The initiative aims to promote the quality of teaching and recognise the commitment of professors to experimenting with innovative teaching methods, in line with the University’s strategies regarding quality, participation and student-centred learning.
All tenured professors at the University who hold at least one course unit in the academic year 2024/2025, including members of the technical and administrative staff with teaching responsibilities.
Assessment
Proposals will be assessed by a Committee specifically appointed by the Rector, comprising:
- tenured professors who are not candidates, with documented experience in university teaching and innovative methodologies;
- student representatives, appointed by the Students’ Council;
- at least one external expert in the field of university teaching and assessment.
Assessment criteria
Criterion | Maximum score |
Objectives and aims of the innovative action | 20 |
Type and significance of the innovation introduced | 20 |
Critical reflection and overall assessment (including OPIS data) | 20 |
Alignment with the University’s Strategic Guidelines | 20 |
Participation in training courses on university teaching (at the University or externally) | 20 |
In the event of a tie, preference will be given to the candidate with the least length of service.
Awards on offer
- The 30 best projects selected will receive a gross financial incentive from the University amounting to €2,000.00, in accordance with Article 9 of Law 240/2010;
- The winning projects will be included in the University’s Innovative Teaching Database and will be documented and promoted from a scientific and methodological perspective, including with the support of dedicated staff;
- Projects deemed ‘worthy of a special mention’ will nevertheless be included in the database and invited to the public awards ceremony scheduled to take place by December 2025.
Deadline for submitting applications
Deadline for submitting applications: 30 September 2025
To apply for the calls, please complete the form available at HERE
