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Engaging Indigenous people within Higher Ed

CQUniversity's Office of Indigenous Engagement recently hosted a visit from the Oodgeroo Unit of Queensland University of Technology (QUT), at Rockhampton Campus.

Professor Anita Lee Hong, Director of the Oodgeroo Unit, and Lone Pearce, Project Officer, met with Office of Indigenous Engagement staff to discuss employment issues and best practice models for engaging Indigenous people within the higher education sector, including governance matters.

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Video clips help to motivate IT students 

Published on 27 February, 2012 

IT lecturer Michael O'Malley has been recognised with a Vice-Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Learning and Teaching, presented during the recent graduation ceremony on Rockhampton Campus.

This award acknowledges Michael for developing an innovative, engaging, and personalised method of teaching complex programming concepts for first-year students that motivate and inspire learning.

PhotoID:11969, IT lecturer Michael O'Malley receives his award
IT lecturer Michael O'Malley receives his award

Michael has demonstrated a passion for teaching and a deep commitment to improving the learning outcomes of his students by developing alternative resources aimed at personalising interactions.

As a committed educator, he is determined to explore new methods, such as creating videos, aimed at motivating and inspiring students to understand this complex subject area.

These personalised videos directly support the University's learning and teaching philosophy and practice, while also being a powerful 'learning by demonstration' resource for students.

Michael's learning and teaching practice is highly regarded by his students and peers and he has displayed a profound professional and personal commitment to excellence.