Course Structure (Modules)

The program is divided into 7 Core Modules, each spanning 3–6 weeks, with integrated assessments, teaching labs, and real classroom practice.

Module 1: Teaching Aptitude & Higher Education System (Weeks 1–6)

Objectives:

• Develop conceptual clarity about teaching aptitude.
• Strengthen skills required for competitive teaching exams (CTET/TET).
• Enhance communication, empathy, and teacher disposition.

Topics Covered:

• Meaning, nature & scope of teaching aptitude
• Characteristics of an effective college teacher
• Higher Education System in India: Structure, bodies (UGC, AICTE, NAAC, etc.)
• Teaching roles: Academic, administrative & mentoring
• Professional ethics & code of conduct
• Communication skills for higher education
• Critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving in teaching

Activities:

• Teaching aptitude tests
• Communication labs
• Reflective teacher profile creation

Module 2: Learner Psychology & Andragogy (Weeks 7–12)

Objectives:

• Understand cognitive and behavioral aspects of young adult learners.
• Build facilitation skills for higher education.

Topics Covered:

• Psychology of adult learners (Andragogy)
• Motivation, self-directed learning, learner autonomy
• Classroom diversity: socio-economic, linguistic, ability differences
• Student engagement strategies
• Emotional intelligence for lecturers
• Counseling basics for college students

Activities:

• Classroom observation tasks
• Case study discussions
• Student profile mapping

Module 3: Advanced Pedagogy for Higher Education (Weeks 13–18)

Objectives:

• Master effective teaching methods suited to university-level learning.
• Strengthen curriculum planning and outcome-based education (OBE).

Topics Covered:

• Pedagogical approaches:
• Collaborative learning
• Problem-based learning (PBL)
• Inquiry-based & research-based learning
• Flipped classrooms
• Experiential and project-based learning
• Curriculum design & OBE frameworks
• Writing learning outcomes & module objectives
• Designing college-level academic activities (seminars, presentations, debates)

Activities:

• Pedagogy demonstrations
• OBE mapping workshop
• Designing a full course syllabus

Module 4: ICT Integration, Ed-Tech Tools & Smart Teaching (Weeks 19–24)

Objectives:

• Enable faculty to use technology for deeper learning and efficient management.
• Enhance digital teaching confidence.

Topics Covered:

• Smart classroom management & digital pedagogy
• Learning Management Systems (LMS): Google Classroom, Moodle, Canvas
• Tools for teaching & content creation:
• Canva, Padlet, Kahoot, Mentimeter
• MS PowerPoint, Prezi
• Screen recording tools
• Curriculum design & OBE frameworks
• Writing learning outcomes & module objectives
• Designing college-level academic activities (seminars, presentations, debates)

Activities:

• Hands-on ICT lab
• Creating digital teaching modules
• Designing online quizzes/assignments

Module 5: Research Skills, Academic Writing & Assessment Methods (Weeks 25–30)

Objectives:

• Enable faculty to use technology for deeper learning and efficient management.
• Enhance digital teaching confidence.

Topics Covered:

• Basics of educational research
• Research problem formulation
• Data collection methods
• Basics of SPSS/R/Excel for simple analysis
• Academic writing, avoiding plagiarism
• Assessment types: formative, summative, continuous assessment
• Designing rubrics, question papers & evaluation criteria
• Feedback mechanisms

Activities:

• Mini-research project
• Academic writing workshop
• Assessment design lab

Module 6: Classroom Management & Student Development (Weeks 31–33)

Objectives:

• Strengthen classroom control, rapport-building & student guidance skills.

Topics Covered:

• Managing large classrooms
• Handling sensitive issues & diverse student groups
• Building rapport & mentorship skills
• Conflict resolution & counselling basics
• Encouraging discipline in a respectful manner

Activities:

• Simulation exercises
• Counselling role-plays
• Student development project

Module 7: Practice Teaching, Portfolio Building & Professional Readiness (Weeks 34–36)

Objectives:

• Prepare participants for real academic roles and teaching evaluations.

Topics Covered:

• 20–30 hours of supervised practice teaching
• Creating a teaching portfolio (digital + physical)
• Demo lecture preparation & delivery
• Professional communication for faculty roles
• Interview preparation for college recruitment

Activities:

• Demo classes with feedback
• Peer teaching evaluations
• Portfolio submission

Assessment Structure

Continuous Evaluation

• Module-wise tests
• ICT project submissions
• Pedagogical demonstration
• Research assignments

Final Evaluation

• Theory exam + Practical exam
• Teaching portfolio
• Final demo class
• Viva voce

Certification:
“College-Level Teaching Competency Certification (6–9 Months)”

Teaching Methodology

• Interactive lectures
• Workshops & masterclasses
• Case studies & simulations
• Practice teaching & microteaching
• Seminar presentations
• ICT-enabled learning sessions

Target Participants

• Postgraduates aspiring to teach in colleges
• NET/JRF/SET aspirants
• Doctoral scholars
• Newly joined lecturers
• In-service faculty seeking upskilling
• Anyone wanting to develop advanced teaching aptitude

Key Outcomes

✔ Strong teaching aptitude for higher education
✔ Effective subject delivery & advanced pedagogy
✔ Ability to conduct seminars, tutorials, and research-based activities
✔ Smart teaching using ICT, LMS & digital tools
✔ Strong academic writing and research skills
✔ Ability to mentor, guide & handle college students
✔ Professional readiness for teaching jobs & promotions