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 – …
Welcome to the Specialist course in Mathematics in Primary and Junior Education. 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 strong in mathematics, capable in leadership skills and passionate …
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 …
The PQP-I supports the candidates in developing leadership skills necessary to be an effective principal in today’s diverse and complex schools. In their role, principals need to develop and sustain positive and dynamic relationships in order to communicate clearly, identify and solve problems, anticipate and resolve conflict, and make decisions that reflect the best interests …
