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Ready to Teach Week
13–17 July 2026

Ready to Teach Week is a program of activities designed to help you prepare course materials for the upcoming semester.

 
 

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Lead through Learning Update

14 July 2026 1:00pm–2:00pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 2 2026
This session provides an update on how our AI approach continues to evolve - featuring insights from student and staff perspectives, progress in secure assessment, and developments in tools, technologies, and responsible use.
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Learn.UQ Accessibility Tools

14 July 2026 1:00pm–2:30pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 2 2026
This workshop is designed to provide UQ staff with skills and confidence in using Learn.UQ Ultra Accessibility tools within Learn.UQ (Ultra), UQ's learning management system.
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Graduate Certificate in University Teaching Practice

14 July 2026 2:00pm–3:00pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 2 2026
This session introduces the Graduate Certificate in University Teaching Practice - what it is, who it’s for, and how to get started.
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An Update on UQ's Academic Integrity Work

14 July 2026 3:00pm–4:30pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 2 2026
An opportunity to learn about the work being done to support the University’s commitment to uphold academic integrity as a core value.
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Ultra Tips and Tricks

15 July 2026 10:00am–11:30am
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 2 2026
This workshop is designed to help UQ staff build on their existing knowledge and confidence in using Learn.UQ (Ultra) through practical tips, tricks and features that can enhance the teaching and learning experience.
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Leading Programs

15 July 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 2 2026
Join us for a candid, practical and energising conversation about the future of program and plan leadership at UQ.
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Using Data and Evidence to Support Program Leadership

15 July 2026 1:00pm–2:30pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 2 2026
This session will showcase key sources of data, evidence and insight available to support program and plan convenors in evidence-informed decision making.
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Making Your Work Visible: Demonstrating Your Impact as a Program or Plan Convenor

15 July 2026 3:00pm–4:00pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 2 2026
This panel discussion will explore how convenors can better understand, scope and demonstrate the impact of their work.
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It's Not All About SECaTs: Evidencing Your Teaching Practice

16 July 2026 9:00am–10:00am
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 2 2026
This session will guide you on how to showcase your teaching expertise beyond SECaTs by building an evidence base of teaching quality.
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Turnitin

16 July 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 2 2026
This workshop will cover the new Turnitin functionality, including mark range rubrics, decimal totals, and updates to the similarity reports.
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Creating Engaging, Inclusive and Accessible PowerPoints

13 February 2026 1:00pm–2:00pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 1 2026
Learn to create visually engaging, inclusive and accessible PowerPoint slide decks for your courses.

Presenting for Educational Media

13 February 2026 11:00am–12:00pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 1 2026
Master the art of presenting educational media in a studio setting.

Inspera Exams

13 February 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 1 2026
In this session you will develop an understanding of how to mark an Inspera assessment.

How the Library Supports Your Students

12 February 2026 3:00pm–4:00pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 1 2026
Discover how the Library supports your students with access to learning resources, digital skills development, IT assistance, and guidance on using AI responsibly.

Using AI to Build Robust MCQs: Quality at Scale for Quizzes and Exams

12 February 2026 1:30pm–2:30pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 1 2026
Using AI prompts to draft, critique, and extend MCQs into linked reflective questions for valid, reliable quizzes and exams.

Turnitin (updated)

12 February 2026 1:00pm–3:00pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 1 2026
This workshop will cover the new Turnitin functionality, including mark range rubrics, decimal totals, and updates to the similarity reports

What Data Can and Can't Tell You About Your Student's Progress

12 February 2026 12:00pm–1:00pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 1 2026
This session explores what learning data can tell you about your students and shows how to practically access and interpret Course Insights and Ultra learning analytics to inform teaching decisions.

Interactive Oral Assessments: Designing, Implementing and Reflecting

12 February 2026 10:00am–11:30am
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 1 2026
Join us for a practical and insightful workshop designed to help you confidently design, implement, and evaluate IOAs in your course.

Ed Discussion Board

12 February 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 1 2026
This session is designed to provide UQ staff with skills and knowledge on how to use Ed Discussion Board in their courses.

Filming and Editing Educational Media

11 February 2026 2:30pm–4:00pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 1 2026
Transform your teaching with professional filming and editing skills.

Data-Driven Teaching: Using Reportal to Analyse SECaTs

11 February 2026 1:00pm–2:00pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 1 2026
This session will help you navigate all the places you need to extract data and how to analyse it to enhance your teaching practice.

Learn.UQ Accessibility Tools

11 February 2026 1:00pm–3:00pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 1 2026
This workshop is designed to provide UQ staff with skills and confidence in using Learn.UQ Ultra Accessibility tools.

Upskill Your Students: What Academic Skills Advisers Can Do for You

11 February 2026 12:00pm–12:30pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 1 2026
The session gives an overview of learning support available to students via UQ’s Academic Skills Advisers.

Learn.UQ Ultra Basics

11 February 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 1 2026
This workshop is designed to provide UQ staff with a structured program to develop their knowledge, skills and confidence in using Learn.UQ

Indigenising the Curriculum Circle of Practice

11 February 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 1 2026
This session is part of Ready to Teach Week and is a great chance to connect with others doing this work, share ideas, and keep building confidence and practice in embedding Indigenous perspectives into teaching and curriculum.

An Update on UQ's Academic Integrity Work

10 February 2026 3:00pm–4:30pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 1 2026
An opportunity to learn about the work being done to support the University’s commitment to uphold academic integrity as a core value.

Student Access Plan (SAP) Case Study Session

10 February 2026 1:30pm–2:30pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 1 2026
In this interactive workshop, we’ll unpack cases involving Student Access Plans (SAPs) and explore practical strategies to create more inclusive and participatory classrooms.

Inclusive Teaching

10 February 2026 12:30pm–1:30pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 1 2026
In this session, we focus on everyday teaching practices that strengthen belonging and reduce unnecessary barriers for students.

Graduate Certificate in University Teaching Information Session

10 February 2026 11:15am–12:00pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 1 2026
Join us for an information session on the Graduate Certificate in University Teaching Practice. During this session, you will discover:

Turnitin (updated)

10 February 2026 10:00am–12:00pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 1 2026
This workshop will cover the new Turnitin functionality, including mark range rubrics, decimal totals, and updates to the similarity reports.

Practical Tips on Preparing Students for Learning With (and Without) Generative AI

10 February 2026 10:00am–11:00am
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 1 2026
Insights from the AI teaching trenches: how to prepare your students for AI use.

Lights, Camera, Learning: ITaLI Media Studios Tour and Information Session

10 February 2026 9:00am–10:00am
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 1 2026
Step inside the ITaLI media studios and explore creative ways to enhance your teaching and promote student success.

It's Not All About SECaTs: Evidencing Your Teaching Practice

9 February 2026 2:30pm–3:30pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 1 2026
This session will guide you on how to showcase your teaching expertise beyond SECaTs by building an evidence base of teaching quality.

Learn.UQ Ultra Basics

9 February 2026 1:00pm–3:00pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 1 2026
This workshop is designed to provide UQ staff with a structured program to develop their knowledge, skills and confidence in using Learn.UQ

Teaching Essentials

9 February 2026 12:30pm–1:30pm
 
in Ready to Teach Week Sem 1 2026
Ensure your semester is successful by setting up a few key items for effective course management.

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Browse events by categories
Teaching and Learning (T&L) Week
Learn from one another and celebrate creative and innovative teaching and learning practices designed to enhance student learning
Ready to Teach Week
Twice a year, a program of online and in-person activities designed to help you prepare course materials for the upcoming semester
Lead through Learning
Events supporting Lead through Learning (2025-2027), a whole-of-University strategy addressing the rapid rise of artificial intelligence in education.
Workshops and short courses
A range of hands-on workshops, in-person and online, covering eLearning tools training, pedagogy, educational media production and entrepreneurial education
Communities of Practice (CoPs)
CoPs and professional learning communities where you can share best practice and network with peers
ITaLI programs
Information sessions about applying for fellowships (e.g. HEA@UQ), awards/grants and ITaLI's induction programs (Teaching@UQ, GTA, etc.)
Open courses
A selection of UQ courses that you can attend and observe fellow teachers and teaching practices
Past events resources
Video recordings and other resources for past ITaLI events and workshops (UQ staff only - login required)

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