TEU Update 16 April 2026
ESD - Compendium of Existing Good Practice
As part of DCU's Education for Sustainable Development Hub, the TEU is compiling a compendium of existing good practice. This will highlight and showcase modules that have integrated content, pedagogies, methodologies and assessment strategies related to ESD and other complementary approaches such as Global Citizenship Education, Human Rights Education and Development Education.
We’re hoping this will inspire more teaching staff to integrate ESD themes into their practice and may even allow academics to identify opportunities for collaboration or interdisciplinary approaches.
You can include your module in the compendium by completing this short form.
Accept the Challenge!
DCU Challenge Accepted: A collaborative showcase of Challenge-Based Learning (CBL) will take place May 12th-13th in The Spark on DCU Glasnevin Campus.
DCU Futures & DCU Teaching Enhancement Unit will co-host a series of CBL-specific sharing and learning events in May to celebrate and inform CBL in practice across the university. On May 12th, a showcase event will feature contributions from educators, students and external partners, sharing examples of CBL in practice across a range of disciplines. On May 13th, two practical workshops are available: one focused on exploring the potential use and risks of GenAI in the CBL learning process and another focused on how CBL can be leveraged to integrate Education for Sustainable Development into practice.
Register today for any sessions of interest. More details about the timetable and speakers will be advertised in the coming weeks so watch this space.
Register for the DCU Spring 2026 Universal Design Badge Course
This semester, we will be facilitating a UDL Badge course locally for DCU staff. Along with offering the "Universal Design in Teaching and Learning" badge, this instance of the programme will also offer a second track for professional staff in "Universal Design Beyond the Classroom".. Participants who complete the course will be awarded a digital badge recognised by the National Forum for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning. The course will run from 20th April to 28th June. Register your interest for the course via this form.
For more info on the content of the UDL badge course, see this page, or reach out directly to steve.welsh@dcu.ie with any specific questions.
SoTL Spotlight
In this section, we will regularly share conferences, call for papers and other items related to the Scholarship of Teaching & Learning across disciplines
Call for chapters: AI-Resilient Assessment Design (Edited book)
A forthcoming book entitled “AI-Resilient Assessment Design in Higher Education for Integrity, Inclusion, and Authenticity”, to be published by IGI Global Scientific Publishing is seeking submissions. Proposals due by May 27th. Visit the call for chapters for more details.
Where to Find Help and Support
Submit a request at DCU Help for Loop queries
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Find comprehensive resources on our Loop Staff Support Page - enrolment key is 'staff'
For advice on teaching practice, including on the use of technology, email teaching.enhancement@dcu.ie
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