This course is an introduction to the Cambridge Professional Development Qualifications (PDQs) and the role of the Programme Leader.
During the course we look at:
- What makes effective professional development
- The structure of the Cambridge PDQ
- The role of the programme leader
- The role of the mentor
- The key concepts of the PDQ
- The design of a Cambridge PDQ
- Effective evaluation and reflection
This course is an introduction to the Cambridge Professional Development Qualifications (PDQs) and the role of the Programme Leader.
During the course we look at:
- What makes effective professional development
- The structure of the Cambridge PDQ
- The role of the programme leader
- The role of the mentor
- The key concepts of the PDQ
- The design of a Cambridge PDQ
- Effective evaluation and reflection
This course lasts 7 weeks:
Week 1: We look at the Programme Leader role and how to facilitate effective professional development
Week 2: We focus on tools for effective professional development
Weeks 3: We focus on understanding the syllabus
Weeks 4-5: We move from syllabus to programme and focus on planning your programme
Week 6: We explore the assessment standards for PDQs and how to evaluate your programme
Week 7: We look at some theories of reflection.
This course lasts 7 weeks:
Week 1: We look at the Programme Leader role and how to facilitate effective professional development
Week 2: We focus on tools for effective professional development
Weeks 3: We focus on understanding the syllabus
Weeks 4-5: We move from syllabus to programme and focus on planning your programme
Week 6: We explore the assessment standards for PDQs and how to evaluate your programme
Week 7: We look at some theories of reflection.