Formerly known as The Math Strands Across the Primary Curriculum. In this session, we will deconstruct the expectations within the Measurement, Geometry & Spatial Sense, Pattering & Algebra, and Data Management & Probability so as to best support teaching through problem-solving and have students “think mathematically” as opposed to simply “doing math”. This session will …
Guidance and Career Education Part 1 is a foundational course, designed for both the classroom teacher and for the educator who is interested in pursuing a Guidance role in their school board. Guidance and Career Education Part 1 will help teachers apply guidance principles to their classroom teaching, including effective strategies for implementing Creating Pathways …
Guidance and Career Education Part 2 builds on many of the areas explored in Guidance and Career Education Part 1. Guidance and Career Education Part 2 explores new Ministry of Education initiatives, career development processes, school-to-work transitions, co-operative education, career assessment methods and ethical considerations in both individual and group counselling. Issues such as equity, …
Course Description This course is based on the new three part specialist course designed to address the needs of teachers of full day kindergarten classes. This introductory course will give teachers an overview of the ideal structure for an exemplary full day program. Early years teachers will be given ideas and tools to use with …
Mathematics (Primary/Junior) Part 1 offers opportunities to explore a variety of manipulative materials and to develop a balanced, rich, and challenging mathematics program for students in grades 1 to 6. Candidates explore issues such as increasing communication in mathematics, developmentally appropriate curriculum, gaining confidence in teaching and learning mathematics, and problem-solving skills. Organization and planning, …
