Expressions of interest are welcomed in the following areas:
- New Open Course Development: Develop and deliver a new Open Course that aligns with the national professional development framework for higher education, as well as national strategic priorities in the area of teaching and learning.
- Updating Existing Open Courses: Update and deliver current Open Courses to reflect the latest developments in the area of teaching and learning. This includes substantial improvements or developments that enhance course content, delivery, or relevance.
- Large Scale Course Delivery: Deliver current Open Courses to a large national audience, coordinating networks of regional or institutional facilitators supporting cohorts of participants for a scaled-up rollout.
Open Courses should appeal to a broad audience and encourage enrolment across the sector. This ensures a diverse learning environment and promotes a wide dissemination of knowledge and skills. Cross institutional collaboration between higher education institutions is particularly encouraged. In keeping with the open and shared approach taken by the National Forum to date, the inclusion of participants from the private higher education and further education sectors is also encouraged.
Each proposal should ensure the course is developed for all three delivery modes (online, face-to-face/blended, and self-study), ensuring accessibility and flexibility for future participants, unless there is a specific justification agreed with the National Forum. However, it is important to note that the delivery component of open courses funded through this call is expected to be facilitator-led and conducted entirely online. Those considering submission are strongly advised to familiarise themselves with the development guide provided in this call to inform their application.
