Know about Online Courses Available for B.Ed Graduates and Students

B.Ed is emerging as one of the popular courses in the current scenario due to a high demand and requirement for qualified teachers. Over the few years, many students are willing to take up B.Ed, as they will have 100% placement in reputed schools. In 2017, over 40,000 students registered for B.Ed course in Maharashtra, and it clearly indicates the existing demand for this professional course.

Due to the evolution of technology, the teaching and learning process has been undergoing some rapid changes. However, the syllabus and curriculum of B.Ed course are not at par with the advancement in technology. Over decades, the syllabus of B.Ed course almost remained same with some minor changes. The statement can be termed as true, as the teaching methods are same in the last ten years. Today, the internet has brought a wave of teaching and learning process. Digital classes and lessons are bringing more exposure and knowledge. At the same time, the teaching methods prescribed by B.Ed curriculum are becoming outdated and less relevant.

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It is time for the B.Ed students and graduates to update themselves with some online courses, which will add an advantage to the teaching process.

Teacher Foundation in Bangalore offers two courses that act as an alternative to the B.Ed course for some schools. These courses are: -

• The New Teacher – A 16-month full-time course equivalent to B.Ed
• Teach-Now – A none-month duration course comprising of eight modules. InTASC designed the course. Teachers who complete the InTASC are eligible to work in international skills that accept InTASC.

Apart from the courses mentioned above, Oxford University Press (OUP) offers Online Teacher Training, which will act as an additional qualification for B.Ed graduates. Similarly, the organisation conducts Train 2 Transform Workshops to hone the skills of teachers.

B.Ed graduates and teachers who are looking forward to building a career and stay updates with international standards can take up CENTA Certification Programme.

CENTA is a Bangalore-based organisation that offers certifications of competency for teachers based on practical application of teaching techniques and theoretical tests.

CENTA offers three certificates such as: -

• Senior Teacher – It will be awarded to teachers with more than 10 years of experience.
• Experienced Teacher for those with 3 to 10 years of teaching experience
• New Teachers for those in beginning stage or yet to build a career

A B.Ed graduate with CENTA certificate is termed a specialist teacher in their chosen field.

OUP India conducts over 1,500 teacher training workshops every year. Apart from these, the organisation offers teacher development courses. These courses play an overridden role in improving the skills of teachers. Innovation, Collaboration and Creativity are the significant modules for these courses.

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Numerous teachers have undergone outstanding training under these courses. These courses are highly beneficial for those aspiring to build a bright career in teaching.

All the Best!