In the age of Googling, the job of librarians is more important than ever! Stand up and be counted as a role model for resource-based learning where collections encompass a vast array of information tools from books to bytes in the virtual world. Wherever information is, we should be able to find it. Wherever learning …
Course Description This course will explore key concepts such as fostering reading and literacy skills, promoting independent research and information literacy, curating resources and technologies, and developing digital literacy and multimedia skills to support lifelong learning in today’s information- and knowledge-based society. By examining the Ontario curriculum considerations for program planning and cross-curricular and integrated …
The Teaching Combined Grades Additional Qualification course is designed to help teachers reflect on and develop strategies and skills to navigate the challenges of teaching in a combined-grades classroom. Participants will explore the importance of establishing classroom norms that promote a positive, safe, and equitable learning environment. By familiarizing themselves with the Ontario Curriculum documents, …
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 …
English as a second language teaching has been influenced by a whole range of theories which are connected to particular teaching methods and techniques for instruction. Classroom context, the continuous intake of students, the learner’s native language, cultural background and academic orientation are among many of the factors that influence teaching and student progress in …
