Basic Instructional Methods

By Prof. (Mrs.) SUSAN S. MATHEW | National Institute Of Technical Teachers’ Training And Research, Bhopal, M.P., India

Learners enrolled: 16075

This course on Basic Instructional Methods will prepare the participants (means teachers or potential teachers) to understand the issues related to general principles, pedagogy and management strategies used for instruction to facilitate learning. Instruction involves the activities performed by the teacher externally to promote internal process of learning for achieving the intended learning outcomes. For any given learning outcome, teachers may choose among a wide range of instructional methods, and effective teachers look for an appropriate match between the content to be taught and strategies for teaching that content. The selection of effective instructional method(s) depends on many factors, such as learning outcomes, group size, its level, and time available, etc. This course is intended to provide an exposure to various instructional methods through video lectures, , text content, discussion forum, assignments, and self-assessment tools. Summative assessment will make the participant earn the credit and course completion certificate.

Summary

Course Status :	Ongoing
Course Type :	Elective
Language for course content :	English
Duration :	4 weeks
Category :	Teacher Education
Credit Points :	2
Level :	Undergraduate/Postgraduate
Start Date :	20 Jan 2025
End Date :	15 May 2025
Enrollment Ends :	28 Feb 2025
Exam Date :	17 May 2025 IST
Translation Languages :	English
NCrF Level	4.5

Note: This exam date is subject to change based on seat availability. You can check final exam date on your hall ticket.

Contact NC Support

Email id | swayam@nitttrc.edu.in, swayam@nitttrc.ac.in

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Course layout

Module 1: Overview of Learning and Instruction

An overview of Learning, Instruction and Instructional Methods, Need for a Variety of Instructional Methods, Basic Teaching Model, Principles and Process of Learning and Instruction, Classification of Instructional Methods and Strategies

Module 2: Teacher-Centred Methods

Introduction to Teacher- Centred Methods- Lecture Method, Demonstration Method, Question-answer technique, Improved Lecture Method

Module-3: Instructional Methods for developing Practical Outcomes

Introduction to Methods for developing Practical Outcomes, Laboratory Work, Workshop Method, Industry/Field Visit, Project Work

Module-4: Student Centred Interactive methods

Introduction to Student Centred Interactive methods, Tutorial Method, SeminarMethod, Assignment Method

Module-5: Selecting Instructional Methods using Logical Approach

Selection of Instructional Strategy and Methods, Instructional Session Plan

Books and references

Earnest Joshua, Mathew Susan S. et al., Modules for Induction Training Programme for Engineering College Teachers, NITTTR Bhopal, 2009
E-book on “Effective Teaching Strategies”, AEJMC Teaching Committee
Banthiya, N. K. REC Module 2 'Devise Teaching Strategies and Select Teaching Methods'. Bhopal, India: TTTI, Bhopal (1999).
Hesket, R. P., Farrell, S., & Slater, C. S. 'An Inductive Approach to Teaching Courses in Engineering, Proceedings of the 2003 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition (2003).
Joyce, Bruce R., Weil, Marsha, and Calhoun, Emily; Models of Teaching, Pearson. (retrieved on 30 09 2020).
https://www.scribd.com/document/ 51165265/Families-Of-Models-of-Teaching ((retrieved on 30 09 2020).
http://www.celt.iastate.edu/teaching(retrieved on 30 09 2020)

Instructor bio

Prof. (Mrs.) SUSAN S. MATHEW

National Institute Of Technical Teachers’ Training And Research, Bhopal, M.P., India

THE COORDINATOR

Prof. (Mrs.) Susan S. Mathew is currently working as Associate Professor, Deptt. of Electrical and Electronics Engineering Education in NITTTR, Bhopal. She is having 39 years of experience in training technical teachers using variety of teaching methods in the areas like curriculum design, laboratory management, development of instructional material for polytechnics, engineering colleges as well as industries. She is also presently the Associate Dean (Academics and Research), NITTTR Bhopal.

THE CO - COORDINATOR's

Dr. K. K. Jain is currently working as Professor, Deptt. of Mechanical Engg. Education at NITTTR Bhopal. He is having 37 years of experience in teacher training using variety of teaching methods in the areas like mechanical engineering, curriculum design & development, training and human resource development, programme planning, implementation and evaluation.

Dr. A. S. Walkey is currently working as Professor and Head, Deptt. of Electrical & Electronics Engg. Education at NITTTR Bhopal. He is having 27 years of experience in training technical teachers using variety of teaching methods in the areas like power systems, curriculum design and development, instructional design & development, development of laboratory manuals, assessment systems, electrical and electronic equipment maintenance. He is also presently the Dean (Estate and Infrastructure Management), NITTTR Bhopal.

Course certificate

"The SWAYAM Course Enrolment and learning is free. However, to obtain a certificate, the learner must register and take the proctored exam in person at one of the designated exam centres. The registration URL will be announced by NTA once the registration form becomes available. To receive the certification, you need to complete the online registration form and pay the examination fee. Additional details, including any updates, will be provided upon the publication of the exam registration form. For more information about the exam locations and the terms associated with completing the form, please refer to the form itself."

Grading Policy:

- Internal Assignment Score: This accounts for 30% of the final grade and is calculated based on the average of the best three assignments out of all the assignments given in the course.

- Final Proctored Exam Score: This makes up 70% of the final grade and is derived from the proctored exam score out of 100.

- Final Score: The final score is the sum of the average assignment score and the exam score.

Eligibility for Certification:

- To qualify for a certificate, you must achieve an average assignment score of at least 10 out of 30, and an exam score of at least 30 out of 70. If one of the 2 criteria is not met, you will not get the certificate even if the Final score >=40/100.

Certificate Details:

- The certificate will include your name, photograph, roll number, and the percentage score from the final exam. It will also feature the logos of the Ministry of Education, SWAYAM, and NITTTR.

- Certificate Format: Only electronic certificates (e-certificates) will be issued; hard copies will not be dispatched.

Once again, thanks for your interest in our online courses and certification. Happy Learning.

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