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Masters in Teaching and Learning

Teacher and pupil

The Masters in Teaching and Learning (MTL) is a new, classroom-based programme designed specifically for practising teachers. The MTL is currently available to newly qualified teachers (NQTs) and some new heads of department working in the north west and in schools that are receiving National Challenge funding.

 

Am I eligible?

I want to do the MTL

  • Government-funded masters-level programme
  • Practice-based, with an emphasis on classroom-based learning
  • Support from a school-based coach and university tutor
Design and technology teacher

The MTL in my school

  • Government-funded, nationally recognised qualification for practising teachers
  • Personalised to meet the needs of your staff and school
  • Specifically designed to improve outcomes for children and young people
Science teacher

The MTL coach

  • Strengthen coaching and mentoring skills
  • Create a culture of shared learning
  • Gain masters-level credits

Guardian Education ran a special report about MTL on 19th January 2010. Read it here (PDF, 199KB)

A supplement about the MTL was published by the Times Educational Supplement on 15 May 2009. It includes a range of articles outlining what the programme will mean for head teachers, coaches and participants, and answers key questions about the MTL. You can download the supplement (PDF, 2.2MB) or order a hard copy.