Introduction to Supporting Children to Learn, e learning
Course summary
Code: Q000608T
Location: Online
Cost: Free if eligible
Starting: Thursday 30 January 2025
Duration: 3 sessions over 3 week(s)
Time: 09:30
By continuing you confirm that you are 19 or over on 31 August and have agreed to the the Terms and conditions
Description
This FREE taster course is designed to introduce you to how you can support children to learn. You may be looking to support children in your family with their homework or considering following a career path as a teaching assistant in schools. Through this course you will begin to explore the best ways to provide support and encourage them to learn.
What will I learn on this course?
1. Develop an understanding of and be able explain Behavioural Learning Theory
2. How maths is taught and be able to demonstrate some activities to support this
3. Explore how writing is promoted in schools
Is this course suitable for me?
This course is designed to give you an insight into where you may like to develop your studies further and gives you the opportunity to as the tutor any questions you may have regarding the progression courses.
Is there anything I need to know about the course?
You will need to attend with a pen and paper to use for note taking.
What could I go on to do after this course?
Level 1 Award in Caring for Children
Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
If you wish to explore your learning, work or career options, you can speak to a fully trained careers advisor on 0800 100 900. https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk
If you need further advice please telephone 01634 338400.
How are digital skills used and enhanced on this course
The tutor will speak to you about useful websites, apps and online resources which you may be asked to use for homework. Learners will also need good IT skills. If learners are interested in developing their IT skills further, we have a number of Digital Skills courses available that may help.
Attendance Policy
In order to get the most out of your course you will need to attend as many sessions as possible. We recommend at least 90%. If you do have a holiday booked during term time please let the tutor know in advance so that we can help you catch up on missed sessions and ensure that you still achieve the course outcomes. If you are unavoidably ill or unable to attend, please contact 01634 338400 so that we can let your tutor know, and so they can send you any work you may have missed
Health and Safety
We try to make sure your class is as safe as possible. If you are worried about anything, please talk to your tutor or our Safeguarding Officer.