Induction and probation

Probationary requirements

All new teachers at Charles Sturt need to complete the following.

Online induction

You'll need to complete several modules in the Charles Sturt online learning system known as ELMO. You will be automatically enrolled in these modules when you start.

Foundations of Learning and Teaching at Charles Sturt

Effective 2025, all academic staff in continuing or fixed-term roles (excluding School of Policing Studies staff) are required to complete the Foundations of Learning and Teaching at Charles Sturt to fulfill their probation requirements.

Getting started at Charles Sturt

There's a range of activities you can do to make sure you hit the ground running. Here are three optional steps to get you started.

Step 1. Get familiar with popular resources

Teaching technologies

Teaching framework and resources

Design learning materials

Student support quick guide

Ways to further develop your teaching

You can continue to develop your teaching in several ways. Here are some ways to support you and Charles Sturt to continue enhancing teaching to provide quality student learning and a rewarding teaching career.

Scholarly activity

To meet industry standards, academic staff must complete scholarly activities each year.

Peer review

Peer review supports quality teaching by encouraging collegial conversation and reflection on practice.

Academic promotion

Promotion is an opportunity to be recognised for your work in teaching, learning, and research.

Awards and fellowships

Promotion is an opportunity to be recognised for your work in teaching, learning, and research.

Professional associations

Professional associates provide an extensive range of development and networking activities. Take advantage of Charles Sturt membership.