Recognising an exemplary educator (with no more than 5 years of experience teaching in a higher education setting) for significant and sustained contributions in advancing teaching and learning at UniSA.

The nominations must address all of the following criteria:

a) Excellence in Teaching
Nominees should make a measurable contribution to improved teaching and learning outcomes by using effective teaching strategies, tools and technologies to provide a supportive and engaging learning experience.

b) Positive and Sustained Impact on Student Learning
Nominees should have a developing track record of inspiring, motivating, engaging and supporting students in achieving their academic goals, improving student learning outcomes and academic achievement.

c) Commitment to Enhancing Profession
Nominees should demonstrate a commitment to improving their field of teaching through mentoring and leadership. They should also show a high potential for continued excellence in teaching and a commitment to relevant and ongoing professional development.

*For individual nominations only.

Recognising an exemplary educator (with 5-10 years of experience teaching in a higher education setting) for significant and sustained contributions in advancing teaching and learning, who promotes advocacy for the academic profession, motivates and inspires peers at UniSA.

The nominations must address all of the following criteria:

a) Excellence in Teaching and Pedagogical Leadership
Nominees should demonstrate significant teaching and learning outcomes by transforming/enriching curriculum as well as using effective teaching strategies, tools and technologies to provide a supportive and engaging learning experience.

b) Positive and Sustained Impact on Student Learning
Nominees should have a proven track record of inspiring, motivating, engaging, and supporting students in achieving their academic goals, improving student learning outcomes and academic achievement.

c) Commitment to Enhancing and Transforming Profession
Nominees should demonstrate a commitment to improving their field of teaching, and actively engage in advising, collaborating, mentoring and sharing knowledge with colleagues to develop and deliver high-quality teaching strategies and practice.

*For individual nominations only.

Recognising an exemplary educator (with 10+ years of experience teaching in a higher education setting) for significant and sustained contributions in advancing teaching and learning, who promotes advocacy for the profession, motivates and inspires peers at UniSA.

The nominations must address all of the following criteria:

a) Excellence in Teaching and Pedagogical Leadership
Nominees should demonstrate exceptional teaching and learning outcomes by transforming/enriching curriculum as well as using effective teaching strategies, tools and technologies to provide a supportive and engaging learning experience.

b) Positive and Sustained Impact on Student Learning
Nominees should have a proven track record of inspiring, motivating, engaging, and supporting students in achieving their academic goals, improving student learning outcomes and academic achievement.

c) Commitment to Enhancing and Transforming Profession
Nominees should demonstrate a commitment to improving their field of teaching, and actively engage in advising, collaborating, mentoring and providing leadership to colleagues to develop and deliver high-quality teaching strategies and practice.

*For individual nominations only.

Recognising academic and professional staff who have been consistently providing high-quality advice, guidance and support services to enhance teaching and learning at UniSA.

The nominations must address all of the following criteria:

a) Effectiveness of Support
Nominees should consistently provide high-level services and support that has contributed to the sustained effectiveness of teaching and learning, student engagement and success.

b) Service Orientation and Collaboration
Nominees are expected to demonstrate effective collaboration and communication with academic and professional staff, along with other stakeholders, to provide timely and efficient teaching support services and establish/reinforce productive relationships.

*Individual and team nominations welcome.

Recognising academic and professional staff who have demonstrated sustained effort to improve the programs and services that support and empower students at UniSA.

The nominations must address all of the following criteria:

a) Focus on Students
Nominees should prioritise students by actively seeking and implementing their feedback in developing, coordinating and supporting teaching and learning activities which cater to diverse learning needs and cultural backgrounds.

b) Enhance Student Employability
Nominees should engage with UniSA staff and students for coordination, support and/or delivery of learning experiences that enhance students' employability, including work integrated learning experience or placement.

c) Continuous Improvement
Nominees should demonstrate continuous improvement to the current practices for the support and delivery of teaching and learning.

*Individual and team nominations welcome.

Recognising academic and professional staff who have made significant contributions to driving/supporting innovation in major teaching and learning areas, including course design and delivery, assessment practices, online learning and work integrated learning.

The nominations must address all of the following criteria:

a) Novelty and Impact
Nominees should demonstrate unique initiatives that significantly impact the field, going beyond current practices, projects and services and opening up new possibilities in teaching and learning.

b) Practicality and Feasibility
Nominees should demonstrate innovation in teaching and learning activities and/or supporting services that is feasible and adaptable, which may include for interdisciplinary/cross-unit collaboration and a forward-thinking approach to meeting future needs.

*Individual and team nominations welcome.

Recognising academic and professional staff who have made contributions to the development of significant partnership with external entities that positively expand the impact of UniSA's learning and teaching missions.

The nominations must address all of the following criteria:

a) Partnership Excellence and Impact
Nominees should have established/reinforced one or more partnership(s) that address critical industry needs and have a positive impact on teaching and learning, such as improved student learning outcomes and employability.

b) Partnerships for Sustainability and Growth
Nominees should demonstrate that the partnership is sustainable, with the potential for long-term collaboration, continued impact, or leading to additional opportunities, such as external funding, sponsorship or placement.

*Individual and team nominations welcome.