Teaching Foundations: Introduction to Professional Practice
Master essential teaching skills and professional development strategies in this comprehensive course for educators at all levels.
Master essential teaching skills and professional development strategies in this comprehensive course for educators at all levels.
The Foundations of Teaching for Learning programme offers a comprehensive introduction to teaching as a profession. This course focuses on three core domains: Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Values. Designed for both new and experienced educators, it provides practical insights into effective teaching methodologies, classroom management, and professional development. Through expert-led sessions, participants explore the world of childhood, learning theories, and assessment strategies while connecting with a global community of educators.
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What you'll learn
Understand the core domains of professional teaching practice
Develop effective thinking and learning strategies for classroom implementation
Master assessment techniques for continuous student evaluation
Learn to create and maintain an engaging classroom environment
Explore professional development opportunities in education
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This course includes:
190 Minutes PreRecorded video
4 assignments
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There are 4 modules in this course
This introductory course explores the fundamental aspects of teaching as a profession. Students learn about the three core domains of teaching: Professional Knowledge and Understanding, Professional Practice, and Professional Values. The course covers essential topics such as understanding childhood development, effective thinking strategies, classroom assessment, and adapting to educational changes. Participants develop practical skills in classroom management while exploring various teaching methodologies and professional development opportunities.
Being a Teacher: A Professional Privilege
Module 1 · 1 Hours to complete
Thinking About Learning
Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete
How Good is My Classroom?
Module 3 · 1 Hours to complete
Continuing to Learn in a Changing World
Module 4 · 2 Hours to complete
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Distinguished Scholar Prof. John MacBeath Shapes Global Educational Leadership Policy
Professor John MacBeath, Professor Emeritus at the University of Cambridge, has established himself as a transformative figure in educational leadership through his extensive academic and policy work. His influential career includes serving on the UK Government National Schools Standards Task Force (1997-2001) and consulting for major international organizations including OECD, UNESCO, and the European Commission. As Project Director of the Centre for Commonwealth Education, he has significantly impacted educational policy in Ghana through collaboration with the University of Cape Coast. His contributions to education have been recognized with an OBE in 1997 and an honorary doctorate from the University of Edinburgh in 2009. MacBeath's scholarly impact is evidenced through his authorship of 20 books, including the notable "A Common Wealth of Learning" (2013) and "Learning in and out of School" (2012), cementing his position as a leading voice in global educational leadership.
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