Teaching and Learning
Online, blended and face-to-face training on a range of topics related to teaching and learning
- COBIS Programme for Early Career Teachers
- COBIS International ECT Mentor Certificate
- Diplomas for International Teaching Assistants
- Forthcoming Teaching and Learning Events
COBIS Programme for Early Career Teachers
COBIS is delighted to offer Early Career Teachers the opportunity to complete the two-year COBIS Programme for Early Career Teachers (CPECT). Participants will combine theory into practice through the application of the three R’s – Read, Research and React.
- A 2-year programme for early career teachers in the international school field
- A blended learning approach with termly meetings and self-directed learning
- Participants develop their professional network with other COBIS colleagues
COBIS International ECT Mentor Certificate
COBIS is delighted to offer ECT mentors the opportunity to complete the one-year COBIS International ECT Mentor Certificate. Participants will develop their skills of expert mentorship by completing this online, self-paced course over the course of an academic year.
- A 1-year programme for mentors supporting ECTs in an international school
- An online, self-paced course with facilitators on hand to provide expert guidance
- Grounded in up-to-date research and reflective practice to support both the mentor and mentee
Diplomas for International Teaching Assistants
In collaboration with Alpha International Training, COBIS developed three bespoke and relevant training programmes for Teaching Assistants working in international schools around the world:
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Diploma for International Teaching Assistants (DITA)
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DITA Early Years
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Diploma for International Lead Teaching Assistants (DILTA)
Enrol for these blended/online courses throughout the academic year.
Forthcoming Teaching and Learning Events
This course will provide an opportunity for teaching assistants to reflect on current working practices and consider new strategies to create greater impact in the classroom. The course will run over two sessions on 8 October 2026 and 15 October 2026 from 9:00-11:30am BST (UTC+1)
This high-impact training delivered by Dandelion Learning supports international schools to implement a consistent, whole-school approach that accelerates language acquisition, oracy, and writing outcomes.
This training session will focus on the unique way in which teaching and learning is facilitated in Early Years Provision. While there is an understanding that there needs to be a balances between Adult led and child led activity, it is vital to recognise how to optimize all aspects of this to ensure that children make progress. Using the contexts for teaching and learning, this session will explore how to develop a 'pedagogical repertoire' and gain confidence in taking professional decisions to support children's learning and development.
Strategic Teaching and Learning Conference 2026 will take place on 13–14 November 2026 in Baku, Azerbaijan. The conference focuses on strategic approaches to teaching and learning, collaboration, and improving student outcomes. It is organised in association with COBIS and CCAAIBWS and is designed for teachers, teaching assistants, middle and senior leaders, aspiring teachers, and university educators/students
Strategic Teaching and Learning Baku 2026 - Council of British International Schools
A focused CPD course supporting aspiring and new subject leaders to develop curriculum vision, lead teams effectively, and drive improvement. Combining practical tools with strategic thinking, it enables confident, impact-driven subject leadership across schools.
Delivered by Veema, this practical and evidence-informed course offers an essential introduction to neurodiversity for classroom teachers and school leaders. Nina Jackson will lead the session, which explores what neurodiversity is, the different ways it presents in pupils, and how we can create truly inclusive classrooms that embrace and celebrate learning differences.
This course will identify the core principles of Problem-Based Learning and outline the key steps in implementing it effectively, by referring to the Maastricht 7- Steps. It will demonstrate the value of this pedagogical approach in preparing students for the emerging themes of the 21st century; including well-being, building resilience and preparing for uncertainty by building skills and attributes which are required for 21st century careers and futures.
Research consistently shows that effective interactions are the critical keystone of high-quality practice in the Early Years. This interactive course has been designed to enable all those working with young children to become the best possible partners in play and learning.
High-quality PSHE education plays a key role in helping children and young people navigate an increasingly complex and fast-changing world, wherever they live. This interactive training will support schools to teach about a range of challenging and emerging topics - including mental health and wellbeing, generative AI and deepfakes, misogyny, and the climate crisis - safely, confidently and effectively.
This course helps schools move beyond “screen time panic” towards a research-informed, values-driven approach to digital life and AI. It connects evidence on screen use, wellbeing and attention with the realities of AI tools, social media and online behaviours, and supports schools to work in partnership with families to create a safe, purposeful and hopeful digital culture for students.
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