the profession of a teacher; "he prepared for teaching while still in college"; "pedagogy is recognized as an important profession"

the activities of educating or instructing or teaching; activities that impart knowledge or skill; "he received no formal education"; "our instruction was carefully programmed"; "good teaching is seldom rewarded"

a creative, challenging and invigorating profession which offers great prospects, solid support and a wide variety of activities and opportunities

a profession about which both educators and non-educators have strong opinions

The method of teaching at Ä°YTE varies according to department and according to lecturer. The general tone is set by classroom lectures as well as by the laboratory or design studio. Class attendance carries real weight in the educational system at Ä°YTE and is formally controlled. Attendance in formally organised laboratory or design studio sessions is equally important. The percentage-weight carried by attendance in each course is indicated on the course information sheet and syllabus. The method of classroom and laboratory/studio teaching is complemented by seminars and individual and team projects. See also Assessment Methods.