Welcome to the Honours Specialist in Mathematics! This course signals an important step in your professional growth and in your career. And it is an opportune time to become a Specialist! Never before has mathematics education in Ontario required more leaders – leaders strong in mathematics, capable in leadership skills and passionate about our profession …
You might be someone who often uses software, hardware, and social media technology with your students. Or, you might be new to using computers in your classroom. Integration of Information and Computer Technology Part 1 is an opportunity to take your knowledge of computers in the classroom to the next level. This course will provide …
As teachers of the elementary grades we all like to pride ourselves on our own “bag of tricks” that seem to work for us in the teaching and learning of mathematics. Yet we are constantly searching for new ideas, techniques and strategies to improve our practice – anything that will help us reach all learners …
It is no secret that teachers tend to teach the way they were taught. If this way was the lecture-drill method then they will think of teaching as a way of giving information to students and marking worksheets. Does this sound familiar? As a student yourself, did you find mathematics interesting, challenging and meaningful – …
This course will enhance the understanding of effective practices and instructional strategies in Ontario classrooms. Teachers will explore the policies and strategies underpinning the Ontario curriculum, understand the procedures related to the Individual Education Plan process (IEP) and engage in course planning integrating differentiated instructions and universal design. Teachers will apply the Ethical Standards for …
