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    • Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Métodos de educación efectiva

      Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Pedagogy, Complex Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Education and Training, Mathematics Education, Human Development, Instructional Strategies, Creative Problem-Solving, Child Welfare, Human Learning, Parent Communication, Higher Education, Curriculum Development, Professional Development, Socioeconomics, Program Evaluation, Cultural Responsiveness, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Analysis

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Universidad de los Andes

      ODS y sostenibilidad: una mirada desde los colegios

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Environment, Pedagogy, Course Development, Curriculum Development, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Teaching, Student Engagement, Systems Thinking, Higher Education, Curriculum Planning, Educational Materials, Community Development, Instructional Strategies, Creativity

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Universidad Tecnológica Centroamericana

      Metodologías activas para el aprendizaje

      Skills you'll gain: Blended Learning, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategies, Design Thinking, Business Modeling, Business Planning, Curriculum Planning, Pedagogy, Course Development, Education and Training, Entrepreneurship, Lesson Planning, Student-Centred Learning, Program Evaluation, Classroom Management, Instructing, Program Implementation, Differentiated Instruction

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Coursera Project Network

      Blocks-based ABM with NetTango

      Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Computer Programming Tools, Computational Thinking, Program Development, Software Architecture, Computer Programming, UI Components

      Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free

      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Oralpha: Literacy for new citizens, a course for trainers

      Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Intercultural Competence, Language Learning, Instructional Strategies, Pedagogy, Literacy, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Social Sciences, Adult Learning Principles

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Politecnico di Milano

      Designing Learning Innovation: an introduction

      Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Pedagogy, Course Development, Student Engagement, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Development, Student-Centred Learning, Innovation, Learning Theory, Quality Assessment, Infographics

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free

      Columbia University

      University Studies for Student Veterans

      Skills you'll gain: Literacy, Time Management, Learning Strategies, Writing, Growth Mindedness, Human Learning, Higher Education, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Active Listening, Organizational Skills, Student Engagement, Prioritization, Collaboration, Cultural Diversity, Persistence, Professionalism, Goal Setting, Critical Thinking, Adaptability, Resilience

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Universidad Austral

      Gestión innovadora: transformando instituciones educativas

      Skills you'll gain: Student-Centred Learning, Innovation, Education and Training, Curriculum Development, Pedagogy, Classroom Management, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Team Leadership, Student Engagement, Organizational Development, Blended Learning, Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Learning Styles, Team Building, Creativity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free

      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      My Favorite Lectures @ HKUST

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Networking, Teaching, Student Engagement, Creativity, Pedagogy, Multimedia, Instructional Strategies, Cultural Diversity, Life Sciences, Psychology

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Universidad de los Andes

      Análisis del contexto para fundamentar diseño de instrucción

      Skills you'll gain: Instructional Design, Needs Assessment, Course Development, Project Design, Educational Materials, Pedagogy, Curriculum Development, Scenario Testing, Student-Centred Learning, Analysis

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Politecnico di Milano

      The Learning Innovation Network

      Skills you'll gain: Developing Training Materials, Educational Materials, Classroom Management, Course Development, Teaching, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Instructional Design, Instructional Strategies, Innovation, Pedagogy, Student Engagement, Resource Utilization, Network Planning And Design, Content Development and Management, Open Source Technology

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • University of Colorado Boulder

      Aprendizagem Ativa STEM com Simulações Interativas PhET

      Skills you'll gain: Interactive Learning, Mathematics Education, Simulations, Pedagogy, Simulation and Simulation Software, Survey Creation, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Design Thinking, Experimentation, Interactive Design, Usability Testing, Technical Documentation, Physics, User Feedback, Design, Life Sciences

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular pedagogy courses

    • Métodos de educación efectiva: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • ODS y sostenibilidad: una mirada desde los colegios: Universidad de los Andes
    • Metodologías activas para el aprendizaje: Universidad Tecnológica Centroamericana
    • Blocks-based ABM with NetTango: Coursera Project Network
    • Oralpha: Literacy for new citizens, a course for trainers: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Designing Learning Innovation: an introduction: Politecnico di Milano
    • University Studies for Student Veterans: Columbia University
    • Gestión innovadora: transformando instituciones educativas: Universidad Austral
    • My Favorite Lectures @ HKUST : The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Análisis del contexto para fundamentar diseño de instrucción: Universidad de los Andes

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Pedagogy

    Pedagogy is the study of teaching, specifically the methods and practices teachers use to deliver content to learners. The term refers to teaching styles and the theories that inform them, such as behaviorism, cognitive constructivism, and social constructivism. Pedagogical approaches may be teacher-centered with an emphasis on lectures and direct instruction or student-centered with a focus on project-based learning and coaching.‎

    Studying pedagogy can be useful in your training if you want to teach other people. Examining your beliefs on teaching and learning and adjusting your practice as needed can improve the quality of your work. You may notice an increase in student learning as you become more aware of the learning preferences of students in the classroom. Learning about different approaches to education can increase your skills toolkit and give you more options for sharing information in a classroom or coaching environment.‎

    Careers that use pedagogy tend to be in the field of education. This includes teachers in K-12 public and private schools as well as post-secondary and community educators who work in trade schools, universities, and nonprofit organizations. Coaches and mentors may use pedagogy as their roles often require teaching their mentees how to handle a task or navigate a process. Understanding pedagogy may be helpful for career advisors and therapists as well.‎

    Taking online courses can introduce you to the fundamentals of pedagogy and pedagogical methods. Lessons go into topics like how people learn and factors that influence learning, such as the impact of social identity. You may choose to explore courses about teaching in a new format like online learning or with a new type of learner, such as adult or language learners. Alternatively, you may want to take a course to learn new skills like developing effective lesson plans or effective teaching strategies, such as chunking information.‎

    Online Pedagogy courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Pedagogy skills. Choose from a wide range of Pedagogy courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Pedagogy, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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