Fundamentals of Instruction
Core Best Practices That Support Effective Teaching
Course Description
Effective teaching begins with understanding the role of instruction in the learning process. Fundamentals of Instruction is an online professional development course that helps educators distinguish between instructional and non-instructional duties while exploring best practice instructional methods. This course focuses on learner-centered teaching strategies that support engagement, deepen understanding, and guide effective instruction in real learning environments.
Course Curriculum
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Learning Goals
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WebBook: Fundamentals of Instruction
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Study Slides: Non-Instructional vs. Instructional Duties
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Check What You Know
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Study Slides: Instructional Methods
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Check What You Know
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Mindful Teaching Tool Box
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Assessment
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Feedback
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About This Course
- 2 Hours
- 2 Years of Access
- Online, self-paced
Learning Objectives
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Identify the difference between an instructor’s non-instructional duties and instructional duties
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Compare best practice instructional methods used to support effective learning
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Text length of individual points can be shorter or longer depending on your needs
Instructional Methods
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Bundle: Validating and Reinforcing Learning (2 CE Hours)
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Instructional Methods Certification
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