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Intermediate: Family Studies ABQ (Brock, summer 2026, Online)

June 22, 2026 to August 16, 2026

  • Category: ABQ, Online
  • Region: Central Ontario, Eastern Ontario, GTA, Northern Ontario, Outside Ontario, Southern Ontario
  • Topic: ABQ, Family Studies
  • Grades: Intermediate (grades 7-10)

Course Description

This course focuses on the Grade 9 and 10 Family Studies curriculum, a multidisciplinary subject encompassing fashion and housing, food and nutrition, general family studies and raising/caring for children. You will learn to instruct students in theoretical perspectives and practical research related to individual and family development. The emphasis is on planning and implementing culturally responsive, inclusive and accessible programming and assessment that supports all learners and reflects contemporary family realities.

Learner Outcomes

  • apply ethical and professional standards in practice
  • design inclusive and culturally responsive Family Studies programming
  • utilize diverse instructional strategies (UDL, DI, experiential, inquiry)
  • create supportive learning environments that foster well-being and student agency
  • develop ethical and equitable assessment practices
  • foster community partnerships and civic engagement
  • engage in reflective practice and professional growth
  • address biases and promote equity in Family Studies

Prerequisites

1. OCT MEMBERSHIP confirming you are an OCT member with an undergraduate degree.

2. UNDERGRADUATE/GRADUATE UNIVERSITY TRANSCRIPT(S)

Your transcript(s) must show: The equivalent of 2.0 full undergraduate/graduate credits related to the family. Courses from many disciplines are acceptable (i.e., Psychology, Sociology, Child & Youth Studies, Women’s Studies, Gender Studies, Health, Fashion, etc.).