Welcome to teaching at the junior division. Teaching in grades 4, 5 and 6 provides an opportunity to explore some interesting curriculum topics and concepts and work with children who are developing as more independent learners. As teachers we have many questions about how we can engage students in the learning process and how we …
Candidates enrolled in this course will examine the dual mandate of Catholic education regarding the adaptation of Ministry of Education curriculum expectations from a Catholic perspective. Candidates will reflect on the characteristics of Catholic schools that enable students to develop academically and spiritually within a safe, nurturing learning environment. Based on this foundation, candidates will …
The underlying purpose of the Additional Basic Qualification course is to extend the skills and knowledge for teaching in the junior division and subject-specific junior division program. At least one half of the course concentrates on subject specific content. Successful completion of the course developed from this guideline enables teachers to receive the Additional Basic …
The course, Inclusive Classroom – Part 1, will critically explore, through inquiry and collaboration, the frameworks and strategies related to creating and sustaining a safe, inclusive, equitable, accepting, and engaging learning environment for all students, no matter their unique cultural, social, academic, and linguistic background. Exploring the diverse social identities of students in our schools, …
As teachers, we need to develop an understanding of First Nations, Metis, and Inuit ways and perspectives so that we can implement culturally relevant strategies in our classrooms. This Additional Qualification course will focus on providing you with an increasing awareness and understanding of each separate group of Aboriginal peoples and the existing diversity of …
