About This PD Course

In this 4-hour course that blends learning in context, you will have the opportunity to build best teaching practices so that you can thrive as a teacher in your international school setting.

Course curriculum

    1. Getting Started

    2. Finding Your Way

    3. What to Expect

    4. Assessing Learning

    5. Extend & Contextualize

    6. Let's Go!

    1. Meet Your Instructor

    2. Course Goals

    3. Guiding Questions

    4. Course Flow

    5. Course Timings: Planning Your Time

    6. Tool to Process, Reflect and Apply: Learning Log

    1. Class Meetings - Let's Begin!

    2. More on Class Meetings

    3. Wrapping up Class Meetings

    4. Resources for: Class Meetings

    5. Process, Reflect and Apply: Learning Log

    6. Online Interaction

    1. Compass Points Thinking Routine

    1. Introduction: Elements of an Effective Lesson Plan

    2. Unit Plan Backward Design

    3. Let's Look at a Unit Plan Template

    4. Lesson Plan Template

    5. Parts of an Effective Lesson

    6. Resources for: Elements of an Effective Lesson Plan

    7. Process, Reflect and Apply: Learning Log

    1. Introduction: Exploring Inquiry

    2. Input about Inquiry-based Learning: Take Action Playlist

    3. Process, Reflect and Apply: Learning Log

Best Teaching Practices in International Schools

  • 52 lessons
  • Free for ManageBac schools
  • Asynchronous course
  • Receive a certificate of completion

Learning Objectives

What will you be able to do upon course completion?

  • Discover research based strategies to apply in a variety of contexts to positively impact student learning and wellbeing.

  • Apply and practice techniques for impactful teaching, such as planning a well-structured unit and lesson, differentiating for English Language Learners, developing effective questioning strategies to promote inquiry learning, and using routines to make student thinking visible.

  • Understand how to cultivate an inclusive community of learners.

Audience

Who is this course for?

  • Early Career Teachers

    Newly qualified teachers and early career teachers working in international schools.

  • Experienced Educators, Mentors and Coaches

    Experienced educators, as life-long learners, who want a refresher course to continue to make shifts in their practice.

FAQs

  • Is this course free?

    Yes. This course is free for ManageBac schools. Please reach out to [email protected] if you would like to register your school staff in bulk.

  • Do I get a certificate by completing this course?

    Yes. Certification is awarded by ManageBac upon completion of the course.

  • What do I need to do to receive a certificate?

    You will receive a certification of completion after completing all modules, learning activities in practice, and checking for understanding final assessment.

  • Is there a specific schedule or timeline for completing the course, or can I learn at my own pace?

    You can complete the course asynchronously, at your own time and pace within 3 months time. After 3 months upon enrollment, access to the course will expire.

  • How can I reach out for technical support if I encounter issues with the online platform or course materials?

    You can reach out to the community team via the discussions spaces or you may email us at [email protected].

Got Questions?

Contact our Community Team at [email protected]