Publicly funded Catholic schools are an enduring gift to our students and the province. By deepening our awareness of the dimensions of the special call to teach in our schools and the privileged role they play in our communities, teachers can better understand their place in Catholic education. Teaching in a Catholic School is designed …
A 21st century educator has a vast array of technological tools at their disposal to enhance student learning in their incredibly diverse classrooms. In this course, we will explore the theoretical foundations behind the use and knowledge of assistive technology and learn to understand the meaning behind the statement “Good for all, necessary for some”. …
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 …
This course will challenge you to think about your teaching practice and your love of the outdoors and to link your passion to the possibilities of experiential outdoor education. You’ll look at the philosophy of outdoor education and at the analysis and implementation of Ontario curriculum documents and publications and school board policies related to …
This course critically explores various aspects of school safety and social acceptance by delving into some of the major themes that reflect school culture: bullying and victimization, cultural awareness, gender expression, and special needs issues and biases. You will be exploring these topics in a broader sense as they pertain to teaching and learning, and …
