This one session course is designated for internationally educated teachers who are seeking to learn more about the Ontario: curriculum, pedagogies, assessment practices; policies; procedures; and programs. The course will highlight Ontario education from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 and give participants the basic knowledge related to teaching practices and school organization in Ontario. Prerequisites …
Course Description The Primary Basic Additional Qualification course focuses on educating the active, curious primary child in Kindergarten to grade 3. We begin our exploration with who the primary child is and some key characteristics and pedagogues (e.g. play, inquiry). We continue by building our instructional toolbox for the primary classroom including strategies for assessment …
The Primary Division: influences of philosophical, psychological and sociological foundations; curriculum expectations and guidelines; curriculum development in each of the major areas of the Primary Division Program; media and materials particular to each curriculum area, and instructional techniques. Teachers will explore ways to work collaboratively with parents/guardians and the community. Successful teachers will be reported …
This one session course is intended for educators interested in extending and applying knowledge, skills and practices in the design, implementation and assessment of the curriculum. This course will focus on the analysis and implementation of Ministry of Education curriculum documents, Ministry publications and school board policies. An examination of the philosophy of outdoor education; …
The Principal’s Qualification Program is a comprehensive learning experience comprised of 12 modules (totalling 125 hours of instruction) that explore the complex role of the school leader. This is a required program to move into the vice-principal role in publicly funded schools. Candidates must have: Ontario College of Teachers profile reflecting that they are a …
