English language learners (ELLs) entering Ontario classrooms will arrive with diverse and unique needs. Every ELL will bring unique cultural, social, academic, and linguistic backgrounds to your classroom. This course will enable you to cultivate a classroom environment that embraces diversity and celebrates the identity of every student while supporting ELLs through the difficult transition …
Teaching English Language Learners, part 1 has been developed to introduce teachers to the theory and practice of second language teaching and learning from a classroom teacher perspective. The course will prepare you to effectively teach English language learners in a variety of classroom settings. This course will examine underlying theories of language acquisition, the …
Teaching English Language Learners part 2 develops teacher expertise in the theory and practice of second language teaching and learning. This course will explore theories of language acquisition in depth, and consider the implementation of a safe, welcoming and equitable environment. It will develop expertise in ongoing and initial language proficiency assessment, programming development and …
Teaching English Language Learners, Specialist develops teacher leadership in this subject area. The course will prepare you to effectively lead and instruct colleagues in the development of programs for English language learners. This course will explore the relationship between theories of language acquisition and professional development, and consider the implementation Ministry and local English Language …
Publicly funded Catholic schools are an enduring gift to our students and the province. By deepening our awareness of the dimensions of the special call to teach in our schools and the privileged role they play in our communities, teachers can better understand their place in Catholic education. Teaching in a Catholic School is designed …
