Building from Guidance, Part I, this course provides an in-depth examination of skills and knowledge related to current Ministry of Education Guidance and Career Education documents. Career counselling, interviewing skills, program implementation and evaluation, and student record management are important areas of emphasis. Teachers will explore the roles and responsibilities in Guidance and Career Education, …
Building from Guidance, Part II, this course continues to provide teachers with the opportunity to develop their leadership skills. This course is designed to assist teachers in developing strategies, organization, and programs in guidance, using school and community resources. Topics will include curriculum development and planning; marketing, coordinating and evaluating guidance services; advanced counselling practicum …
The context of the kindergarten classroom is unique and the understanding of child development in the Early Years is essential to effective teaching. This course explores relevant learning theories, current research, policy changes and curriculum design for the kindergarten classroom. Teacher candidates will explore the potential of families, members of the community, early childhood educators, …
Teacher candidates will build on their theoretical understanding to design, implement and assess programs and/or practices. Curriculum expectations, methodology, essential elements and resources for Junior and Senior Kindergarten programs will be examined from an integrated studies perspective with a hands-on, real-life application approach to learning. Teacher candidates will also apply teaching practices that reflect the …
Teacher candidates will demonstrate leadership in the application of theories of early childhood development, and in the understanding and application of conceptual frameworks for early childhood education. This course will focus on leadership; modeling best practices; creating and writing programming; networking; implementing current technology; a variety of reflective practices; assessment and evaluation; an understanding of …
