What you'll learn
- Introduction to School Quality
- Effective School Leadership
- Professional Development for Staff
- Designing an Inclusive Curriculum
Requirements
- A priority and an initiative towards learning and teaching.
Description
Course Description:
Discover the key dimensions that define a school's quality and learn practical strategies to enhance educational excellence. This course is designed for educators, administrators, and policymakers committed to improving the overall quality of education in their institutions. Dive deep into various aspects of school quality, from leadership and curriculum to student outcomes and community involvement.
What You Will Learn:
Understand the critical dimensions of school quality.
Assess and improve leadership and management practices.
Develop a robust and inclusive curriculum.
Enhance teaching and learning methods for better student outcomes.
Foster a positive school climate and culture.
Engage parents and the community effectively.
Implement effective assessment and evaluation strategies.
Course Requirements:
No prior knowledge is required.
A passion for improving educational quality.
A basic understanding of educational practices is helpful but not necessary.
Course Structure:
Introduction to School Quality
Welcome and Course Overview
Importance of School Quality
Overview of Quality Dimensions
Leadership and Management
Effective School Leadership
Strategic Planning and Management
Professional Development for Staff
Curriculum and Instruction
Designing an Inclusive Curriculum
Innovative Teaching Methods
Integrating Technology in Education
Student Outcomes and Assessment
Measuring Student Success
Formative and Summative Assessments
Data-Driven Decision Making
School Climate and Culture
Creating a Positive School Environment
Promoting Equity and Inclusion
Addressing Bullying and Behavioral Issues
Community and Parental Involvement
Engaging Parents in the Educational Process
Building Community Partnerships
Effective Communication Strategies
Continuous Improvement
Implementing Continuous Improvement Plans
Evaluating School Programs and Policies
Sustaining School Improvement Efforts
Case Studies and Best Practices
Case Study: Successful School Transformation
Best Practices from High-Performing Schools
Lessons Learned and Future Trends
Course Conclusion
Recap of Key Concepts
Action Plan for Your School
Additional Resources and Next Steps
Bonus Material:
Downloadable resources and templates.
Interactive quizzes and assignments.
Access to a community forum for peer discussions.
Certificate of Completion.
Who this course is for:
- Educators and Parents
Instructor
Dr. Dheeraj Mehrotra, Regional Head of Adani GEMS Education in India, is a distinguished educational leader and innovator with over three decades of experience transforming education through excellence and innovation. A recipient of the President of India’s National Teacher Award (2006), he is a certified expert in Six Sigma (White and Yellow Belt), Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), and Total Quality Management (TQM). His specialisation encompasses academic audits, school quality assurance and accreditation (SQAA), and implementing Kaizen and 5S in schools. As an accomplished author, Dr. Mehrotra has published over 200 books on various subjects, including computer science, artificial intelligence, digital body language, quality circles, and school management. His contributions also include the development of more than 150 free educational mobile apps for teachers, students, and parents, a feat recognised by the Limca Book of Records and the India Book of Records. Dr. Mehrotra has served as Principal at prestigious institutions such as De Indian Public School in New Delhi, NPS International School in Guwahati, and Kunwar’s Global School in Lucknow. He has also held the position of Education Officer at GEMS in Gurgaon, making significant contributions to the global education community. As a premier UDEMY instructor, Dr. Mehrotra has created over 500 courses that have impacted more than 800,000 learners across 180 countries. Additionally, as the founder and president of the IoT Society of India, he advocates for technology integration in education worldwide.