Otago Polytechnic/Developing a Learning and Teaching Strategy at OP

= Developing a Learning and Teaching Strategy at OP =

This wiki page is being used collaboratively to develop the Learning and Teaching Strategy for Otago Polytechnic.

= Otago Polytechnic Draft Learning Strategy_V10 =

Otago Polytechnic context
Otago Polytechnic's strategic direction articulates the following vision.

Vision:
Through our innovation in education and the outstanding experiences our learners enjoy, we will be recognised as New Zealand's leading polytechnic.

In pursuit of this vision Otago Polytechnic has set four strategic goals, three of which directly relevant to the learning and teaching strategy and are set out below.

Goal one: to lead our sector in the achievement of educational excellence.
This means:


 * all learners enjoy an outstanding experience
 * all learners succeed in their studies
 * graduates are capable, work ready and employable
 * graduates can practise sustainably and make a difference to society

Goal three: to achieve the highest level of confidence from our communities, anticipating and exceeding their expectations, including our commitments to Kai Tahu
This means:


 * genuine engagement with stakeholders
 * understanding and meeting stakeholder needs and expectations
 * valuing feedback
 * communicating our successes effectively

Goal four: to lead our sector as a socially responsible and sustainable organisation
This means:


 * lowering Otago Polytechnic's environmental footprint
 * enhancing our environment
 * helping and supportiing individuals and communities to make a difference