Methodology and Language Development

Course Overview
This course combines the latest in best practice in general pedagogy with the utilisation of practical online tools for education. It will give participants both a refresher in the areas of lesson planning, classroom management, and content knowledge, as well as introducing some innovations in practice which can be integrated the current context.

Course Aims
The primary aim of this course is to not only give the participants support in the process of reflecting on their own teaching, but to provide clear, practical advice which is relevant to their context. At the end of the course, the participants will have had the opportunity to have put into practice some of the tools and methods covered in the course both from the perspective of the teacher and the student.

Who is this course suitable for?
This course is designed for teachers who are looking to upskill in a number of areas. Teachers who are looking for a revision of best practice, or who are looking for some new ideas in traditional settings will gain from this course, as will teachers who are looking at learning more about the use of technology both in and outside the classroom.

What is in this course?
This course blends synchronous and asynchronous tasks to ensure that the timetable is best utilised. There is a recognition of the limitations and opportunities provided by the online space and this course endeavours to ensure that each participant has a fruitful experience.

Schedule
Leeds and Edinburgh

Summer:
One-week course dates
05 July - 09 July
19 July - 23 July

Two-week course dates
05 July - 16 July

19 July - 30 July

Dublin

April 11th to April 22nd

May 9th to May 20th

July 11th to July 22nd

Aug 2nd to Aug 12th 

Sept 5th to Sept 15th

Sept 26th to Oct 7th