International Post Graduate Teaching Diploma- Chennai

• Minimum Entry Requirement: 10+2
• Open to both aspiring and experienced teachers

The minimum eligibility for enrolling in the International Post Graduate Teaching Diploma (IPGTD) is 10+2. The course is open to both aspiring and experienced teachers who wish to develop or enhance their competencies in Pre and Primary, Montessori, and Nursery education. It is especially suited for educators aiming to teach children between the ages of 2 and 12, including those with Special Education Needs (SEN). Candidates should be creative, adaptable, and committed to child-centered teaching, with the ability to design engaging, learner-oriented activities that promote holistic development. This program provides all the relevant skills and modern teaching techniques needed to succeed in today’s diverse and global classrooms.

In-class

• Day 1 - Characteristics of Young Learners; Educational Psychology; Theories of Learning
• Day 2 - Approaches to ECCE, Fostering Creativity
• Day 3 - Warmers / Context Setting / Language Development through Basic Lesson
• Day 4 – Bloom’s Taxonomy, Multiple Intelligences, Board Management, Classroom Management
• Day 5 - Story Telling Trainer Demo, Numeracy & Numeracy Lesson Plan demo by Trainer
• Day 6 - SEN / SEN Lesson Plan Briefing
• Day 7 – Phonics/Music & Learning
• Day 8 – SEN (Lesson Presentation by Students)
• Day 9 – STEM & Instructional Strategies
• Day 10 – Storytelling (Presentation by Students)
• Day 11 - VOLT (21st Century Contemporary Classroom /Facilitating Learning)
• Day 12 – Numeracy Lesson Students Presentation / Update Creative & Material Folder
• Day 13 – Montessori Method / Presentation by Trainer on Cross Curricular LP (Innovative LP)
• Day 14 – Assessment & Evaluation, Action Research/Reflective Practitioner
• Day 15 – Presentation of Montessori Apparatus by students (individually)
• Day 16 – Project-Based Learning / Activity based on PBL
• Day 17 - Cross-curricular Lesson Presentation by students (Innovative Lesson Plan) / Closure Teaching Practice

Self-paced

Module 1: Child Psychology

• Freud’s Psychosexual Child Development Theory
• Erikson’s Psychosocial Development Theory
• Piaget’s Cognitive Development Theory
• Applying Vygotsky’s Theory in the Classroom
• Behavioural Theories – Case Study
• Social Learning Theory – Case Study

Module 2: Primary Teaching Methods

Primary Teaching and Learning

• Project Method
• Discovery Learning
• Grammar & Phonology
• Integrating Technology in the Classroom

Primary STEM

• Air, Water, & Weather
• Food and Health
• Germination in Plants
• Leaves
• Light
• Living and Non-living Things
• Soil and Rock
• Sound
• States of Matter
• Activities for Pre-primary students

Module 3: Secondary Teaching Methods

• Challenges of Today's Secondary Schools
• Classroom Environment
• Curriculum & Instructional Planning (Lesson Plans)
• Assessment – Formative, Summative, Traditional, Alternative
• Learning alone and in groups - Multiple Intelligences, Learning Styles, Diverse Abilities in the Classroom
• Intervention Strategies for Classroom Management
• Communicating with Students
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Professional Development of Teachers
• Case Studies

Module 4: Assessment & Evaluation

• Introduction to Assessment and Evaluation
• Types and Characteristics of Assessments
• Principles of Assessment
• Learning Cycles
• Assessment – From Application to Practice
• Mapping the Learning Process - Case Studies
• Designing 21st Century Assessment
• Objectives and Functions of Evaluation and Assessment

2 Doubt-Clearing Sessions with Trainers/Tutors

Chennai – Chennai is located in the north east of Tamil Nadu. Apart from being a major district, this metropolis also serves as the gateway to South India. General information about Chennai reveals that of late, the city of Chennai has developed as one of the cosmopolitan cities in India that plays an important part in the cultural, intellectual and historical growth of India. Chennai, besides acting as the cultural and educational hub of South India, has also been the cradle of several historic movements. Chennai is also well-known for fine arts, music and dance forms and not to forget its delectable cuisine. Enrol in ACT’s International Post Graduate Teaching Diploma in Chennai to learn the 21st century modern pre and primary teaching methodologies while experiencing the charming city.

• Candidates receive globally recognised certification by Asian College of Teachers (ACT)
• Candidates taking Cambridge TKT Exam will get a prestigious Certificate from Cambridge

The candidates will be awarded a globally recognized certificate from Asian College of Teachers (ACT), helping them in developing a truly global career. Candidates appearing for the Cambridge TKT Exam and successfully completing it will receive a prestigious internationally reputed Cambridge Teaching Knowledge Certificate.

International Post Graduate Teaching Diploma program aims at those planning a career in teaching especially in Montessori, Nursery, Pre and Primary arena and leave a positive impact on the academic future of young children and learners with various learning abilities. The course aims to provide a comprehensive training on all the principles and approaches of training for teachers who are eager to “touch lives” of young learners aged from 2-12 years.

• Easy admission process
• Application can be submitted online
• Option to opt for any online payment scheme
• Course fee can be paid by using UPI online money transfer, debit/credit card or by depositing Cash, Cheque or Demand Draft In ourBank Account

Interested candidates willing to enrol have to fill up an Online Application Form with all the relevant details and must provide correct email id and phone number as details for contact. Once the application form is submitted, the candidates will receive the course details via email and phone call from ACT’s Admission Executives. The course fee payment details will be mailed to the candidates once they confirm their enrolment. The course fee can be paid through online payment using UPI online money transfer, Debit / Credit Card or by depositing Cash, Cheque or Demand Draft to our Bank Account. After the payment is credited the candidates will receive a payment confirmation with Online Admission Form. They need to fill up the same and submit it in order to get enrolled in the course.

International Post Graduate Teaching Diploma involves the latest teaching techniques prevalent in today’s global classrooms and offers specializations in Pre and Primary, Montessori and Nursery Teachers Training, Early Childhood Care and Special Education Needs training. The training program has been designed meticulously to produce efficacious educators who will be able to understand the learning needs of the next generation students aged 2-12 years, facilitating their growth and development in a fostering and caring environment.

The specializations accord the candidates with in-depth knowledge and understanding of Pre-Primary, Montessori and Nursery Education, Early Childhood health and Safety along with the teaching approaches for Special Education Needs Learners so that they can share their knowledge and implement them in an effective manner. In order to achieve the desired educational outcomes, the aspiring teachers will therefore, need skills in specified areas in order to cater to a varied set of learners. With the required set of skills and knowledge in all the arena of young learners care and education the candidates will have the option of teaching all classes catering students with various learning abilities, aged 2-12 years.

There are ample career opportunities for Pre and Primary, Montessori, Nursery, ECCE and Special Ed teachers who have completed their course in International Post Graduate Teaching Diploma program and have a passion to teach Young Learners. With Montessori and Primary schools developing at a rapid rate, there is a considerable demand for well trained and certified teachers. Asian College of Teachers’ International Post Graduate Teaching Diploma opens many avenues to numerous job opportunities for teachers as the course aims to provide them with a strong foundation in the modern methodologies used in Pre and Primary, Montessori, Nursery, ECCE and Special Ed teaching offering an array of career options in the Education Sector. The Cambridge TKT Exam will certainly enhance the aspirant’s teaching career and give it a fitting start. It is appropriate for aspirants who are willing to develop themselves as a teacher but lack the idea or knowledge of the modern teaching methodologies, required skills and approaches.

At the same time, the course also prepares candidates to be employed as Curriculum Developer, Course Coordinator, and Consultants associated with different schools. Also, those planning to be entrepreneurs can set up their own Montessori, Nursery or primary level schools must opt for this effective and compact course. The course will provide the skills and methods to understand and work harmoniously with children of all learning abilities in the age group of 2-12 years.

• Candidates get full support from the accomplished trainers
• Candidates can choose location and mode of learning – Full-time (3 weeks) or Part-time (3 months/1 year) depending on their preference and convenience
• Teaching Practice session is arranged for the candidates

The candidates enrolling in International Teaching Diploma (ITD) course will be provided with complete guidance from our expert trainers, as they pursue the course. Our well- qualified trainers are committed to helping the candidates to achieve their learning goals and providing them with the much needed skills and knowledge required for a teacher aspiring to become successful in teaching students, aged 2-12 years. With years of valuable experience our trainers provide great support to the trainees and guide them through all the aspects of teaching giving valuable advice in the course of the program. They extend their tutoring support by sharing relevant information and their experience related to the course content.