Got a topic in biology, physics or chemistry at KS3 or GCSE level you're unsure about? Perhaps you just want a crash course in everything to make sure you've got no gaps. Or maybe there's an area you're super interested in and want to know more? This class does what it says on the tin. My classes are student-led: I tailor our lessons around your needs - let me know what you need and I will deliver. I can support with - Test Preparation - Subject knowledge enhancement (topic wise) - Creating learning resources - Project work pertaining to subjects

### Agile DSDM (Dynamic Systems Development Method) Course Syllabus for Students Ages 11-21 #### Course Overview: This course introduces young learners to the principles and practices of Agile Project Management with a focus on the Dynamic Systems Development Method (DSDM). Through interactive activities, real-world examples, and collaborative projects, students will learn how to manage and deliver projects efficiently using Agile techniques. #### Course Objectives: - Understand the basic concepts of Agile and DSDM. - Learn to apply DSDM principles in project management. - Develop skills in planning, managing, and completing projects. - Foster teamwork and communication skills. #### Prerequisites: - Interest in project management and team collaboration. - No prior experience in Agile methodologies required. #### Course Outline: **Week 1: Introduction to Agile and DSDM** - What is Agile? (Interactive discussion) - History and evolution of DSDM. - Fun activity: Building a Lego tower using Agile principles. - Introduction to the 8 principles of DSDM. **Week 2: DSDM Philosophy and Principles** - Exploring DSDM principles through games and activities. - Focus on business needs and delivering value. - Collaborative project: Plan a mock school event using DSDM principles. **Week 3: DSDM Process and Lifecycle** - Overview of the DSDM process model. - Understanding project phases with a role-play activity. - Interactive timeline creation of DSDM phases. **Week 4: DSDM Techniques and Practices** - MoSCoW prioritization game. - Timeboxing with fun, timed challenges. - Workshop: Designing a simple app or website iteratively. **Week 5: Requirements and User Stories** - Brainstorming session: Gathering project requirements. - Writing user stories with a story-telling activity. - Creating a project backlog for a class project. **Week 6: Planning and Control in DSDM** - Project planning with a classroom simulation. - Risk management through a "What If?" game. - Tracking progress using a physical Kanban board. **Week 7: Agile Project Management Tools** - Introduction to project management tools (kid-friendly versions). - Hands-on session with tools like Trello or simple spreadsheets. - Group discussion on how tools help manage projects. **Week 8: Building Agile Teams** - Team-building exercises and games. - Understanding roles in Agile teams through role-play. - Effective communication: Practicing active listening and feedback. **Week 9: Real-World Applications and Case Studies** - Exploring how Agile and DSDM are used in different industries. - Case studies: Successful projects managed with Agile. - Group activity: Analyzing a case study and presenting findings. **Week 10: Review and Quiz Preparation** - Review of key concepts with fun quizzes and games. - Practice exams and interactive Q&A sessions. - Group study sessions to prepare for the final quiz. **Week 11: Final Quiz** - Comprehensive quiz covering all course material. - Evaluation and feedback session. **Week 12: Project Presentation and Course Wrap-Up** - Student presentations of their project work. - Reflecting on the learning experience. - Course wrap-up, certificates, and celebration. #### Course Materials: - Handouts and worksheets on Agile and DSDM concepts. - Access to kid-friendly project management tools (e.g., Trello, Kanban boards). - Videos and interactive content explaining Agile principles. #### Assessment Methods: - Weekly quizzes and participation in activities. - Group project and individual assignments. - Final quiz and project presentation. #### Additional Resources: - Online forums for young Agile learners. - Recommended reading list of beginner-friendly project management books. - Access to webinars and workshops for young Agile enthusiasts. #### Instructor Contact Information: - [Instructor Name] - Email: [Instructor Email] - Office Hours: [Instructor Office Hours] This syllabus aims to engage young learners in Agile DSDM through interactive and fun activities, making the concepts accessible and enjoyable while fostering essential project management and teamwork skills.

I help professionals communicate clearly and confidently in meetings and stakeholder conversations in English. If you need to lead discussions, explain decisions, or handle pushback — this is for you. Many professionals can speak English, but struggle to: Lead meetings confidently Explain ideas clearly and concisely Handle difficult conversations Respond effectively to questions or challenges That’s what we focus on. With over 15 years of leading international programmes, I understand how communication works in real business environments — especially under pressure. Sessions are practical and focused on real scenarios: Leading and structuring meetings Explaining complex ideas clearly Handling questions, objections, and pushback Speaking with clarity and confidence This is not general English. It’s focused coaching to help you communicate effectively in real work situations. 👉 You’ll leave each session with clear improvements you can apply immediately.

Complex academic and professional goals become manageable when the objective is clear, the methodology is sound, the work is properly planned, and decisions are based on structured reasoning rather than improvisation. I am a PhD-qualified engineer, university professor, published researcher, former senior academic leader, project practitioner, and multidisciplinary mentor with more than 30 years of experience across teaching, research, supervision, engineering, project planning, management, professional development, and decision support. This class provides personalized guidance for university students, graduate researchers, engineers, professionals, managers, career changers, and adult learners. Depending on your objective, we can focus on one of three clearly defined pathways or connect them when your situation genuinely requires an integrated approach. RESEARCH METHODS, THESIS & DISSERTATION • Defining and narrowing a research problem • Developing research questions and objectives • Formulating hypotheses • Building conceptual and theoretical frameworks • Literature-review strategy and source evaluation • Connecting theories, constructs, variables, and measurement • Quantitative research design • Qualitative research design • Mixed-methods research • Experimental, observational, survey, and case-study approaches • Population and sampling decisions • Sample-size considerations • Questionnaire and survey design • Reliability and validity • Operationalization of variables • Coding plans and data preparation • Research ethics and responsible data handling • Selecting appropriate analytical methods • Developing a coherent data-analysis plan • Interpreting quantitative and qualitative findings • Structuring methodology and results chapters • Connecting findings to research questions and hypotheses • Discussion, limitations, implications, and recommendations • Responding systematically to supervisor feedback • Preparing to explain and defend methodological decisions PROJECT MANAGEMENT & PROFESSIONAL EXECUTION • Project objectives and success criteria • Scope definition and requirements • Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) • Activity definition and sequencing • Network diagrams • Critical Path Method (CPM) • PERT and schedule uncertainty • Milestones and deliverables • Resource planning and allocation • Cost estimation and budgeting concepts • Project scheduling and control • Risk identification, analysis, and response planning • Stakeholder analysis • Communication planning • Quality and performance monitoring • Change management • Traditional, Agile, and hybrid approaches • Construction and engineering project contexts • Microsoft Project workflows • Primavera planning and scheduling • Diagnosing delayed or underperforming projects • Turning complex objectives into executable action plans CAREER STRATEGY & INTERVIEW PREPARATION • Clarifying career direction and professional objectives • Identifying transferable skills • Skills-gap analysis • Career-transition planning • Professional positioning and value proposition • CV and résumé strategy • Matching experience to job requirements • Preparing for behavioral interviews • Preparing for technical and analytical interviews • Structuring evidence-based answers • STAR and other response frameworks • Developing strong professional examples and stories • Mock-interview practice • Diagnosing weak or unclear answers • Communicating complex experience concisely • Preparing for questions about strengths, weaknesses, conflict, leadership, failure, and problem solving • Interview preparation for academic, technical, engineering, analytical, and management roles • Building a realistic professional-development plan My approach follows a common structured logic: define the objective → diagnose the current situation → identify constraints → select the appropriate methodology → build the plan → execute → monitor → evaluate → communicate the result → improve We can work with your research proposal, thesis plan, supervisor feedback, conceptual framework, questionnaire, methodology chapter, project schedule, WBS, risk register, MS Project or Primavera file, CV, job description, interview questions, or professional-development challenge. I do not simply provide generic templates or ready-made answers. I help you understand why a method or strategy fits your situation, what assumptions it depends on, how to evaluate alternatives, how to detect weaknesses, and how to defend the final decision clearly. Academic and professional integrity are essential. I provide teaching, methodological guidance, critical feedback, analytical support, planning, coaching, and supervision-style mentoring. I do not write assessed theses or dissertations, complete examinations, fabricate research results, or misrepresent a student’s or professional’s experience. My goal is to help you become the genuine owner of your research, project, or professional path—able to explain your decisions, manage complexity, communicate clearly, and move forward independently.

Project management and entrepreneurship are becoming essential skills this time and age as more and more innovative minds are rising with the intension of building a bsuiness and turn someone's ideas into reality , whether a new creative product or a project for a social , environmental cause. This class will equip you with the basics of project management to help you shape your ideas and see them grow in the markets