Course Overview
The Live Online International Teaching Diploma Course has been uniquely designed by ACT to provide a webinar-based platform of learning. While acquiring an in-depth knowledge in Pre and Primary Teaching with an emphasis on Early Childhood Care, Pre & Primary, Montessori, Nursery, and SEN education, candidates also have an opportunity to attend live classes. A combination of educational collaboration and interaction allows trainees to exchange and share knowledge, expertise, and experience.
This course motivates trainees to learn and adapt the latest methodologies and skills and helps in bringing creativity and innovation in their teaching. The Live Online International Teaching Diploma program is undoubtedly an ideal choice for those aspirants who want to have the classroom experience from the comfort of their homes.
Key Information
Specializations
ACT offers specialization courses alongside the Live Online International Teaching Diploma (ITD) program. Specialization in Montessori, Pre and Primary, Nursery Teachers Training, Classroom Management, Grammar & Phonology, and many more. These specialized courses benefit the aspirants to upgrade their teaching skills in a global platform enabling teachers to guide/handle students with varied capabilities.
Eligibility and Course Fee
- Both aspiring and experienced teachers can enroll in the course
- 10+2 is the minimum criteria for enrolment
- The Live-online ITD program is reasonably priced at 32,000 INR (inclusive of all taxes)
- Installment payment option is also available
Upcoming Dates for Live Online Class
| Date | Time | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekend Classes | 14th December - 5th April 2025 | 3 pm to 6 pm (IST) | 3 months |
| Weekday Classes | 14th January - 11th March 2025 | 3 pm to 6 pm (IST) | 1.5 - 2 months |
Curriculum
Principles of Teaching
- Principles of Education
- Educational Psychology and Theories of Learning
- Different Teaching Methods/Approaches for YL & AL
- Fostering Creativity in the early years
- Developing Critical Thinking Skills
- Teacher as facilitator- monitoring & motivation
Teaching Strategies
- Lesson planning and instructional strategies
- Assessment and evaluation in differentiated learning
- Classroom management for inclusive classrooms - SEN
- Resource and material Development
- Language learning VS acquisition
Digital Literacy: 21st century Classroom
- Introduction to Digital Literacy
- Evaluating Sources
- The Learner Centric Classroom
- Skill Sets for the 21st Century Learner
- Devices of Communication, Importance of M-Learning & Applications
- Assessing and Selecting the Right M-Learning Apps and LMS
- Virtual Learning Environments and Learning Tools (VOLT)
- Digital Literacy – Risks & Safety Measures
- Creating and Managing Your Personal Brand
- Instructional Classroom Strategies
Assessment & Evaluation
- MIntroduction to Assessment and Evaluation
- Types and Characteristics of Assessments
- Principles of Assessment
- Learning Cycles
- Assessment – From Application to Practice
- Mapping the Learning Process - Case Studies
- Designing 21st Century Assessment
- Objectives and Functions of Evaluation and Assessment
Early Childhood Care and Education
- Introduction to ECCE
- Stages of development
- Factors affecting early childhood
- Helping early childhood learners settle down in school
Montessori Teaching
- Maria Montessori – philosophy, methodology, psychology
- MEPL & Sensorial
- MLanguage and Math in Montessori school
- MArt and craft for young learners
Nursery Teaching
- Introduction to teaching young learners
- Importance of play and play way approach
- Child, health & nutrition
- Self-awareness
Primary & Secondary Teaching
- Project method
- Discovery learning
- Grammar & phonology
- Integrating technology in the classroom
Special Education Needs – SEN
- Identifying various types of learning challenges
- Identifying and supporting learners with special needs
- Managing behavior of special need children
ADHD, Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy
Primary STEM
- Germination in Plants
- Soil and Rock
- Activities for Pre-primary students
**Microteaching at the end of the course
Topics covered in Live Online ITD Program
Principles of early childhood education
- Understanding child and childhood
- Characteristics of young learner
- Child psychology
- Early childhood curriculum
- Programme Planning
Development of primary education
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Principles of educations
- Behaviorism
- Constructivism
- Conditioning
- Insight
- Cognitivism
- Connectionism
- Field theory
- Dr. Maria Montessori – principles of Montessori Method
- Frederich Frobel – Kindergarten method
- Frederich Frobel – Kindergarten method
- Exercises of practical life – EPL
- Sensorial activities
- Language development through storytelling
- Health, Nutrition and Safety
- Activities for Young Learner
- Types of learners and related activities based on theories of early childhood education
- Preparing worksheets as a learning tool
- Importance and types of play
- Development of Number concepts – numeracy
- Development of language and literacy
- Development of five senses and environment
- Monitoring and assessment of learning process
- Strategies for differentiated learning
- Classroom and disaster management
- Lesson planning and instructional strategies
- Resource management for developing teaching aids
- Teacher or Facilitator: Reflective practice
- Child, parent and school
- Understanding Learning Disabilities
- Identifying Students with LDs
- Learning the Right Teaching Strategies
- Helping Students with Reading Comprehension Problems
- Helping Students with Math Reasoning and Calculation Problems
- Understanding Students with ADHD
- ADHD and Activity Level
- The Emotional Impact of ADHD
- Classroom Beliefs and Rules
- Understand the Common Characteristics of HFA/AS
- Down Syndrome
Educational Psychology – Theories of learning
Pedagogical approaches
Project based learning and related craft ideas
Contemporary Classrooms
Thematic Learning
Digital Learning
Primary STEM
Primary STEM
Admission and Support Services
- ACT's admission process is quite easy and compliant
- You can opt for any online payment method
- Application form can be submitted online
- ACT's admission department will contact the candidates via mail or over the phone
- Any form of payment method can be opted (by using debit/credit card or by depositing cash, cheque, or demand draft in ACT's bank account)
- Courses are always accompanied by experienced and accomplished tutors
- After the completion of the course, the teaching practice session is compulsory
Job Prospects
International Teaching Diploma course by Asian College of Teachers acquaints the aspirants with essential skills to teach kids globally. The successful completion of the ITD course which includes specializations in pre and primary, Montessori, and nursery teacher training, paves the way for ample job opportunities to work as a teacher in any corner of the world. The course also appeals to those willing to step into the field of Montessori and Nursery Education as an entrepreneur or to get involved in the pre and primary education sector. Also, the Cambridge Certificate will provide the candidates with all the correct career prospects and opportunities in the global educational sector whereby they can also work as Curriculum Developer, Course Coordinators, and Consultants in relation to schools and other educational bodies.
Certification & Accreditation
- The candidates will receive a globally recognized certificate from Asian College of Teachers.
- ITD Program is accredited by World Certification institute (WCI)
- All ACT courses are accredited by International Association for Quality Assurance in Higher Education (QAHE)
- ACT is a member of CPD Certification Service
- ACT is an organizational member of Childhood Education International(CEI)
- All ACT courses are endorsed by NCC Education UK, an awarding organization and a global provider of British education.
