Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Learners and Learning
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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
- The lives of children
- Introduction to Learners and Learning
- Lecture 1.1: Who are the learners?
- Lecture 1.2: Issues of identity
- Lecture 1.3: Boys and girls
- Lecture 1.4: The multicultural classroom
- Syllabus
- Grading and Logistics
- Outline for Week One
- Quiz 1
- How children learn
- Lecture 2.1: Self confidence and self esteem
- Lecture 2.2: The concept of 'agency'
- Lecture 2.3: Differentiating learning and teaching
- Lecture 2.4: Rules and roles
- Interview 1: Looking at weeks one and two
- Outline for Week Two
- Quiz 2
- Engaging with students
- Lecture 3.1: Language in the classroom
- Lecture 3.2: Rewarding and celebrating achievement
- Lecture 3.3: Questioning in the classroom
- Lecture 3.4: Working in pairs, triads, and groups
- Outline for Week Three
- Quiz 3
- The power of the peer group
- Lecture 4.1: Understanding peer groups
- Lecture 4.2: Smoking, alcohol, drugs and peer pressure
- Lecture 4.3: Bullying
- Lecture 4.4: Labeling
- Interview 2: Looking at weeks three and four
- Outline for Week Four
- Quiz 4
- Learning that travels
- Lecture 5.1: Learning in the home
- Lecture 5.2: Homework
- Lecture 5.3: Transitions
- Lecture 5.4: The uses and value of indicators
- Outline for Week Five
- Quiz 5
- Four key thinkers
- Lecture 6.1: PaiObanya
- Lecture 6.2: David Perkins
- Lecture 6.3: Lev Vygotsky
- Lecture 6.4: Abraham Maslow
- Interview 3: Looking at weeks five and six
- Outline for Week Six
- Quiz 6
Summary of User Reviews
The Teaching and Learning course on Coursera has received positive reviews from students. Many users found the course to be highly informative and engaging, providing valuable insights into teaching and learning techniques. Overall, the course received high praise from students.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
The course was highly informative and engaging, providing valuable insights into teaching and learning techniques.Pros from User Reviews
- The course content was well-organized and easy to follow.
- The instructors were knowledgeable and provided clear explanations.
- The course offered practical tips and strategies for teaching and learning that were applicable in real-life scenarios.
- The course was interactive and engaging, with opportunities for students to participate in discussions and activities.
- The course provided a comprehensive overview of teaching and learning concepts and theories.
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course to be too basic and not challenging enough.
- The workload was heavy and required a significant time commitment.
- Some users found the course to be too theoretical and not practical enough.
- The course lacked personalized feedback and support from instructors.
- The course could benefit from more real-life examples and case studies.
Associate Professor George Oduro
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