Bringing Research into the Classroom: Enhancing Student Learning with the Research-based Approach
This course is designed to empower educators with effective strategies grounded in research to elevate students' learning experience. Explore evidence-based practices, pedagogical innovations, and practical methodologies to enhance teaching skills and foster a dynamic and engaging academic environment for students to be more engaged and motivated.
Description
This training is for teaching staff and school leaders seeking in-depth knowledge of educational planning and evaluation systems.
It covers quantitative and qualitative research approaches to equip participants with essential tools and methodologies.
The program focuses on practical know-how, competency-based didactic planning, and
evaluation skills, addressing various aspects of school planning.
Key topics include an introduction to the school evaluation system, practical examples, and methodologies for teaching planning.
Competency development and research methods, including observation and case studies, are explored to enhance school planning and evaluation. The training also covers creating tools, strategies, and quality indicators for effective assessment.
It aims to comprehensively understand planning and evaluation systems, integrating theory with practical skills for real-world educational applications.
Learning objectives
1.Research-Based Learning Strategies
Define research questions, plan activities, and select methods and tools.
Conduct investigations, analyze data, and effectively report findings.
- 2. Inquiry-Guided Learning
- Implement the four levels of inquiry: confirmation, structured, guided, and open.
- Enhance the inquiry process with "what-if" strategies.
- 3. Integration of Design Thinking
- Use design thinking to enhance creativity, problem-solving, and innovation in student projects.
- Connect design thinking principles with research steps for a holistic approach.
- 4. Student-Centered Discovery and Reasoning
- Promote exploration, learning by doing, and evaluation through student-centered activities.
- Foster critical thinking and reasoning by guiding analysis and connections.
- 5. Research Project Guidance and Assessment
- Support students in preparing research projects across disciplines with practical examples.
- Effectively assess learning outcomes using research-based methodologies.
Methodology & assessment
Before the mobility, the participant will fill out an online questionnaire prepared by the
hosting organisation to define the training needs.
During the training, the participant will be monitored through peer reviews, simulation,
completed tasks and projects, and consultations with the mentor/teaching staff at the
hosting organisation.
Evaluation Format:
It includes knowledge assessments during the training through quizzes, practical exercises, collaborative projects, active in-class participation and peer feedback sessions. The evaluation format measures participants' readiness to integrate research-based teaching methodologies effectively into diverse classroom settings.
Final Assessment
The participants are expected to design and plan a research project for students, and a multiple-choice test on the topics addressed is administered.
Materials, digital tools & other learning resources
This course equips educators with various materials to integrate evidence-based strategies into teaching, including guides, case studies, and practical examples. Participants will explore pedagogical innovations and research-driven methodologies that enhance teaching skills and foster a dynamic academic environment. All resources are designed to be accessible and actionable, empowering educators to create engaging and motivating learning experiences that elevate students' performance.
Certification details
The Hosting Organisation implements the recognition procedure for the training contents delivered and achieved. Successfully overcame the evaluation procedure before, during, and at the end of the training, the participants will receive an attendance certificate including detailed information about the course, e.g. title, program, and schedule by the hosting provider. Besides, a Europass Mobility Certificate is added on request of the sending organisation.
Pricing, packages and other information
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Price:400Euro
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Course package content:
The course package includes:
1. Training materials and administrative tasks,
2. Coffee breaks,
3. Special social events (e.g., guided tours).
5. Assurance,
6. Certification.
Online meetings can be organized on request to prepare the learning agreement and to fix the training planning.
Please note that the package does not include additional costs such as accommodation, meals, or travel expenses.
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Additional information:Description of the services and activities included in the course package (such as accommodation, meals, transport) or available at extra cost.
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Cancellation & changes:
Participants may request changes to their enrolment, such as switching to a different session, up to 10 days before the course start date, subject to availability. Cancellations made at least 14 days before the course start date will be eligible for a full refund. Cancellations made within 14 days but not less than 48 hours before the start date will receive a 50% refund. Cancellations made less than 48 hours before the course start date will not be eligible for a refund.
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Additional information:The options and conditions for change and cancellation, and the policy in case of unforeseen circumstances (force majeure).
Additional information
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Language:English
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Target audience ISCED:Primary education (ISCED 1)Lower secondary education (ISCED 2)Upper secondary education (ISCED 3)
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Target audience type:TeacherStudent TeacherHead Teacher / Principal
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Learning time:20-25 hours
Upcoming sessions
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