 05.03.2026, after which the participation fees will be charged.

Kursinformationen

Datum
  • Freitag, 13. März 2026,
    13:15 Uhr bis 16:00 Uhr
    Class on-site
  • Freitag, 5. Juni 2026,
    13:15 Uhr bis 16:00 Uhr
    Class on-site
    • Anmeldebeginn
    11.12.2025, 08:00 Uhr
    Anmeldeschluss
    05.03.2026
    Kosten
    Universitätsangehörige: CHF 90.00

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

    Dozierende
    Dr. Markus Weil
    Anrechenbar
    Certificates of Higher Education Practice: Module 'Students' Perspective' (9h)
    Veranstaltet durch

    Hochschuldidaktik
    Petersgraben 35
    Postfach
    CH-4001 Basel
    vera.roth@unibas.ch, Tel. +41 (0)61 207 08 97

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    Ziele

    • 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.

    Kursinhalte

    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.

    Adressatinnen und Adressaten

    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

    Voraussetzungen

    Own teaching in FS26

    Leistungsspektrum / Workload

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

    Besonderheiten

    06.03.2026: access ADAM course environment
    06.03.-13.03.2026: preparation task
    13.03.2026 (13:15-16:00): class on-site
    29.09.-24.11.2025: carrying out a peer observation (2h)
    05.06.2026 (13:15-16:00): class on-site
    05.06.-12.06.2026: self-study with proof of performance (1h)
    12.06.2026: submission proof of performance

    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

    Ort

    Universität Basel, Kollegienhaus Petersplatz 1, 4001 Basel

    Mehrzweckraum 035

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