Professional Development Courses

Professional Development Courses

ATA offers a wide range of learning and training programmes of quality and value, which aims to equip educators
with the skills required to grow and progress in their chosen career. Course delivery includes online, face to face and a blended approach.

Adaptive Teaching

This course aims to ensure that teachers understand how to effectively differentiate so that all learners (including

An Introduction on how to use Generative AI in Education

This course introduces participants to the use of AI in educational settings. Participants will explore a range

Arabic Writing Skills

Teaching writing is an important component of a comprehensive literacy programme. In this course,

Assessment for Learning

The course explores each principle in detail, exploring the latest research as well as highlighting

Assessment for Learning & Alternative Methods for Assessing Learning

This course will review the key components for planning for effective teaching and learning. Participants

Becoming a Trainer (BAT) Part 1 & 2

Becoming a trainer is a two-part training course that focuses on developing participants skills, knowledge

Critical Thinking

This course will explore the meaning of ‘critical thinking’ in the context of a vibrant classroom

Developing Fluency & Phonological Awareness in Arabic

This course will focus on understanding the importance of phonological awareness and fluency in teaching reading.

Developing Student Independence and Agency

Student independence and agency are growing areas of interests for schools across the world, and enhancing provision in these areas is essential

Differentiation

This course will explore the concept of differentiation through the research of Carol Ann Tomlinson. Participants

Effective Use of Support Assistants

This course explores how to effectively use support assistants in the classroom. It provides participants

How to use a Visualiser to Improve Modelling in Secondary English Education

This course delves into the effective use of visualisers as a tool to enhance teaching and learning in the English classroom.

How to use Artificial Intelligence in College Counselling

This course explores the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance and support the role of counsellors

Mentor Training

This course will support aspiring mentors with developing the skills, knowledge and experience

Peer & Self-Assessment

This course explores peer and self-assessment as a teaching strategy that empowers students to evaluate

Quality Feedback

This course explores John Hattie’s work on the power and impact of quality feedback on a student’s

Quality First Teaching for SEN

This course aims to give a brief introduction to how to support PoD learners in your classroom.

Quality Questioning

This course will explore the different kinds of questions we can utilise as part of a teacher tool kit

Student Independence and Fading Support

This course focuses on equipping assistants with the necessary skills and strategies to foster student autonomy

Understanding & Supporting the ELL Learner

In this course, participants will explore the Cummins, BICS & CALP model as well as completing tasks

Adaptive Teaching

This course aims to ensure that teachers understand how to effectively differentiate so that all learners (including

An Introduction on how to use Generative AI in Education

This course introduces participants to the use of AI in educational settings. Participants will explore a range

An Introduction to Phonics

Phonics is an integral part of all schools, particularly in the Early Years and KG sections of the school.

An Introduction to the use of GL Data (Progress Tests & CAT4)

CAT4 (Cognitive Ability Testing 4th Edition) is an assessment of reasoning that helps to identify

Assessment for Learning

The course explores each principle in detail, exploring the latest research as well as highlighting

Assessment for Learning & Alternative Methods for Assessing Learning

This course will review the key components for planning for effective teaching and learning. Participants

Becoming a Trainer (BAT) Part 1 & 2

Becoming a trainer is a two-part training course that focuses on developing participants skills, knowledge

Behaviour Management

This course is intended to highlight the significant impact positive behaviour management has on a classroom

Critical Thinking

This course will explore the meaning of ‘critical thinking’ in the context of a vibrant classroom

Developing Student Independence and Agency

Student independence and agency are growing areas of interests for schools across the world, and enhancing provision in these areas is essential

Differentiation

This course will explore the concept of differentiation through the research of Carol Ann Tomlinson. Participants

Effective Lesson Planning & Preparation

This course will focus on the steps to effective lesson planning for teaching and learning. Attendees

Effective Use of Support Assistants

This course explores how to effectively use support assistants in the classroom. It provides participants

How to use a Visualiser to Improve Modelling in Secondary English Education

This course delves into the effective use of visualisers as a tool to enhance teaching and learning in the English classroom.

How to use Artificial Intelligence in College Counselling

This course explores the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance and support the role of counsellors

Introduction to using MAP Data

Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) is mandatory for US curriculum schools. ADEK policy states

Learning Environments

This course aims to ensure that all classrooms are stimulating, vibrant environments that allow students

Making Phonics Fun!

This course will provide participants with the space to explore resources and activities that can be designed

Mentor Training

This course will support aspiring mentors with developing the skills, knowledge and experience

Play Based Learning

This course explores the importance and benefits of play-based learning. It provides participants

Quality Feedback

This course explores John Hattie’s work on the power and impact of quality feedback on a student’s

Quality First Teaching for SEN

This course aims to give a brief introduction to how to support PoD learners in your classroom.

Quality Questioning

This course will explore the different kinds of questions we can utilise as part of a teacher tool kit

Student Independence and Fading Support

This course focuses on equipping assistants with the necessary skills and strategies to foster student autonomy

Understanding & Supporting the ELL Learner

In this course, participants will explore the Cummins, BICS & CALP model as well as completing tasks

Writing Learning Objectives & Success Criteria

This course will support participants in understanding the triangulation between writing learning objectives,

Arabic Writing Skills

Teaching writing is an important component of a comprehensive literacy programme. In this course,

Backward Design Planning

This course focuses on the backward design planning process. Participants will explore the stages of backward planning,

Developing Fluency & Phonological Awareness in Arabic

This course will focus on understanding the importance of phonological awareness and fluency in teaching reading.

Effective Practices for Teaching Assistants (MOE)

This course aims to equip teaching assistants with the necessary knowledge, skills, and strategies to excel in their role

Guided Reading

This course explores the guided reading approach and shares practical ideas to support the planning,

Guided Recitation

This course is focused on the guided recitation approach in teaching Quranic verses and Tajweed. The course aims

Introduction to Teaching Reading: Arabic Processes & Strategies in Teaching Reading Comprehension.

This course will focus on the concept of reading and levels of comprehension; the goal of teaching reading is comprehension.

Listening and Speaking Strategies

This course is designed to support with enhancing our students’ listening and speaking skills in order to communicate

Mindset Questioning

This course examines the concept of questioning, explores the characteristics of teachers who integrate questioning

Strategies for Teaching Islamic

This course highlights the concept of Islamic subject standards, outcomes, and themes. It identifies

Strategies for Teaching Social Studies

This course delves into the interconnection between understanding key concepts, developing social studies skills,

Supporting people of determination in the classroom (MOE)

This course provides a concise introduction to effectively supporting POD learners in education. Participants will explore

Teaching Reading

This course will focus on the importance of teaching children’s literature, reading procedures, guided reading,

Designing a Curriculum through the Lens of the UAE (Leadership)

Participants in this course will gain a thorough understanding of effective planning methods for integrating Arabic

Educational Middle Leadership for MOE Subjects Leads

This course is specifically tailored to empower Arabic educators who hold middle management positions within schools.

Introduction to the comprehensive approach that integrates National Identity, Emirati Heritage & Culture into Schools

The Introduction to the comprehensive approach that integrates national identity, Emirate heritage, and culture into

MOE Middle Leadership: Introduction to Writing Self-Evaluation Form (SEF)

This course offers leaders an opportunity to gain insight into the role of a reviewer and foster a shared understanding

Observing Lessons Effectively

This course explores the components that support effective lesson observations. These components include strategies

School Review Training – Leading a Review

The goal of this training is to prepare school leaders to undertake and lead a school review. The course will equip lead

School Review Training-Team Training

This course is designed to train school leaders in quality assurance of school systems. The course looks at the current range

Administration of Medication in School

Students with short- or long-term medical conditions that require them to take regular medication must be supported

Child Protection in International Schools

This course covers the health, safety and welfare of children in an educational setting and provides information

Fire Safety in International Schools

Due to the nature of risk involved, staff working in a school setting are required to have a basic understanding of fire safety

First Aid Essentials for International Schools

Due to the nature of First Aid, illness and injuries can arise at any time and this course equips you with the basic skills

Food Hygiene and Safety

Food handlers must understand the key elements of safe food production and how to handle food safely to prevent food

Health & Safety for International Schools

The health & safety course will help you support your school in achieving a safe environment for students to learn in.

How to be an Effective Fire Warden

This course prepares staff members for their role as a fire warden and informs them how to carry out the role successfully

Moving & Handling and Display Screen Equipment

This short course is important for staff members carrying out everyday activities that include the moving and handling of goods

Online Safety

This course highlights the ever-changing world of social media, the internet, and online activities that children are exposed

Child Protection and Safeguarding

This course covers the health, safety and welfare of children in an educational setting and provides information specific

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