FAQ

What is CIDTL all about?

Cambridge International Diploma in Teaching and Learning, is a professional development qualification for teachers. It is internationally recognized as a mark of excellence for individual teacher. The entire course is divided into 3 Modules over a period of one year. Module 1 comprising of the Certificate course and Module 2 & 3 the Diploma. The qualification helps to improve teacher’s professional profile and is valued for further professional and career development. It gives them an edge over the others. The key purpose of PDQ is to change classroom practice and thereby improve student learning outcomes.

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Is it a full time course?

It is a yearlong course which runs into 3 modules (4 months each). This includes attending the guided sessions and workshops along with individual and collaborative work. The guided sessions are spaced out through the year.  Also there are lessons to be planned and executed as a part of the teaching practice, based on which the Modules are completed. The lesson delivery is carried out in our institution.

Why are we having this training programme?

Completion of an initial qualification is just the beginning and is mandatory for all teachers. But we at JPES, strive to develop our teachers professionally in order to maintain their enthusiasm in teaching, year after year, with the ultimate GOAL being…. improved student learning. The PDQ will help to bring about change in the thinking and practice of teachers thereby making them more confident, engaged, innovative, and responsible towards enhancing quality of student learning and encourage them to be reflective practitioners as well. In a nutshell, CIDTL is win-win programme for the teachers as well as the students as it is all about making the teaching learning process a joyous experience for both, where the students are actively involved in constructing their own learning while the teachers play the role of facilitators.

Is this course only for your in-house teachers?

From the academic year 2018-2019, we have opened this course for interested candidates (other than in-house teachers), who have the basic qualification of E.C.C.Ed/ D.Ed/ B.Ed and elementary computer skills.

Can I apply now?

Every year our batch begins with the induction and mentorship sessions happening in the month of April, pre-reading of the a few course related material in the month of May with guided sessions beginning in June. The current batch is filled, so you can apply for a seat in the next batch by January ’19.  We have a shortlisting process wherein you will have to mail us your SOP (statement of purpose) for joining this course along with your resume on usgscidtl@gmail.com. This will be followed by a personal interview.

What is the fees for this course and what are the batch timings?

Details of fees and batch timing will be shared only with the selected candidates.   

How do you equip teachers to handle both the curriculum (SSC & IGCSC)?

Whether it is the IG Board or the SSC, students no longer like the conventional methods of teaching. So, through CIDTL we equip the teachers to explore and apply new ideas by integrating these in their own practice and regularly evaluating these experiences to keep planning for their future development. The Programme Leader through the guided sessions, ensures that exposure to a variety of teaching learning strategies, assessment tools, observation & reflection skills, communication skills, collaborative activities, usage of web tools, evaluation and feedback methods etc is given to the teachers through the entire duration of the course. Ample opportunities are given to the teachers to apply these practically in their class. Regular feedback is given to each teacher on their teaching practice and they are encouraged to do the same with their learners to keep them motivated in their learning.