Course content
All teacher training programmes are designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge you will need to teach successfully.
ITT programmes focus on a number of themes, linked to the qualified teacher status (QTS) standards. Whatever programme you choose, your initial teacher training (ITT) will involve:
| A knowledge and understanding of the relevant national curriculum programmes of study for your subjects |
| Planning and preparing lessons and setting learning objectives |
| Managing classes, promoting good behaviour and minimising disruptions |
| Using information and communication technology effectively |
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Awareness of the professional values expected of teachers, in their attitudes and behaviour towards pupils and colleagues
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Most trainee teachers (except for those on employment-based or assessment only routes) divide their time between a university or other higher education institutions and a school, where they will undertake supervised teaching practice.
