The Teaching English Language Learners course utilizes the understanding of linguistic and sociocultural backgrounds to provide rich scaffolding and a conceptual framework to guide your teaching practice to meet the needs and development of language proficiency and language acquisition of English language learners in the classroom. Emphasis will be placed on inclusive practices and social …
Offered in partnership with Take Me Outside and our Outdoor Learning Partners. – Registration is FREE and there will be draw prizes for attendees! – All Virtual Workshops are 60 minutes and will take place at 4pm Pacific / 7pm Eastern – For those who can’t attend live these will each be recorded and all …
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 course is designed to provide candidates with knowledge of Ministry policies, learning theory and appropriate teaching strategies in the field of primary and junior mathematics. Stress is placed on critical teaching models in mathematics. The use of suitable concrete materials, the importance of ‘understanding’ before practice and the ability to plan child-centred learning experiences …
This course concentrates on critical factors which affect the learning of mathematics. The role of language in promoting understanding in this discipline is thoroughly examined. As well, assessment principles, diagnostic techniques and remediation strategies are considered in-depth. Emphasis is placed on mathematical thinking particularly through the development of problem solving skills. Integration of mathematics with …
