Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Being a Professional

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Approx. 12 hours to complete

Course Summary

This course is designed to help teachers improve their professional skills and become more effective in the classroom. Learn innovative teaching techniques that can help you engage your students and create a more dynamic learning environment.

Key Learning Points

  • Explore strategies for effective classroom management
  • Learn how to design engaging lesson plans
  • Discover techniques for assessing student learning

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Learning Outcomes

  • Develop effective classroom management strategies
  • Design engaging lesson plans that meet student needs
  • Assess student learning effectively

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • Basic understanding of teaching principles
  • Access to a classroom or teaching environment

Course Difficulty Level

Beginner to Intermediate

Course Format

  • Online self-paced course
  • Video lectures
  • Interactive assignments

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  • Teaching with Technology
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  • Ken Robinson
  • Linda Darling-Hammond

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Description

The Foundations of Teaching for Learning programme is for anyone who is teaching, or who would like to teach, in any subject and any context - be it at school, at home or in the workplace. With dynamic lessons taught by established and respected professionals from across the Commonwealth, this eight course programme will see you develop and strengthen your skills in teaching, professionalism, assessment, and more. As you carry on through the programme, you will find yourself strengthening not only your skills, but your connection with colleagues across the globe. A professional development opportunity not to be missed.

Outline

  • What it means to be a professional
  • Teaching as a profession – characteristics of a profession and a professional
  • What society expects of teachers
  • The importance of the teacher to student outcomes and development
  • My reasons for becoming a teacher
  • Syllabus
  • Grading and Logistics
  • Portfolio
  • FAQ
  • Outline for Week One
  • Quiz 1
  • Ethics, codes of conduct and standards for teachers
  • Ethical, professional behavior for teachers
  • Features and uses of professional standards
  • Registration, certification, appraisal and performance management
  • Codes of conduct and discipline of teachers
  • Interview One
  • Outline for Week Two
  • Quiz 2
  • Legal and administrative responsibilities of a teacher
  • The duty of Care
  • Negligence (Part 1)
  • Negligence (Part 2)
  • A duty to educate
  • The rights and responsibilities of students, parents and teachers
  • Outline for Week Three
  • Quiz 3
  • Developing a personal philosophy of teaching
  • How teaching and education changes lives
  • Evidence on effective teaching (1)
  • Evidence on effective teaching (2)
  • My values, beliefs and current philosophy of teaching
  • Interview Two
  • Outline for Week Four
  • Quiz 4
  • Being part of a professional learning community
  • The power of professional learning
  • Professional learning communities in education
  • Action learning using evidence
  • The role of leadership in professional learning
  • Outline for Week Five
  • Quiz 5
  • Continuing to develop as a professional
  • Reflection, self-assessment and goal setting
  • Gaining and utilising feedback from others
  • Formulating a personal professional development plan
  • Keeping a balanced life – teacher stress and satisfaction
  • Interview Three
  • Outline for Week Six
  • Quiz 6

Summary of User Reviews

Discover how to become a professional teacher with Coursera's online course. This course has received great reviews from its users, who praise the practical knowledge and skills gained.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

The practical knowledge and skills gained from this course.

Pros from User Reviews

  • Practical and relevant knowledge
  • Accessible and flexible online learning format
  • Excellent course materials and resources
  • Great for professional development
  • Engaging and knowledgeable instructors

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some users may find the course material too basic
  • Limited opportunities for interaction with other learners
  • Some technical issues reported with the online platform
  • The course may be too time-consuming for some learners
  • Some users may prefer a more traditional classroom setting
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Approx. 12 hours to complete
Professor Stephen Dinham, Professor John MacBeath
Commonwealth Education Trust
Coursera

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