This course provides teachers with the opportunity to draw on their knowledge and understanding of the foundations, vision and underlying philosophy of effective reading instruction. Teachers will apply current educational theory regarding reading instruction, program planning, and assessment and evaluation to promote strategic, lifelong readers. They will gain a deep understanding of leadership in relation …
This is an introductory course that focuses on both the theory and practice behind special education in Ontario schools. Teachers will walk away from this course with the knowledge, skills and confidence relating to: all categories of exceptionality in Ontario teaching strategies that can be used to reach every student experience with effective program planning …
This course will provide you with in depth information, ideas, strategies and interventions to develop special education programs based upon appropriate assessment of students identified as exceptional. You will take a closer look at current Ministry policies, resources and initiatives. Various discussions and tasks will allow you to share best practices and other relevant ideas …
Special Education Specialist extends the knowledge and skills of Part 2 with a focus on application and leadership skills in the area of special education at the school, board and ministry levels. Teachers will complete the Ministry of Education’s Student Profile template and build on that profile information throughout the course to complete a variety …
Many schools are populated with a student body comprised of English Language Learners from various cultural and linguistic backgrounds. ESL Part 1 offers teachers a better understanding of how to meet the growing needs of English Language Learners. Focusing on theories of second language acquisition, course participants will learn how to assess, accommodate and program …
