Professional Diploma in Effective Teaching Skills & Strategies

£350

overview

This course is designed to equip educators with the knowledge and skills to plan, deliver, and evaluate effective teaching strategies. The course will cover various topics, including pedagogical approaches, instructional strategies, assessment and evaluation techniques, and classroom management.

Course Duration: 28 Hours (8 hours e-learning and 6 hours practical mini-teaching)

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the principles of effective teaching
  • Identify various pedagogical approaches and apply them to specific teaching situations
  • Design and implement effective lesson plans
  • Utilize a variety of instructional strategies to engage students and enhance learning outcomes
  • Develop effective assessment and evaluation techniques to measure student learning
  • Manage the classroom effectively and establish a positive learning environment

Course Outline: I. Introduction to Effective Teaching (2 hours)

  • Principles of effective teaching
  • Characteristics of effective teachers

II. Pedagogical Approaches (4 hours)

  • Lecture-based approach
  • Inquiry-based approach
  • Project-based approach
  • Problem-based approach
  • Collaborative learning approach

III. Lesson Planning (4 hours)

  • Developing learning objectives
  • Selecting appropriate materials and resources
  • Incorporating technology
  • Differentiating instruction for diverse learners

IV. Instructional Strategies (6 hours)

  • Active learning techniques
  • Group work and collaborative learning
  • Role-playing and simulations
  • Games and gamification
  • Flipped classroom approach

V. Assessment and Evaluation (4 hours)

  • Formative and summative assessment
  • Assessment tools and techniques
  • Grading and feedback
  • Data-driven instruction

Classroom Management (4 hours)

  • Establishing rules and routines
  • Dealing with disruptive behavior
  • Cultivating a positive learning environment
  • Building positive relationships with students and parents

Mini-Teaching Practicum (6 hours)

  • Applying effective teaching strategies in a classroom setting
  • Feedback and self-reflection

E-Learning Activities (8 hours)

  • Online lectures and presentations
  • Interactive quizzes and assignments
  • Discussion forums and group projects

Practical Mini-Teaching (6 hours)

  • Students will deliver mini-teaching sessions in a classroom setting, applying the concepts and strategies learned in the course. Feedback and self-reflection will be provided to enhance learning outcomes.

Assessment Methods:

  • Online quizzes and assignments (20%)
  • Group project (30%)
  • Mini-teaching practicum (50%)