Introduction to Teaching
Introduction to Teaching gives PhD students a first insight into the teaching profession. Designed for participants with little or no teaching experience, the course focuses on foundational teaching skills, guided practice, and structured reflection in a safe learning environment. Throughout the training, participants are guided in turning their own research topic into an educational session for a specific target audience.
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Target group |
PhD students without any teaching activities | |
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Dates |
Sept/Oct/Nov 2026
Session 1: Tuesday 29 September 2026, (9.30-12.30)
Session 2: Tuesday 20 October 2026, (9.30-12.30)
Session 3: Tuesday 3 November 2026, (9.30-12.30) The first and third session are taking place with the whole group and trainer. The second moment is when you will meet up with your smaller group, without the trainer being present. | |
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Study load |
14 hours (0.5 ECTS) Completion of assignments is required for successful completion of the training. There are preparatory assignments and one final assignment after the second workshop. Please note that it is obligatory to attend all three sessions. | |
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Course fee |
300 EUR | |
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Number of participants |
Max. 24 | |
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Certificate |
Upon successful attendance of training sessions & assignments, you will receive a Proof of Competence (edubadge). | |
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Entry knowledge |
English language skills at a sufficient level to present and participate in discussions with peers. | |
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Contact info |
For more information: contact the PhD courses team via esiphdcourses rug.nl. |
If there are no spots available or the dates don't fit your calendar, please fill out the form via the link below and we will inform you about new runs of this course.
Learning Outcomes
After successfully completing Introduction to Teaching, you are able to:
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Formulate your vision on teaching and learning
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Design a teaching exercise for your target audience
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Deliver a teaching exercise for your target audience
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Identify appropriate forms of assessment for your teaching activities
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Select appropriate strategies to address potential classroom management
challenges -
Use feedback to propose concrete improvements to your teaching
Course conditions
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100% attendance is mandatory;
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If you cancel the course within ten days before the start of the course, we will charge you 50% of the costs. In case of a no-show (without cancellation), we will charge the full amount (100%).