AUTHENTIC LEARNING
ApprovedAUTHENTIC LEARNING
ApprovedThis course introduces teachers, educators, and trainers to the principles and practices of Authentic Learning within Competency‑Based Education frameworks. The course emphasizes designing learner‑centered experiences and developing authentic learning activities. By engaging with inclusive, context‑responsive strategies, educators will gain the skills to create meaningful learning environments that prepare students for professional, community, and global challenges, ensuring education remains relevant, equitable, and transformative.
- Build practical Teacher Education and Professional Development skills through structured lessons.
- Progress through 1 module at Skill Based Training level.
- Use quizzes, assignments, and learning materials to reinforce understanding.
- Start with Authentic Learning.
Tutor
Prof. Sammy Muteti Mutisya, Associate Professor, expert in curriculum design, instructional tech, and inclusive pedagogy.
Prof. Sammy Muteti Mutisya holds a D.Phil. in Education Communication and Technology from Moi University, an M.Ed. in Science Education from Egerton University, and a B.Ed. in Botany, Zoology and Education from Egerton University. He is currently pursuing an MA in Online Teaching at the Open University, UK, and has completed multiple professional certifications and micro‑credentials in online pedagogy, instructional design, and quality assurance for open and distance learning.
He has over 30 years of teaching experience, beginning as a Graduate Teacher under the Teachers Service Commission (1995–2004), advancing to Senior Graduate Teacher (2006–2014), and later serving as Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, and Associate Professor at Maasai Mara University and the Open University of Kenya.