Program Overview

Introduction to the Microcredential in Active Teaching of Social Sciences in Primary Education

The proposed micro-credential addresses a real and growing training need among teachers, especially primary school teachers, who must teach the subject of Environmental Knowledge without having received in-depth specific training. This situation harms the students and contributes to the professional insecurity of the teachers, limiting the possibilities of developing critical thinking, historical awareness, and sensitivity towards the environment and culture.

Objectives

The objectives of this micro-credential are to:

• Improve the educational foundations in History, Geography, and Art, with special attention to the content of the Primary Education stage.
• Promote the use of active methodologies applied to the teaching of the humanities.
• Increase critical thinking and intercultural awareness, promoting an inclusive education that respects diversity.
• Design innovative teaching proposals that allow teachers to integrate technological content with the content of the subjects studied.

Programme

The programme consists of six modules:

1. Fundamentals of History, Geography, and Art in Primary Education (3 ECTS) - CO1, CO4, C2
2. Active methodologies applied to the Humanities (0.5 ECTS) - CO2, C1, H4
3. Cultural heritage and diversity in the classroom (1 ECTS) - CO3, C2, H3
4. Creation of digital resources for teaching (0.5 ECTS) - C4, H1, H4
5. Design of interdisciplinary teaching proposals (0.5 ECTS) - C1, C3, H2
6. Teacher reflection and professional improvement (0.5 ECTS) - C3, H2, H3

Recipients

This course is designed for primary school teachers seeking to expand their knowledge in the humanities. The ideal candidate is a teacher with an interest in and curiosity about new teaching methodologies, looking to enhance their professional development in both the humanities and new technologies.

Selection Criteria

In the event that the number of applications exceeds the number of places offered, a selection will be made based on the following objectively weighted criteria:

1. Academic record (40%)
2. Letter of motivation (20%)
3. Experience in outreach activities (20%)
4. Training in active methodologies (10%)
5. Accreditation of official studies not completed related to the subjects (10%)

Academic Management and Faculty

The academic direction is led by MŞ Isabel de la Rubia Rivas.

Duration and Development

• Modality: Online
• Number of credits: 6
• Contact hours: 24 synchronous hours
• Place of delivery: URJC virtual classroom
• Opening hours: Tuesday afternoon
• Start and end date: 8/09/2026 to 24/11/2026

Reservation of Place and Enrollment

• Pre-registration period: May 1, 2026, to September 6, 2026
• Enrollment deadline: May 1, 2026, to September 6, 2026
• Title price: 350
• Possibility of scholarship: No

The start of the course is subject to the minimum number (10) of enrolled students.

Documentation to Attach, Forms, and Place of Delivery

The applicant will present all the scanned documentation in the allowed formats. The required documentation includes:

• National Identity Document or equivalent
• University degree of the studies that give access to the requested postgraduate degree
• Curriculum vitae
• Responsible declaration of veracity of the data provided in digital format
• Any other document required by the Academic Department of Continuing Education for acceptance

For students with foreign qualifications, additional documentation such as a passport or residence card, foreign Higher Education Degree, and others may be required.

Microcredentials

Microcredentials are intended for students with or without a previous official university degree, allowing for the certification of learning results linked to short-term training activities. Successful completion of these courses through the corresponding assessment tests will entitle the student to obtain a Certificate with the name of the respective course.