Teaching Assistants Courses

Teaching Practical Science: Physics

Participate in CPD to enhance your physics lessons with effective practical work for 14-16 year olds.

• FutureLearn
• 3 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Collaborative Teaching and Learning

Explore strategies for designing, implementing, and assessing collaborative learning environments, while enhancing teacher collaboration to foster student engagement and skill development.

• Independent
• 7 weeks, 4-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The British Film Institute

Short Film in Language Teaching

Find out how teaching with short film can bring alive the learning of languages and introduce rich cultural content to lessons.

• FutureLearn
• 3 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Friday Institute;  North Carolina State College of Education

Teaching the Beauty and Joy of Computing Curriculum

Comprehensive professional development for educators teaching the Beauty and Joy of Computing curriculum, featuring student videos, programming insights, and effective teaching practices for AP Computer Science Principles.

• MOOC-ED
• 25 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

School Education Gateway - Teacher Academy

Surviving Your First Years of Teaching

Guidance for new teachers on overcoming "practice shock," integrating into school communities, developing confidence, managing time, and creating positive classroom atmospheres.

• Independent
• 4-5 weeks, 2-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Teaching with Space and Astronomy in your Classroom

The course therefore aims to introduce you to the concept of inquiry-based science education and the effective use of ICT tools in the science classroom.

• Independent
• 6 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Progressing Technology-Enhanced Teaching - MENTEP

Enhance your technology-enhanced teaching skills through self-assessment, peer review, and competency development using the TET-SAT tool.

• Independent
• 4-5 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Friday Institute;  North Carolina State University

Teaching the Computer Science Discoveries Course

Explore introductory computer science for grades 6-10, covering programming, web development, and physical computing. Learn to inspire students through hands-on projects and foster a diverse, equitable classroom environment.

• MOOC-ED
• 20 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Teaching Piano Skills

Gain insights into teaching piano scales, chords, and arpeggios effectively. Learn best practices for developing finger independence, fluent chord reading, and advanced techniques.

• Kadenze
• 3 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Inclusive Teaching at the Piano

Learn strategies for inclusive piano teaching, covering tone, language, reading, and non-verbal communication for students with special needs, including those with visual impairments.

• Kadenze
• 2 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Teaching Jazz at the Piano

Practical pedagogy for piano teachers on jazz elements: articulation, chord symbols, listening, comping, and improvisation. Includes video and written materials for self-guided learning.

• Kadenze
• 3 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The Networked Teacher – Teaching in the 21st Century

Develop pedagogical digital competence, explore collaborative teaching approaches, and build a professional network with fellow educators across Europe in this practical, four-week program.

• Independent
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Teaching ICT with Inquiry

Equip yourself with skills to teach STEM and ICT using inquiry-based pedagogy. Learn to create engaging activities, use programming tools, and develop computational thinking for problem-solving in your classroom.

• Independent
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Learn the fundamentals of teaching with Moodle, including interactive content and quizzes. Earn a badge upon completion and have the option to purchase a certificate.

• Independent
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

University College London;  Yad Vashem - The World Holocaust Remembrance Center

Teaching the Holocaust: Innovative Approaches to the Challenges We Face

Explore history, delve into pedagogical challenges revealed by research, and find practical solutions for teaching the Holocaust.

• FutureLearn
• 3 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)