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Search for free courses for Higher Education teachers in the 4 EHEA priorities:

 digitalization

 internationalization

inclusion

sustainability


 

Digitalization

Assessment for Learning

The main topic of the course: Assessment of Learning, using big data

Language of the course: English

Subtitles available: Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Italian, Vietnamese, German, Russian, English, Spanish

When the course is available? Every time (approx time 14 hours)

Webpage of the course: https://www.coursera.org/learn/assessmentforlearning

The target group of the course: HE teachers


Introduction to EdTech 

The main topic of the course: Introduction to EdTech MOOC is designed to explore EdTech fundamentals and build the foundational knowledge for educators, institutions, entrepreneurs and governments to appreciate the impact and potential of new tools, technologies, business models and learning methods in education. 

Language of the course: English

Subtitles available: Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Italian, Vietnamese, German, Russian, English, Spanish

When the course is available? Every time (approx time 14 hours)

Webpage of the course: https://www.coursera.org/learn/introduction-to-edtech

Target group of the course: HE teachers


Learning to Teach Online

The main topic of the course:The Learning to Teach Online (LTTO) MOOC will help you develop a working understanding of successful online teaching strategies that you can apply in your own practice. The course is based on the multi-award-winning open educational resource developed by Dr Simon McIntyre and Karin Watson.

Language of the course: English

Subtitles available: Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Italian, Vietnamese, German, Russian, English, Spanish

When the course is available? Every time (approx time 17 hours)

Webpage of the course: https://www.coursera.org/learn/teach-online

The target group of the course: HE teachers


Mastering Online Assessment

The main topic of the course: Online assessment

Language of the course: English

When the course is available? Unlimited

Webpage of the course: https://mooc.ili.eu/ilias.php?baseClass=ilrepositorygui&reloadpublic=1&cmd=frameset&ref_id=1

The target group of the course: The content is conceptualised for both beginners and people with prior experience in online assessment.


The Digital Teacher​

The main topic of the course:  The course caters to a novice or an expert user of technology, offering a choice across four unique quests - to explore tools, and resources, and take up challenges and tasks based on learner's level and interest. 

Language of the course: English, French

When the course is available? Unlimited. The course takes about 25-30 hours to complete. 

Webpage of the course: https://mgiep.unesco.org/the-digital-teacher

The target group of the course: The Digital Teacher is a course for in-service and pre-service teachers (K-12 and Higher Education), educators, curriculum developers, instructional designers and others interested in using digital technologies for creating learning experiences.

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Internationalization

Cambridge English. Certificate in EMI Skills 

The main topic of the course: Improving the knowledge of instructional English required for teaching.

Language of the course: English

When the course is available? Periodically

Webpage of the course: https://www.cambridgeenglish.org/Images/269978-improving-emi-skills-for-university-lecturers.pdf

Target group of the course: Higher education teachers in general


Course Effective Teaching for Internationalisation 

The main topic of the course: Help university teachers design and teach courses attaining to the needs of international students and mixed groups of home and international students

Language of the course: English

When the course is available? Periodically

Webpage of the course: https://fphil.uniba.sk/en/services/projects/impact/course-effective-teaching-for-internationalisation/

Target group of the course: Higher education teachers in general


English for Teaching Purposes 

The main topic of the course: Course Effective teaching

Language of the course: English

When the course is available? Continuously

Webpage of the course: https://www.coursera.org/lecture/teaching-english/1-2-1-what-is-english-medium-instruction-emi-JuDPq

Target group of the course: Higher education teachers in general


Enhance IDM 

The main topic of the course: Enhancing diversity competences of course leaders, Target group are course leaders who are involved in curriculum design and delivery.

Language of the course: English

When the course is available? Continuously

Webpage of the course: https://assessment.fh-ooe.at/course/view.php?id=430

Target group of the course: Higher education teachers in general; Course leaders


Internationalization of the Curriculum Workshop

The main topic of the course: Learn how to infuse a global dimension into your curriculum to prepare students for success in today's interconnected world.

Language of the course: English

When the course is available? Periodically

Webpage of the course: https://www.alamo.edu/about-us/offices-departments/departments/international-programs/global-learning-courses/workshop/

Target group of the course: Higher education teachers in general


Strategies for Course Internationalization 

The main topic of the course: Internationalized content, teaching and assessment methodology

Language of the course: English

Subtitles available: 

When the course is available? Periodically

Webpage of the course: https://uwaterloo.ca/centre-for-teaching-excellence/catalogs/tip-sheets/strategies-course-internationalization

Target group of the course: Higher education teachers in general

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Inclusion

Enhancing a sense of belonging in higher education (for teaching staff)

The main topic of the course
Admin staff should be able to create a heterogeneity-sensitive teaching & learning environment which supports the social and academic integration of all students (especially in the transition phase) and helps.

Language of the course: English

When the course is available? Continuously

Webpage of the course: https://assessment.fh-ooe.at/course/view.php?id=1022

Target group of the course: Teaching staff


Enhancing a sense of belonging in higher education (for teaching staff)

The main topic of the course
Once you have completed this course, you should be able to create a heterogeneity-sensitive teaching & learning environment which supports the social and academic integration of all students (especially in the transition phase) and helps to strengthen students’ sense of belonging to their Higher Education Institution.  You will get to know tools and methods that make it easier for students to adapt to university life and that help to increase the social interaction of (all) students.  You will be better equipped to deal with different forms of student crisis and at the same time will take better care of your own well-being.

Language of the course: English

When the course is available? Continuously

Webpage of the course: https://assessment.fh-ooe.at/course/view.php?id=1022

Target group of the course: Teaching staff


InclusiveHE 

The main topic of the course
The course includes inclusive education related topics to help HE faculty to build the soft skills and competences and integrate inclusive learning and teaching practices.

Language of the course: English

When the course is available? Continuously

Webpage of the course: https://mooc.inclusivehe.eu/

Target group of the course: Higher education teachers in general


TINEL - Towards Inclusive eLearning: Improving Accessibility of eLearning in Higher Education from Universal Design for Learning perspective

The main topic of the course
It offers learning materials. This material helps to understand the purpose of the UDeL-model and how to use the model in practise.  Main idea of this material is to help teachers make e-learning more accessible for all students.

Language of the course: English

When the course is available? Continuously

Webpage of the course: https://www.hamk.fi/projects/tinel/?lang=en#learning-materials

Target group of the course: Higher education teachers in general

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Sustainability

Exploring Opportunities to embed the SDGs into the HE Curriculum

The main topic of the course
Introduce the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and their applicability in a Higher Education context • Critically evaluate how Higher Education Institutes can advance and lead the implementation of the SDGs • Explore the synergies between existing sustainability initiatives e.g. Green Campus, Health Campus programmes, community engagement etc., and the SDGs • Explore opportunities to embed the SDGs across the curriculum and beyond

Language of the course: English

When the course is available? No information

Webpage of the course: https://www.teachingandlearning.ie/event/exploring-ways-to-embed-the-sustainable-development-goals-into-the-curriculum/

Target group of the course: Higher education teachers in general


Introduction to Teaching Sustainability and Climate Action

The main topic of the course
Learners will be introduced to the concept of eco pedagogy and examine how this approach can transform Education for Sustainable Development (ESD).  Using innovative strategies, you’ll discover how to develop a curriculum that encourages socially responsible learners who actively engage with climate action.

Language of the course: English

When the course is available? Free (Limited access - material).

Webpage of the course: https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/teaching-sustainability-climate-action-in-schools

Target group of the course: Higher education teachers in general


Sustainability and Ecological Footprint: From Theory to Practice

The main topic of the course
allows you to acquire knowledge on the concept of sustainability and the Ecological Footprint, by using examples and contexts from real life. It also helps you to understand what approaches can you make to address the global sustainability issue. 

Language of the course: English

When the course is available? Continuously

Webpage of the course: https://aulaberta.uab.pt/blocks/catalog/detail.php?id=59

Target group of the course: Higher education teachers in general; Wide


Teaching for Sustainability 

The main topic of the course
The course is interdisciplinary with focus on Education for Sustainable Development, and the UN SDGs, aiming for developing ability to learn and teach for sustainability. The course develops knowledge of environmental problems and ecological, social and economic perspectives of sustainability, allows learners to gain experience and knowledge of T&L towards sustainability.

Language of the course: English

When the course is available? No information

Webpage of the course: https://utbildningsinfo.mau.se/kurs/kursplan/NM164E/20232

Target group of the course: HEI Students


Teaching With Sustainability 

The main topic of the course
intended to provide current and future educators with the knowledge and skills to infuse their lessons and practices with sustainability, along with a link to an online resource library designed to help educators find activities and lessons that align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Language of the course: English

When the course is available? Continously

Webpage of the course: https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/res-env-006-teaching-with-sustainability-january-iap-2022/

Target group of the course: Higher education teachers in general

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