TABLE 3. FEEDBACK ON PARTICIPATION IN NGAP PROGRAMME IN 2022 Feedback 1 The programme has given me the opportunity to begin expanding my academic horizons by helping meet other fledgling scholars from disparate academic and research fields. the most important thing that I have gained during the course of the programme, is teaching experience and the ability to advance my academic career. I have yet to experience any challenges with either the programme or the teaching. Feedback 2 My experience as an nGAP candidate thus far has been insightful and beneficial. By attending the teaching and learning workshops offered I have been able to gain knowledge into teaching pedagogy, assessments, blended learning etc. The benefits from the programme would definitely have to be the workshops offered to nGAP lecturers as well as the support from funding provided. The nGAP office is always ready to help us when required. Feedback 3 My experience as an nGAP has been fruitful. I believe that I have gained valuable teaching experience thus far. One of the biggest challenges that I have experienced is trying to balance my academic role (teaching) and my PhD work. It has been quite difficult so far with academic (lecture, tutorial and assessment) preparation, which usually takes up a lot of my time. However, the nGAP has been very helpful with the allocation of 20% workload, I have received time off to focus on my PhD this semester. Feedback 4 The nGAP program has been great with new challenges that builds the candidate into an excellent academic lecturer. The trainings provided by the nGAP office have been excellent and shaped my views on what is it to be an academic. I am excited to be part of this opportunity. I have learnt a lot since I have stated this program. Feedback 5 The journey has been a learning curve for me. I have received a lot of support from the nGAP office and the members from my faculty. The gains I have made so far, include the progress on my PhD, as such I have been allocated one-on-one coaching session with Prof Wadee who is really helpful and motivating on both personal and work-related support. Feedback 6 The programme is beneficial as it considers and caters for professional and personal growth. Going into my third year, I have gained numerous insights in what it takes to be a successful academic, not only that but through the programme I have managed to gain teaching, supervisory, and administration experience while completing my PhD studies. Because of the programme’s flexibility I was able to complete my PhD research objectives, publish articles emanating from the research as well as successfully writing a complete thesis for examination. The personal coaching sessions as organized by the Division for Teaching Excellence has enabled me to be an effective and efficient member in academia and has also contributed to my personal and academic growth. Feedback 7 The nGAP programme has been an amazing journey thus far. In the few months since employment, I have attended various sessions to develop as an academic and am learning skills to create a balance of both academic and personal development. Mentoring sessions to guide me through the teaching and learning processes of the institution alongside the research niche development through the personal mentoring and coaching sessions. 2022 ANNUAL REPORT: DIVISION FOR TEACHING EXCELLENCE 33
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