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Introduction
In addition to good teaching, what makes an effective teacher is the possession of an inherent ability to understand what motivates students to learn and why. This course introduces participants to the latest theories, research and applications of motivation and engagement in learning and teaching. Participants will first be introduced to the concept of motivation and the various approaches to motivational studies, namely the behaviourist, humanistic, cognitivist and socio-cultural perspectives. They will explore the factors influencing learner motivation, and the reasons why some learners are more motivated than others. Finally, they will have the opportunity to develop and apply the skills, knowledge and strategies needed to enhance their students’, children’s or employees’ motivation to learn.
- Master of Teaching
Learners must complete the following courses to attain the Graduate Certificate in Advanced Pedagogical Practices (12 AU):
- MTC902 Designing Curriculum: Theory and Practice (or MTC902A-C)
- MTC903 Assessment for Learning: Theory and Practice (or MTC903A-C)
- MTC904 Facilitating Learning in the Digital Age (or MTC904A-C)
Upon completion of the fourth course, MTC901 Nurturing Learners and Learning (or MTC901A-C), learners will fulfil the AU requirements to attain the FlexiMasters in Advanced Pedagogical Practices (16 AU).
Through this course participants will:
1. Describe and relate the concept of motivation to their context
of teaching and learning.
2. Develop a systemic perspective and approach in
understanding the issues and factors influencing student
motivation and engagement in learning.
3. Develop an understanding of motivational theories in order
to promote learning and achievement.
4. Translate and apply the motivational theories to enhance
learner motivation in their teaching/learning contexts..
To meet the requirement of SkillsFuture Singapore, assessment(s) will be conducted during every course. The assessment(s) include:
- Group Project
- Individual Reflection Paper
- Individual E-Learning Participation
Standard Course Fee: S$2,245.40
SSG Funding Support | Course fee | Course fee payable after SSG funding, if eligible under various schemes | |
BEFORE funding & GST | AFTER funding & 9% GST | ||
Singapore Citizens (SCs) and Permanent Residents (PRs) (Up to 70% funding) | S$2,060.00 | S$673.62 | |
Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS) | S$261.62 | ||
SCs aged ≥ 40 years old | |||
- Standard course fee is inclusive of GST.
- NTU/NIE alumni may utilise their $1,600 Alumni Course Credits. Click here for more information.
| Course Title (Bite sized) | AU | Course Title (Corresponding intact 4AU course) | AU |
| MTC901A Enhancing Learner Wellbeing, Positive Education Purpose and Practice* | 1 | MTC901 Nurturing Learners and Learning* | 4 |
| MTC901B Enhancing Learner Wellbeing, Character Strengths and Mindfulness* | 1 | ||
| MTC901C Enhancing Learner Motivation* | 2 | ||
| MTC902A The Teacher and the Curriculum* | 1 | MTC902 Designing Curriculum: Theory and Practice* | 4 |
| MTC902B The Elements of Curriculum and Curriculum Designing* | 1 | ||
MTC902C Teachers as Curriculum Designers* | 2 | ||
| MTC903A Assessment for Learning: An overview of theory and practice* | 1 | MTC903 Assessment for Learning: Theory and Practice | 4 |
| MTC903B Assessment for Learning: Deep dive into issues and possibilities* | 1 | ||
| MTC903C Assessment for Learning: Putting it together* | 2 | ||
| MTC904A Facilitating Learning in the Digital Age: Part 1 Digital Learning – The tripartite relationship* | 1 | MTC904 Facilitating Learning in the Digital Age* | 4 |
| MTC904B Facilitating Learning in the Digital Age: Part 2 Digital Learning – Theory-practise nexus* | 1 | ||
| MTC904C Facilitating Learning in the Digital Age: Part 3 Digital Learning – Critical perspectives and deepening understanding* | 2 |
*SSG funded and SkillsFuture Credit approved.
The courses listed are:
- Credit-bearing and stackable to Graduate Certificate in Advanced Pedagogical Practices (12 AU), FlexiMasters in Advanced Pedagogical Practices (16 AU) and Master of Teaching (30 AU).
- The 4AU courses are also offered in bite sizes of 1AU or 2AU each.
