PGCE (Secondary): English

Goldsmiths, University of London

This teacher training programme offers a balance of theory and practice to give you a thorough grounding in all aspects of the National Curriculum for English, including post-16 teaching.As well as learning how to plan and evaluate lessons and assess your students, you'll also develop knowledge specific to english teaching. This includes learning a wide range of teaching approaches that you can draw on - including drama, voice and media studies.You'll look at how to meet different needs and interests in mixed experience classrooms including working with bilingual pupils, and those with special educational needs.You'll have practical workshop sessions and seminars with trained professionals, and you'll undertake placements in schools. The programme is driven by the desire to support the development of exceptional teachers for world-class schools and in doing so is committed to:Promoting reflection, to help you develop a strong sense of identity that is built upon a close connection between research and experienceRecognising inclusivity, to be rights-respecting, and recognise and challenge the political, social, economic, and cultural dimensions of practiceCelebrating creativity, taking informed risks, and using innovative strategies to support learningDeveloping confidence and engagement, enabling you to participate fully in steering the course of the teaching profession locally, nationally, and globally