Teaching requires an understanding of both people and content. And everyone learns differently – which means understanding how people learn and how to motivate and encourage them is essential to developing good teaching practice. This course is ideal for anyone in the teaching profession – from those working in early childhood, schools and adult education to language instructors, special education teachers and principals.
Developing Teaching Skills is an online program that will give you insights into effective communication, the appropriate conditions for successful learning, and how to motivate students to improve their learning.
In this professional development course, you will study interpersonal communication, listening skills, stress and conflict management, and mediation and negotiation in an education setting.
You will also learn the theories and variables of motivation, how motivational factors can enhance learning, and how to apply motivational strategies in your teachings.
On completion of this course, you will have developed your teaching skills to empower active learning that will motivate change, inspire futures and transform lives.
Course Structure
Classroom Delivery Skills
Unit 1 – Interpersonal communication in education
- Basic principles of communication
- Verbal and non-verbal communication
- Factors affecting communication
- Self-awareness and communication
- Reactive patterns
- Intentions
- Teacher student ratios
- Factors affecting communication in a classroom
- Student diversity
- Student expectations
- Teacher’s needs and expectations
- Society and culture
- Communication and education approaches
- Teacher-centred and student-centred learning
- Verbal skills for classroom teaching
- Questioning skills
- Lecturing or giving a talk
- Elements of lecturing
Unit 2 – Listening skills
- Stages of listening
- Key elements of listening in a classroom
- Obstacles to listening
- Anxiety
- Hearing
- Lack of interest
- Bias
- Selective attention
- Negativity
- Listening skills
- Active listening
- Empathic listening
- Responding to received communications
Unit 3 – Understanding motivation
- What is motivation
- Variables of motivation
- Theories of motivation
- Maslow’s theory of motivation
- Motivations
- Primary motivator, Unlearned motivators
- Secondary or learned motivators
- Motivation and anxiety
- Motivation and distress
Unit 4 – Motivational factors
- Incentives
- Internal and external incentives
- Relational nature of incentives
- Enhancing intrinsic motivators
- Social reinforcers as incentives
- Influence of groups on individual motivation
- Social loafing
Unit 5 – Applying motivation to education
- Motivation and goals
- Expectations
- Vicious and virtuous cycles
- Practical applications
- Assessing a person’s current situation
- Dealing with emotions
- Identifying existing barriers to learning
- Establishing goals and priorities
- Locating and applying useful resources
Unit 6 – Stress management
- Flight or fight response
- Long term problems
- What happens when a person is stressed
- Stress management program
Unit 7 – Conflict management
- What is conflict
- Conflict handling techniques
- Anger
- Dealing with anger in others
- Modifying anger
- Role play and conflict management
Unit 8 – Mediation and negotiation
- What is negotiation?
- Establishment groups
- Community groups
- Joint problem solving approach
- Effective negotiating behaviour
- Mediation
- Mediator’s responsibilities
- Facilitation
- Attributes of a good facilitator
- Balance of power
- Power imbalance
- Group work and discussion
- Conflict training exercises
Study Hours
Estimated duration 50 hours
Course Delivery and Start
Start anytime, self-paced and 100% online
Assessment
Assessment will be comprised of written exercises, including short-answer questions, reflective tasks, short reports and/or projects. There are no examinations or due dates for assessment. As a result, you can complete training in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.
Course FAQs
Why Choose Australian Online Courses?
- Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
- Improve your employment opportunities;
- Study online, anywhere via our elearning system;
- High-quality professional development programs written by industry experts;
- All course materials provided online – no textbooks to buy;
- Unlimited tutor support via email;
- We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
- Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.
Are there any entry requirements or pre-requisites?
There are no entry requirements or pre-requisites for entry into this program.
How long will it take to complete this course?
The approximate study hours for this course is 50 hours. We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply).
Can I purchase optional printed materials?
While printed materials are not available for purchase, PDF copies are available for download and self-printing for this program.
When can I start this course?
You can start within 60 minutes during business hours when you enrol and pay in full with a credit card!
Credit card: Within 60 mins during business hours.
BPAY: Within 1-2 working days.
Internet Banking: Within 1-2 working days.
Cheque/Money Order: Upon receipt of mailed cheque.
Will I receive a certificate upon completion of this course?
Yes! You will receive a Certificate of Attainment upon successful completion of your assessment.
Do I need to attend classes or undertake any work placements?
No. All courses are delivered online via our e-learning system and there are no work placement requirements in this course.
What support can I expect from Australian Online Courses?
Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.
I am an international student. Can I enrol into this course?
Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.
Payment Options
Visa, Mastercard, BPAY and Direct Deposit
Career Pathways
Future growth
Strong
Unemployment
Low
Professional development for Teachers and Teacher Aids.
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