Teaching Curriculum: Core Concepts & Best Practices
Comprehensive course on curriculum development and teaching methodologies. Learn key theories, planning strategies, and student-centered approaches.
Comprehensive course on curriculum development and teaching methodologies. Learn key theories, planning strategies, and student-centered approaches.
The Foundations of Teaching for Learning programme offers a comprehensive exploration of curriculum development and teaching methodologies. This course, designed for both new and experienced educators, delves into the fundamental relationship between teachers, learners, and curriculum. Through expert-led sessions, participants gain practical insights into curriculum formulation, student-centered teaching approaches, and effective lesson planning. The course emphasizes both theoretical foundations and practical applications, incorporating educational philosophies and modern teaching strategies. Participants will develop skills in curriculum interpretation, adaptation, and optimization while engaging with a global community of educators.
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What you'll learn
Understand the fundamental concepts of curriculum development and its relationship to teaching
Master techniques for adapting and contextualizing curriculum for diverse student needs
Develop skills in designing effective learning activities and lesson plans
Explore major educational philosophies and their impact on teaching practice
Learn to create student-centered learning environments
Gain practical strategies for optimizing curriculum outcomes
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This course includes:
240 Minutes PreRecorded video
5 quizzes, 1 assignment
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There are 6 modules in this course
The course provides a comprehensive exploration of curriculum development and teaching methodologies. Students learn about the fundamental relationship between teachers, learners, and curriculum, exploring mechanisms that underpin educational systems. The program covers curriculum formulation, student-centered teaching approaches, learning theories, and practical implementation strategies. Key topics include curriculum interpretation, designing learning activities, lesson planning, and educational philosophies from theorists like Jerome Bruner and Paulo Freire. The course emphasizes practical applications while grounding teaching practice in theoretical understanding.
Getting to know the curriculum
Module 1 · 1 Hours to complete
Curriculum development
Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete
Putting students first
Module 3 · 1 Hours to complete
Putting Curriculum to Work
Module 4 · 2 Hours to complete
Theories and Theorists
Module 5 · 1 Hours to complete
Optimizing Curriculum Outcomes
Module 6 · 1 Hours to complete
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Distinguished Scholar Dr. Suseela Malakolunthu Advances Global Educational Policy and Multicultural Learning
Dr. Suseela Malakolunthu has established herself as a prominent figure in international education through her extensive academic career and research contributions. As an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Malaya, she brings expertise developed through her Ph.D. in Curriculum, Teaching, and Educational Policy from Michigan State University. Her distinguished career includes significant research appointments, notably as a Fulbright Senior Fellow at Stanford University studying multicultural education and leadership (2005-2006), Research Fellow at the Hong Kong Institute of Education (2009-2012), and Fellow at Cambridge University's Center for Commonwealth Education (2012). Her scholarly impact is evidenced through numerous publications in refereed journals, books, and research reports, while her expertise has been recognized through multiple fellowships and awards. As an influential voice in international education development, she regularly delivers keynote addresses at international conferences, contributing significantly to the fields of educational policy, multicultural education, and leadership development.
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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