Special Education for Administrators prepares school and board system leaders to understand, address and support the needs of exceptional learners, with particular emphasis on anti-oppression, equity, and inclusion. While examining local, provincial, and federal policy, candidates will build a comprehensive understanding of the needs of exceptional learners so that they can foster an empowering special education …
This course provides an overview of the characteristics and needs of exceptional children and adolescents as well as an introduction to special education legislation and service-delivery in Ontario. Special Education Part 1 also surveys methods of identifying and assisting exceptional students. The course includes practical activities for the identification, programming, and reporting of exceptional students. …
Special Education – Part 1 is an Additional Qualification (AQ) course. This course is a prerequisite for teaching special education in Ontario’s schools. You will have an opportunity to develop an understanding of the categories and definitions of various exceptionalities as defined in ministry documents. In relation to the developmental and special needs of students, …
The Additional Qualification Course: Special Education, Part I, employs a critical, pedagogical lens to explore, in a holistic and integrated manner, the theoretical foundations, development of learners, program planning and implementation, instructional practices, assessment and evaluation, the learning environment and ethical considerations related to teaching and learning across the divisions. This course supports the enhancement …
This course assists teachers in developing advanced level competencies in identifying, assessing, and programming for exceptional students. The course includes practical activities involving the development, implementation, and full reporting of an instructional program with an exceptional student. Credit Weight: 1.0 Prerequisite(s): Part 1 (on Certificate of Qualification) One year of teaching Signature of supervisory officer
