Professional Learning and Development
Developing inspirational teachers for the future
Our flexible professional learning and development services support teachers to build their knowledge, skills and confidence. They have been developed by experts in teacher training and development and have a practical focus to help teachers improve their students’ learning and outcomes.
Our books, online courses and training services support teachers at every stage of their career. They provide:
Real results for your students
Our practical approach helps teachers to develop their skills and confidence and make a real difference for learners in the classroom.
Development that fits around teaching schedules
Our books and online courses are designed to be used whenever and wherever is convenient, helping teachers to develop their own skills and expertise while supporting their students.
Extensive coverage
Our materials cover all of the key skills teachers need, plus new and emerging topics to keep them up-to-date with the latest developments in teaching and learning.
Expert insights
Our content is authored by experts, underpinned by research into the key principles of effective CPD programmes and aligned to the Cambridge English Teaching Framework.
Flexible, scalable options
Whether you’re a teacher looking for classroom activities or self-study materials, or a manager who needs a tailored package to meet the needs of individual teachers across your institution, we can help.
The CELTA Course, Second Edition
Get ready for CELTA with our complete preparation course.
Principles of effective teacher development
Our training services are underpinned by expert research into effective teacher development to ensure that teachers and learners will see positive, measurable and long-term results. From recent research, we have identified the seven key principles for successful teacher development. These make up the INSPIRE framework, which informs our approach to professional learning and development and ensures CPD programmes are:
Self-study materials
Our self-study materials are designed to be used whenever and wherever is convenient, helping teachers to find the time to develop their skills while still focusing on their learners.
Support for teaching qualifications
Our preparation courses help teachers to get ready to take the world’s most widely recognised teaching qualifications from Cambridge.
Prepare for the TKTÂ
Our official preparation materials contain everything teachers need to get ready for their TKT (Teaching Knowledge Test). Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â
Books for CELTA preparation
The CELTA Course will help teachers to prepare for their CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Speakers of Other Languages). Available as a Trainee Book and Trainer's Manual.
Online teacher development courses
Choose from our range of online self-study courses, designed to build teachers' core skills and understanding of emerging areas of interest.Â
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We recommend that teachers have a B2 level of English or above to take these courses.
Our online courses are:
Convenient and flexible
Teachers can log in and study online whenever and wherever is best for them, so it’s easy to fit the learning around busy teaching schedules.
Interactive and practical
They contain input, interactive exercises, review sections, tasks and guidance to help teachers apply their learning in the classroom.
Easy to access
They are available through Cambridge One.
Rewarded
Teachers receive a Certificate of Completion at the end of their course.
Professional learning and development for educational managers
The Cambridge Educational Management book series provides accessible support for new and experienced managers on key topics of current or emerging interest in English language teaching.Â
Leading Technological Change
This book brings together both theory and practice surrounding change management in the specific context of language schools and language teaching programs, and in particular focuses on the introduction of, or updating of, technology in those programs. In doing so, it deals with the fundamental processes in order to successfully choose, introduce, develop and maintain technological change in language teaching organisations.
Cultivating Teacher Wellbeing
Cultivating Teacher Wellbeing provides an understanding of both managerial and teacher wellbeing, along with a set of practical strategies which educational managers can use to support the wellbeing of teachers in their school. It aims not only to help prevent stress and mental health problems in the workforce, but also to promote high levels of flourishing and thriving in the school environment. Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â
Promoting Professional Learning
This practical book explores the
critical role of teacher development in improving student learning. It draws on recent research to provide academic managers with a framework for planning and leading effective and measurable teacher learning programmes. It also includes practical scenarios, case studies and examples to demonstrate how the guidance can be successfully applied in a variety of contexts.                             Â
Essential titles for educational managers
From Teacher to Manager
A handbook which relates theory to real-life scenarios and case studies, and invites managers to reflect on these in the context of their own work situation.
Teacher Training
Essentials  Â
A book of ready to use workshops for professional development, containing a bank of workshops for teacher trainers running pre- and in-service training courses.
Jack C. Richards' 50 Tips for Teacher Development
This book offers 50 practical ideas for teachers to use for professional development. Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â
Language development for teachers
Our language development resources help teachers improve their English language skills and understanding, leading to a better experience for learners.
Scott Thornbury's 101 Grammar Questions
Accessible answers to grammar questions that are regularly asked by English language teachers.
Grammar for English Language Teachers, Second edition Â
An ideal reference for teachers who are developing their knowledge of English grammar systems. Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â
English Phonetics and Phonology, Fourth edition
A complete basic course which combines academic material with practical exercises. Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â
Online training for teachers of Cambridge courses
Teachers in institutions that use a Cambridge course with their students, can access free online training modules to help them to deliver the course.Â
Primary
Teaching with...
- Cambridge Little Steps
- Cambridge Primary Path
- Guess What!
- Pippa and Pop
- Power Up
- Super Minds Second Edition
Secondary
Teaching with...
- Collaborate
- Own it!
- Prepare Second Edition
- Shape it!
- Think Second Edition
Adult
Teaching with...
- Empower Second Edition and American Empower
- Evolve
- Evolve Digital
- Interchange Fifth Edition
- Unlock Second Edition
Exams
Teaching with Open World
Technology and digital pedagogy
How to teach with...
- Cambridge One
- Practice Extra and the Digital Workbook
- Presentation Plus
- Test and Train
How to access
Teaching with Open World
The Teaching with Open World course is available on the Open World webpage.
Your home for digital learning
All other training courses are available via Cambridge One. Simply log into your Cambridge One account and click on the 'My training' tab for instant access.
Additional training services 
for teachers of Cambridge courses
Tutor-led training services
If you have a group of teachers with the same development needs, or your teachers need more personalised support than a self-study course can provide, choose our tutor-led training.
Face-to-face training
Our experienced trainers will work with you to understand your requirements before visiting your institution to deliver face-to-face sessions that meet the specific needs of your teachers.
Tailored programmes
No two teachers are the same. Within your institution you will have colleagues with different levels of experience and different development needs, who learn at different paces.
Successful teacher development programmes need to be carefully designed to meet the unique needs of individual teachers and managers, but creating customised programmes for each teacher within an institution can be time consuming. Cambridge’s tailored programmes can help, giving you more time to focus on your learners.
Reasons to choose a tailored programme:
Sustained development
Needs-based
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Impactful
How tailored programmes work
• Teachers take an online self-assessment, mapped to the Cambridge English Teaching Framework, highlighting areas for personal development.
• The trainer carries out a needs analysis to establish a profile of the context and requirements of teachers and learners in the institution.
The trainer will design a customised professional development programme to meet your objectves.
• Teachers work to complete their plans over an agreed period of time, supported by the trainer.
• Teachers work together to share ideas and reflect on their learning.
• Progress is monitored throughout the programme.
• The programme content and the level and type of support provided are adjusted as needed to ensure the programme delivers real, sustainable results.
Publications
Our award-winning books and eBooks support educators along their professional development path so that they can help teachers and learners to reach their full potential. Â
Books for everyday teaching
Discover practical books and eBooks for teachers looking to develop their knowledge and improve classroom practice, ranging from short, easy-to-understand introductions to photocopiable resources, and reference works.
Assessment and language testing
Find books and eBooks that guide teachers through assessment and language testing practices.
Books for teaching courses
Find materials to support you with your teaching course or qualification.
