What Alison says about this course
This free online teacher communication techniques course will guide you through essential communication skills for teachers. It will begin by giving you an introduction to communication in the classroom setting.
What you will cover
Alison splits this short course into 5 modules across 26 topics, about 3 hours of study in total.
- Module 1: Communication in the Classroom — 6 topics
- Module 2: Effective Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication — 5 topics
- Module 3: Structures of Participation — 8 topics
- Module 4: Using Classroom Talk to Stimulate Students' Thinking — 6 topics
- Effective Communication Techniques for Teachers and Trainers - Assessment — 1 topic
The summary above is Alison's own wording, and the module list is theirs too. Confirm the details on their course page before you start.
How to start
The course is hosted by Alison. Use the “Start this course” button above to open it on their site, where you create an account with them and study at your own pace. There is no deadline and no fee to learn. The learning is free; Alison charges separately if you want a certificate at the end, and that is entirely optional.
