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The Additional Qualification Course: Special Education for Administrators employs a critical, pedagogical lens to explore in a holistic and integrated manner theoretical foundations, learning theory, program planning, development and implementation, instructional design and practices, assessment and evaluation, the learning environment, research and ethical considerations related to teaching and learning within and across the divisions. Through these explorations, …

Special Education, Part I, is an introductory course that explores special education practices in the province of Ontario. Candidates will become familiar with the different exceptionalities, and will explore effective program development, planning and implementation, and instructional strategies. Effective assessment practices will also be explored. The integration of students with special needs in the regular …

This course builds upon the policies, concepts, and strategies explored in the introductory course, Special Education, Part 1. Candidates will explore and extend their knowledge in the areas of curriculum design and delivery, programming, and assessment and evaluation, specific to special education practices in Ontario. Candidates will gain a deeper understanding of exceptionalities and the …

This course focuses on the process of the identification of students with learning disabilities, and the development, design, and implementation of programs that support teaching and learning for students with learning disabilities. Practical teaching strategies that promote an inclusive and positive environment within the classroom will be explored. The role of assistive technology in the …