For Primary/Junior teachers who wish to extend their teaching qualifications to Grade 10. In order to teach at the intermediate level in a school, a teacher must have a “teachable” subject. Western offers 15 different subject areas from which to choose. The Intermediate course is a prerequisite for admission to the Principal’s program in Ontario. …
This is an introduction to the use of drama in the elementary and secondary schools as a subject and teaching methodology. Topics include the use of dramatic conventions to enhance students’ learning through role playing, improvising and interpreting texts, and participatory workshops to improve teacher skills in using drama in the classroom. Prerequisites Prerequisites for …
This course involves an in-depth exploration of drama teaching methodologies such as teacher-in-role, whole class improvisations, and conventions for structuring drama. Candidates examine the curriculum planning with a focus on creating learning opportunities through reflective practice and assessment of student achievement. Prerequisites Prerequisites for Part 2: Completion of Part 1 or the equivalent: A current …
Part 1 – With a focus on the intermediate /senior level, this course begins to develop the strategies and skills necessary for the teaching of instrumental music including: knowledge of brass, woodwind, conducting, score-reading and transposition, lesson planning, examination of current resources, evaluation, program organization, and varied approaches to music learning. Creativity, critical thinking and …
Part 1 – This additional qualification focuses on instruction in the vocal program for these divisions. Topics will include the building of community in a vocal class and choral ensemble, aural skills and conducting, musical literacy, score preparation, repertoire-based teaching with a focus on Canadian resources, ensemble teamwork in an adaptive world, use of technology to …
