Program Description
In this 42-hour teacher development program, internationally trained teaching professionals explore evidence-based theories and innovative strategies to motivate and challenge learners. Its content-focused interactive workshops, feedback on teaching, and community of practice support teachers in designing engaging learning experiences through reflection tasks, collaboration with peers, and coaching. Participants will complete self-directed modules, engage in online discussions, and participate in synchronous sessions that activate skill development in critical reflection, innovative digital tools, and the creation of impactful learning experiences for all.
ITEC is an experientially focused course that includes foundational, workshops focused on 21st-century pedagogy and technology.
Successful completion of ITEC provides participants with advanced standing to participate in Humber’s Teaching Effectiveness Certificate (TEC) by completing another 30 online hours of coursework (with additional tuition cost). This component will focus on inclusive curriculum design, advanced techniques, and individual coaching, and year-long mentoring by Humber faculty.
The TEC is accredited by the Society for Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (STLHE) and the Staff and Educational Development Association (SEDA) of the United Kingdom in Learning Teaching and Assessing.
Key Figures
42 hours of synchronous, asynchronous and interactive workshops
Evidence-based theories and innovative teaching strategies
Professional Accreditation with STLHE and SEDA
Year-long mentoring for participants who continue the 30 hours of TEC coursework
Online teaching modality available
In-person at Humber or your institution (intensive program) teaching modality available
Learning Themes and Modules
- Student-centered Teaching and Learning
- Lesson Design and Planning
- Effective Assessment
- Working in English and with English Language Learners
- Digital Learning Technologies
What You Will Learn
- Analyze techniques that support engaging and motivating learning experiences in a learner-centred classroom environment
- Evaluate teaching practices using a variety of adult learning (andragogical) theories
- Design learning outcomes and objectives that are aligned with learning experiences and assessments
- Demonstrate the use of a variety of innovative teaching technologies
- Examine ways to effectively meet the needs of English Language Learners in an English-medium learning environment