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    Medium Of InstructionsMode Of LearningMode Of Delivery
    EnglishSelf StudyVideo and Text Based

    Course Overview

    The ‘Advanced Instructional Methods’ online course is a study of the advanced-level techniques and strategies of teaching and instruction that aid in active learning. This online certification course is provided by the Swayam online free education portal in association with the National Institute of Technical Teachers’ Training and Research, Bhopal. The students are enabled to learn about student-centered learning methodologies that include collaborative techniques. 

    This is an elective course that comes under the domain of teacher education and the course classes are conducted for four weeks.

    The program coordinators and faculty of this certification course are associate professors at NITTTR, Mrs. Asmita A.  Khajanchee, Dr. Sharad K. Pradhan, Dr. K James Mathai, Dr. B. L. Gupta, Dr. J.P. Tegar, and Dr. Sandip S. Kedar. The ‘Advanced Instructional Methods’ certification course enables students to gain two credits and a course completion certificate after finishing the course study and the assessments.

    The Highlights

    • Online mode
    • Four weeks course
    • Professional faculty
    • Two-course credits
    • AITCE approved
    • Elective course
    • Continuing education level program
    • Course completion certificate

    Important dates

    Course Commencement Date

    Start Date : 26 Jan, 2026

    End Date : 30 Apr, 2026

    Certificate Exam Date

    Start Date : 18 Jun, 2026

    Programme Offerings

    • video lecture
    • Demonstrations
    • Texts
    • discussions
    • assignments
    • Self-assessment tools
    • Summative assessment
    • Credits
    • Course Completion Certificate.

    Courses and Certificate Fees

    Certificate AvailabilityCertificate Providing Authority
    yesNITTR Bhopal

    The ‘Advanced Instructional Methods’ certification fee is not required to be paid but the students should pay the exam registration fee to receive the certification.

    Advanced Instructional Methods fee structure

    Fee TypeFee Amount

    Program Fee

    Nil

    Exam registration fee

    Rs 1,000


    Eligibility Criteria

    Certificate qualifying details

    To become eligible for the ‘Advanced Instructional Methods’ certification, students must have a score of minimum 10/30 in the best of the 3 internal assignments and 30/70 in the final proctored exam.

    What you will learn

    Pedagogy skillsTeaching skills

    The ‘Advanced Instructional Methods’ certification syllabus is developed for the students to learn about the creative techniques and strategies that are group-based and that which encourages collaborative learning. The learners are given the opportunity to discuss the various advanced methods of communication and technology that aid in the active and customized learning experience. 


    Who it is for

    The ‘Advanced Instructional Methods’ online certification course is designed for the professionals involved in teaching and education. The course is targeted at academic and educational professionals such as teachers, educators, trainers, educational technologists, and teaching assistants to guide them in improving their teaching methodologies for effective learning.


    Admission Details

    The students applying for the ‘Advanced Instructional Methods’ online course are required to register online through the course website.

    Step 1: Find the course page using the link, https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/ntr22_ed05/preview

    Step 2: Choose the ‘Register/Sign-In’ link.

    Step 3: Fill in the relevant information and join the course.

    Application Details

    For admission to the  ‘Advanced Instructional Methods’ certification by Swayam, students are required to create a course account or can sign in using their valid Google, Microsoft, or Facebook ID.

    The Syllabus

    Module 1: Introduction to Advanced Instructional Methods
    • Need of Advanced Instructional methods 
    • Basic concepts of individualized learning
    • Overview of small group learning and Techniques
    • Self-Learning

    Module 2: Classroom Based Small Group Methods using Creativity Techniques)
    • Overview of creativity techniques   
    • Brainstorming and Nominal Group Technique
    • Force field analysis 
    • Mind mapping, Delphi and six thinking Hats
    • Buzz group and In-basket
    • Focus group discussion

    Module 3: Small Group methods (Classroom Based) for higher cognitive and affective Domain
    • Problem-Based Learning
    • Panel discussion
    • Group Discussion
    • Taxonomy of Discussion Groups
    • Case Study Method: Concept and Process
    • Writing a Case Study
    • Role Play Method: Concept and Process
    • Developing Scenario for Role Play

    Module 4: ICT based Methods and Selection of Advanced Instructional methods
    • ICT Based Techniques to enhance Learning
    • ICT Based Methods
    • Selection of Advanced Instructional Methods

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    NITTR Bhopal Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

    1: Which online platform offers the ‘Advanced Instructional Methods’ certification course?

    The course is provided by the Swayam free online education portal and NITTTR.

    2: How long is the duration of the ‘Advanced Instructional Methods’ online course?

    The course is organized for four weeks.

    3: What are the prerequisites for this ‘Advanced Instructional Methods’ online certification program?

    There are no mandatory prerequisites for this program.

    4: How many credits will I earn after completing the ‘Advanced Instructional Methods’ online classes?

    You will earn two academic credits for this course.

    5: Is the final exam conducted online in the ‘Advanced Instructional Methods’ training?

    No, you will have to write the proctored exam from the allotted exam center.

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