
This video lecture explains how the course works, gives a clear view of the course structure and gets you thinking about your aims and objectives for the course.
This lecture will introduce you to the three key questions you should ask yourself when you start to plan a lesson.
This video lecture will introduce the traditional structure of a lesson. By the end of the video you should know the functions of a starter, a main and a plenary.
In this video lecture Sam and Andy discuss some frequently asked questions about lesson planning. Hopefully it will answer some questions you may have at this point.
This video lecture includes a series of interviews with volunteers who have completed this course, sharing their experiences, the lessons they've learnt and the challenges they have faced on the ground.
In this video lecture you will learn how to engage pupils by make lesson content relevant to them, and why this is crucial to being an effective teacher.
In this video lecture you will learn about the difference ways that pupils learn, the meaning of VAK, and how to use it in the classroom.
In this video lecture you will learn about the different types of motivation, and how they affect the pupils' learning.
In this video lecture Andy and Sam answer key questions about engagement, contextualisation and Motivation.
This video lecture returns to interviews with volunteers who share more of their experiences of using the methods discussed in this section and discuss what worked well and what challenges were faced.
In this video lecture you will look at what is meant by 'good behaviour' and how behaviour relates to learning.
In this video lecture you will look at key techniques to prevent bad behaviour before it starts.
This video lecture will help you to understand how and when to sanction disruptive behaviour in the classroom.
In this video lecture Andy and Sam answer key questions about behaviour.
This video lecture returns to interviews with volunteers who share more of their experiences of using the methods discussed in this section and talk about the methods they used to manage behaviour.
In this video lecture you will learn the difference between open and closed questions, and when each should be used.
In this video lecture you will learn a number of questioning techniques to ensure you use questioning as effectively as possible in the classroom.
In this video lecture you will learn about how to get the best out of pupils with your questioning.
In this video video lecture Sam and Andy talk through some of the common questions on the topic of questioning within teaching.
This video includes a series of interviews with volunteers who have completed this course, sharing their
experiences, the lessons they've learnt and the challenges they have faced on the ground.
In this video lecture you will look at how pupils are affected when the content of a lesson is pitched too high for them, and they don't understand.
In this video lecture you will look at the theory behind differentiation to understand how learning happens, and why it's crucial to differentiate the support you offer pupils to ensure they are moving forward with their learning.
In this lecture you will learn 3 techniques to help you embed differentiation in your lessons, and cater to the needs of every pupil.
In this video lecture, Andy and Sam answer key question about differentiation for struggling learners.
This video lecture includes interviews with volunteers who have completed this course, sharing their
experiences of using differentiation to support stuggling learners.
In this video lecture you will learn how to effectively use extension tasks to sufficiently challenge the most able pupils.
In this video lecture you will learn how to use success criteria to ensure every pupil gets the most out the lesson.
In this video lecture Andy and Sam talk through some frequently asked questions about differentiation for fast learners.
This video lecture will return to speaking to volunteers who have completed the course to find out from them how they used extension tasks and higher order thinking in their lessons.
This video lecture you will learn about the advantages and disadvantages of group work.
This video lecture you will learn about different methods of grouping pupils, and how to use group roles effectively.
In this video lecture Andy and Sam share some common questions asked by volunteers about how to use group work in the classroom.
This video lecture will return to speaking to volunteers who have completed the course to find out from them how they used group work in their lessons.
This video lecture introduces and explains 5 of the best ways to check that your pupils are learning.
In this video lecture Andy and Sam respond to a number of frequently asked questions about AFL.
This video lecture will include interviews with volunteers who have completed the course to find out from them how they used assessment for learning in their lessons.
In this video lecture you will learn about different types of feedback and how to ensure it is of real value to your pupils.
In this video lecture you will learn several practical marking methods to ensure you are offering maximum benefit to pupils and being time efficient.
In this video lecture Andy and Sam talk through a few frequently asked questions about marking and feedback.
In this video lecture we return to the volunteers to hear about their experiences trying out different ways of marking and feedback.
Are you interested in volunteer teaching abroad? Have you been accepted onto a volunteer teaching programme and keen to complete some teacher training before you go?
The LRTT online course has been designed specifically to introduce you to the key principles of teaching in a limited resource environment and to prepare you for your volunteer teaching placement.
We're passionate about making sure those who travel abroad to teach have a positive impact. This course has been put together by a team of over 10 qualified teachers who have a range of International experience who are all dedicated to making sure volunteers don't just address the global issue of teacher shortage, but also improve quality, too.
This course is without doubt one of the most useful things you could do if you're off to teach abroad. We hope you find the content useful and wish you luck on your project.