Best Free Teacher Professional Development Courses & MOOCs

FutureLearn

University College London

Equity in Informal STEM Learning: Using the Equity Compass (FutureLearn)

Education Teacher Professional Development

Discover a groundbreaking approach to fostering inclusivity in STEM education with 'Equity in Informal STEM Learning: Using the Equity Compass'. This online course from FutureLearn equips you with the tools to address disparities and ensure diverse young people have equal access to STEM opportunities. Join us for three weeks of transformative learning.

May 23rd 2022

3 Weeks

STEM Learning Inclusive Education Equity

FutureLearn

Queensland University of Technology

Teaching Entrepreneurial Thinking (FutureLearn)

Education Teacher Professional Development

Explore the fundamentals of entrepreneurial thinking and its crucial role in preparing young individuals for an uncertain future. This course offers insights into why and how we should incorporate these skills into education, empowering the next generation to thrive in complexity and change.

May 2nd 2022

2 Weeks

Entrepreneurship Teaching Entrepreneurial Thinking

FutureLearn

British Council

Migrants and Refugees in Education: A toolkit for teachers (FutureLearn)

Education Teacher Professional Development

Dive into 'Migrants and Refugees in Education: A toolkit for teachers' and learn essential strategies to teach and support young learners impacted by global challenges such as violence and displacement. This course equips you with the tools needed to help students dealing with trauma, offering valuable insights from experienced educators.

Apr 18th 2022

4 Weeks

Education Teaching Migration

FutureLearn

Deakin University

Transforming Digital Learning: Learning Design Meets Service Design (FutureLearn)

Teacher Professional Development Business

Discover how to revolutionize your approach to digital learning with 'Transforming Digital Learning'. This FutureLearn course combines learning design with service design principles to equip you with innovative strategies for creating effective online educational experiences. Whether you're a teacher, instructional designer, or edtech enthusiast, this course will help you stay ahead in the rapidly evolving world of digital education.

Mar 7th 2022

2 Weeks

Online Learning Online Teaching Digital Learning

FutureLearn

INTO FILM

Filmmaking and Animation in the Classroom (FutureLearn)

Film & Audio

Transform your classroom with the power of film and animation! This free online course is designed for educators looking to engage young learners through dynamic storytelling techniques. Discover how filmmaking and animation can be used as powerful tools for active learning, fostering connections between students and any curriculum area.

Jan 31st 2022

3 Weeks

Education Learning Film

FutureLearn

University of Kent

Understanding Autism (FutureLearn)

Health & Society Teacher Professional Development

Dive deep into the world of autism with our online course designed to provide a thorough understanding of this lifelong developmental disability. From diagnosis to life on the spectrum, learn how autism affects communication, social interactions, and sensory experiences. Join us now to broaden your perspective and foster empathy for those living with autism.

Jan 24th 2022

4 Weeks

Health Healthcare Autism

NovoEd

Foundations of Learning Experience Design (NovoEd)

Education Teacher Professional Development

Transform how you approach educational design with NovoEd's Foundations of Learning Experience Design course. This expert-led program equips learners with the tools to craft compelling, interactive, and effective digital learning experiences. Over 7,000 professionals have already benefited from this course, mastering the art of instructional design and digital pedagogy.

Jan 17th 2022

5-12 Weeks

Learning Instructional Design Learning Design

FutureLearn

University of Glasgow

TESOL Strategies: Enriching Classrooms (FutureLearn)

Languages & Literature Teacher Professional Development

Transform your teaching approach with 'TESOL Strategies: Enriching Classrooms'. This course is designed for educators at all levels, aiming to cultivate a rich language-learning environment that caters to the needs of an increasingly diverse student body. Learn essential principles, strategies, and considerations to support language learners across the curriculum.

Nov 22nd 2021

3 Weeks

Language Reading Writing

FutureLearn

Manchester Metropolitan University

Promoting Democracy in the Classroom: A Practical Guide for Teachers (FutureLearn)

Education Teacher Professional Development

This FutureLearn course offers educators a comprehensive approach to integrating democratic principles into the classroom. By participating, you'll gain insights and strategies to foster a culture of democracy among your students, equipping them with essential skills for civic engagement.

Nov 8th 2021

3 Weeks

Education Democracy Teaching