Manchester Metropolitan University Courses

Workplace Wellbeing: Stress and Productivity at Work

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Build workplace stress management skills and learn work productivity techniquesThe UK government, businesses, and public health organisations have all backed the case for improving productivity through improved wellbeing in the workplace.This course draws on contemporary research and consultancy experience to explore how stress impacts workplace productivity and performance.Firstly, you’ll consider the impact of technological advances on our work schedules. You’ll discover how remote and flexible working patterns may result in an inability to switch off from work and how this can increase work-related stress and prevent the rest and recovery required to stay productive.Next, you’ll consider individual and organisational differences that may impact the stress-productivity relationship, like differing personalities, thinking styles, and group dynamics, and learn practical workplace productivity techniques.This course is primarily designed for HR professionals and those in leadership or management positions who want to learn how to improve workplace productivity and reduce stress.The course will also be useful for anyone who wants to learn strategies to improve their own wellbeing at work.

Mental Skills Training for Sport and Health

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Learn sports psychology to improve physical performance in yourself or othersWe all experience changing levels of motivation, self-confidence, and anxiety depending on the situation we’re in.On this course, you’ll discover exercise and sports psychology and consider its relevance to contemporary issues in sport, health and fitness.You’ll trace the relationship between the brain and the body in sport and exercise as you explore three mental skills training techniques and their application.Using psychological knowledge, scientific research, and applied case study examples, you’ll learn how these psychological training techniques enhance athletic performance.This course is designed for anyone who engages in, or is interested in, sport and physical activity.It will be of particular interest and use to current or aspiring sport and exercise psychology practitioners, sports coaches, students, and professionals.This course can be used as professional development training for a number of different disciplines, including sport psychology, health psychology, cognitive psychology, sports coaching, and personal training.

The Challenge of Clean Growth and Clean Cities

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Explore one of the ten pillars of the industrial strategyOn this course, you’ll explore the latest research that’s contributing to the decarbonisation of the UK.You’ll explore the current targets which are forecast to be met using technologies and solutions such as hydrogen in the gas network and large-scale deployment of fuel cells.You’ll learn about the future green skills economy and equip yourself with the skills to be part of the workforce that helps regions achieve their carbon net zero targets.You’ll also consider the impact of the successful meeting of these targets on climate change and sustainable industrial development.The course is designed for anyone with an interest in learning more about smart cities, clean growth, and industry 4.0.It will be particularly useful for anyone looking at courses for developing their careers in this emerging economy or those with a genuine learning need to become more literate on the topic (eg if you’ve already attended carbon literacy training).It will also be useful for researchers who want to showcase their expertise in working in the clean growth areas and entities with a desire to educate on their plans to achieve net zero carbon targets.

How to Succeed as a Newly Qualified Teacher

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Prepare yourself for the challenges and opportunities of life as a new teacherDesigned by educational experts at Manchester Metropolitan University’s Faculty of Education, this course will support you in the transition from teacher training to being a newly qualified teacher.You’ll develop your abilities in independent critical reflective practice and learn ways to manage your workload to support yourself in your new role.You’ll consider the potential issues you may face as a new teacher so that you feel ready to face the challenges of this rewarding career.You’ll also create a teaching career-plan and learn the importance of celebrating your personal successes.This course is designed for all new teachers, whether you’re a primary or secondary teacher, or you teach in other settings.This course will provide you with support for the transition from the training phase to being a new teacher in school.

Preparing for Teaching

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Discover the world of teaching and learn how to be a good teacherA great teacher can totally transform a subject and inspire a classroom of students to succeed. But, learning the most effective teaching strategies doesn’t happen overnight.This course is an ideal starting point before beginning a formal teacher training course. It will give you a sense of the most important teaching skills and help you explore your own preconceptions of teaching.On the course, you’ll learn about all the different qualities that make a great teacher and what knowledge and teaching skills you might need when you enter the classroom.This course is for anyone who is interested in teaching or who wants to become a teacher in the future.It’s suitable for learners of any age and from anywhere in the world, as it takes a global perspective on teaching.

Promoting Democracy in the Classroom: A Practical Guide for Teachers

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Improve the democratic competences in your teaching practiceTeachers can play a vital role in guiding and inspiring their students, especially when it comes to instilling democratic values in young citizens.On this course, you’ll learn how to educate your pupils in the values of democracy, exploring what democratic education means and how you can put it into practice in your classroom.Understand the fundamentals of a democratic cultureYou’ll delve into how you can transfer democratic values and model attitudes for your learners, and identify ideas and policies that relate to a culture of democracy.You’ll also discuss the differences and key debates around the “education for democracy” and “education through democracy” approaches.Identify practical ways to promote democracy in educationAlongside pedagogy experts at Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU), you’ll gain access to key resources and practical ideas to promote democracy through your teaching practice.Ultimately you’ll come away with real-world teaching and assessment methods that can facilitate the promotion of democracy within your classrooms.This E-course was produced with the financial support of the European Union and the Council of Europe. The views expressed herein can in no way be taken to reflect the official opinion of either party.This course could would benefit teachers of all subject matters who are interested in integrating and promoting competencies for democratic culture in their teaching.