Brief Introduction
Develop your understanding of learning and teaching and build your confidence in supporting students in secondary school.Course Summary
Learn how to support learning in secondary schools with this online course from the University of Leeds, exploring the key functions of a teaching assistant.Key Learning Points
- Understand the key functions of a teaching assistant in a secondary school setting
- Explore ways to support learning in the classroom and beyond
- Learn how to build positive relationships with students and colleagues
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the role and responsibilities of a teaching assistant in a secondary school setting
- Develop strategies for supporting learning and engagement in the classroom
- Build positive relationships with students and colleagues
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- No prior experience or qualifications required
- Access to a computer and internet connection
Course Difficulty Level
BeginnerCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
Similar Courses
- Becoming a Teacher
- Preparing for Teaching
- Teaching for Success: Learning and Learners
Related Education Paths
- Certificate in Teaching Assistant Skills
- Certificate in Classroom Management
- Certificate in Supporting Special Needs Students
Notable People in This Field
- Doug Lemov
- Sir Ken Robinson
- Linda Darling-Hammond
Related Books
Requirements
- This course is ideal for teaching assistants in secondary schools. It will also be of interest to teachers returning to work, newly qualified teachers, unqualified staff, as well as providing a refresher for current teachers. Parents of children in schools may also find this course useful in helping them to support and encourage their children’s learning. This course focusses on teaching in secondary schools. If you work in a primary school, you may like to join .
Outline
- You and others Welcome to Week 1 Your point of view Bias in the classroom Types of teachers Review and reflect How people learn Welcome to Week 2 Doing things differently More way than one way Expectations and fulfilling them Review and reflect The environment for learning Welcome to Week 3 Teaching in reality Haydn scale Behaviour in the classroom Review and reflect Communication and language Welcome to Week 4 Communication Listening The right questions Review and reflect
Summary of User Reviews
Read reviews of Supporting Learning in Secondary School course on FutureLearn. Users have found the course informative and engaging. Many users appreciated the practical application of the course material. However, some users complained about the lack of variety in the course content and its slow pacing.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Practical application of the course materialPros from User Reviews
- Informative content
- Engaging course material
- Clear and concise instruction
- Good for teachers looking to improve their practice
- Modules are well-structured
Cons from User Reviews
- Limited variety in course content
- Slow pacing of the course
- Some users found the course material too basic
- No opportunity for interaction with other learners
- Some users thought the quizzes were too easy
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