As the first module of the programme, this module introduces you to some of the key concepts which are fundamental to setting the pathway of unlocking your potential to become a future-ready educator of the 21^st century. With an intentional shift towards concept-based teaching and learning through your discipline/specialist subject area, this module leads you to examine yourself through the lenses of observation and reflection to critically analyse learning both of your learners and yourself. It opens the doors to your learning trajectory through the course of professional development on this programme with an emphasis on practical experience in the classroom, academic reading and writing, as well as critical enquiry. On completing this module you will observe that you have begun thinking about learning in critical, reflective, cross-disciplinary and inter-disciplinary ways.

Module 1 Exploring learning and teaching comprises of three units.

Unit 1 - Understanding principles of learning and teaching

Unit 2 - Teaching an effective lesson

Unit 3 - Facilitating active learning through effective teaching and assessment

A digital educational repository is a virtual warehouse that stores a vast collection of educational resources in a centralized and accessible format. These resources can encompass a wide range of materials, including:

• Textual Content: Lesson plans, textbooks, articles, research papers, and ebooks.
• Multimedia Resources: Videos, audio recordings, simulations, and interactive learning objects.
• Assessment Tools: Quizzes, tests, and self-assessment activities.

Functions of a Digital Educational Repository:

• Accessibility: Provides educators and learners with easy access to a wealth of high-quality educational materials, often regardless of location or time constraints.
• Discovery: Powerful search tools and categorization systems allow users to find relevant resources quickly and efficiently.
• Curation: Repositories can house curated collections of resources on specific topics, ensuring quality and alignment with curriculum standards.
• Collaboration: Some platforms facilitate the sharing and collaboration on educational resources among educators.
• Preservation: Digital repositories offer a safe and secure way to preserve valuable educational materials for future generations.
• Cost-Effectiveness: Freely available repositories offer educators and learners access to valuable resources without incurring additional costs.

Benefits of Digital Educational Repositories:

• Enhanced Learning: Educators can leverage a wider variety of engaging and interactive materials to create more effective learning experiences.
• Differentiation: Access to diverse resources allows educators to cater to different learning styles and cater to individual student needs.
• Professional Development: Educators can utilize the repository to find resources for self-improvement and continuous learning.
• Personalized Learning: Learners can explore topics at their own pace and find resources that align with their interests.
• Global Knowledge Sharing: Repositories can foster the exchange of educational resources and best practices across borders.

Overall, digital educational repositories offer a powerful tool to transform learning and empower educators and learners alike.