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Certificate Course in Assessments and Effective Classroom Practices
By Stephen Burnage
Certificate in Effective Classroom Practice and Assessment is a structured professional development course designed for schoolteachers and subject leaders in India.
The course comprises eight live, 90-minute online sessions, delivered over a focused period to help educators strengthen classroom pedagogy and assessment practices through research-backed and classroom-ready strategies.
On successful participation in all sessions, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from Aditya Birla Education Academy (ABEA), contributing to their professional development portfolio.
The course comprises eight live, 90-minute online sessions, delivered over a focused period to help educators strengthen classroom pedagogy and assessment practices through research-backed and classroom-ready strategies.
On successful participation in all sessions, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from Aditya Birla Education Academy (ABEA), contributing to their professional development portfolio.
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The course is sequenced to ensure learning moves from planning to execution, assessment, and adaptive teaching, enabling direct classroom impact.
1. Planning Great Lessons
Research-based principles of lesson planning and the essential elements of an effective lesson plan.
2. The Beginning, the End, and the Middle
Designing learning-centred objectives, defining clear outcomes, and mapping activities from intent to achievement.
3. Behaviour for Learning
Building a positive classroom ethos and addressing student behaviour to support learning and progress.
4. Active and Independent Learning
Strategies to promote student autonomy, engagement, and NEP-aligned classroom practices.
5. Understanding Assessment
The purpose of assessment, NEP-aligned assessment principles, and the role of assessment in effective teaching.
6. Effective Assessment Strategies
Formative and summative assessment techniques, assessment for learning, and actionable feedback.
7. Iterative Assessment
Preparing students for examinations by understanding question types, examiner expectations, and response strategies.
8. Adaptive Teaching
Using assessment data to meet diverse learning needs and improve student outcomes.
Each session includes guided pre-reading, detailed course notes, and a classroom-based application task.
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Admission Eligibility
- Register for the course through the official enrolment process
- Complete payment of ₹12,500 + GST
- Receive course access details and pre-reading resources
- Attend all eight live course sessions and complete required activities
- Receive the Certificate of Completion from ABEA
Stephen Burnage
- Lead Inspector of Schools for the British Council
- Lead consultant, trainer, and examiner for Cambridge International Examinations
- Consultant and examiner for the International Baccalaureate
His work focuses on effective classroom pedagogy, assessment, leadership development, and school improvement.
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Q1. Who is this course for?
This course is designed for schoolteachers, subject leaders, academic coordinators, instructional leaders, and educators involved in classroom teaching and learning design who want to strengthen their classroom practice, assessment approaches, and student outcomes.
Q2. Is the course aligned with NEP?
Yes. The course integrates NEP-aligned pedagogy and assessment principles throughout.
Q3. Are the sessions live or recorded?
All sessions are conducted live to encourage interaction and clarity.
Q4. Will learning resources be provided?
Yes. Each session includes structured resources, guided reading, and implementation support.
Q5. Is certification guaranteed?
Certification is awarded upon successful participation in all course sessions.
Q6. What is the total course fee?
₹12,500 + GST for the complete eight-session certificate course.
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