Latest news for teachers
Quantum Technology studies begin at Aalto – Pioneering physics student Artturi Jalli is already programming the IBM quantum computer
The unique Quantum Technology major takes you to the forefront of the ongoing quantum revolution in computation, communication, sensing, and simulation.
Online application for credit transfer is on pilot test use starting 2 January, 2019
The students of the School of Business and the School of Science can apply for credit transfer using an online application form starting 2 January, 2019.
Programme Forum focused on solutions to improve student wellbeing and study progress
Directors of degree programmes and their LES collaboration partners – altogether 40 professionals in teaching and learning – discussed current affairs at the Programme Forum.
AAC decides on the regulations on credit transfer
The University Academic Affairs Committee (AAC) decided on amending the rules on credit transfer at its meeting on 10 April, 2018. The aim is to enhance the equal treatment of students and to simplify the process whereby learning gained elsewhere is recognised and identified.
Upcoming assessments in the area of teaching and learning
Three assessments exploring the theme teaching and learning will be implemented in the next few years.
Year of learning and teaching drawing to a close
In the future we will see new solutions increasing flexibility and positive student experience – both related to pedagogical approaches and practical teaching arrangements.
Sustainable ideas and inspiring people presented with Aalto SCI Alumna of the Year and SCI Awards 2018
SCI Alumna 2018 Annu Nieminen is an entrepreneur with a passion to encourage companies in maximizing the positive impact on the society. SCI awardees are described as inspirational, helpful, patient, and knowledgeable persons in the community.
Sustainability is an increasingly important part of international business
Companies can work as change agents, Assistant Professor Tiina Ritvala says.
Every Aalto course to have a course syllabus
Along with the transition to the two-year curriculum, Aalto is introducing a course syllabus to be used in all courses. The course syllabus is an instrument that allows for the continual development of teaching and courses in the lengthened curriculum period.
Teachers: Please fill in the course info in MyCourses syllabus
Along with the transition to the two-year curriculum, Aalto is introducing a course syllabus to be used in all courses. The syllabus is written in a MyCourses workspace into a ready-made template.
Learning analytics and digital footprints reveal the pathways and quagmires of learning and teaching
A tremendous amount of digital data is produced from teaching and studying, such as on the kinds of courses students are registering for, the study modules they are building, and the way they are using the MyCourses learning environment.
Assistant Professor Alex Jung elected Computer Science teacher of the year 2018
Computer Science teacher of the year 2018 was announced on Friday 14 December at the CS department Christmas party.
HAIC Student Scholarships supported by F-Secure and Huawei
Continued donations from F-Secure and Huawei support scholarships for Master's students
The starting point in Flipped classroom is the student’s personal learning process
The student and learning are at the centre of teaching, says Assistant Professor Taija Turunen.
’I see teaching as a great indicator of how well I myself as a researcher understand the topics’
Doctoral Candidate Glenn Ross was selected by the school community as Motivator of the year 2018 at the School of Electrical Engineering.
New cooperative project develops problem-based learning in South Asia
A project coordinated by Aalto Global Impact will strengthen the capacity of universities to take hold of global development challenges.
Hey, space!
An updated course in radio astronomy allows students to observe far-away galaxies with the help of Finland's only radio telescope used for astronomical research.
Teaching Lab – A platform for designing better teaching and learning
As a part of Learning Challenge Aalto, Teaching Lab was launched at the end of November to provide Aalto teaching faculty with better resources in course and program development, and in integrating work life skills into teaching.
Department is hiring new professors in Computer Science
The Department of Computer Science at Aalto University invites applications from tenure-track candidates for the Assistant Professor level, as well as from candidates with outstanding records for tenured Associate or Full Professor levels.
UNIPS - university pedagogical self-study material available
UNIPS (University pedagogical support) -project is funded by the Ministry of Education and Culture (Opetus - ja kulttuuriministeriö) and it´s one of the three divisions in the larger thematic project "Enhancing pedagogical and digital teaching and supervision skills in higher education" in Finland.