Course Description In Special Education Part 1, participants will closely examine exceptionalities and intersectional factors, developing a deep understanding of diverse student needs and the corresponding school supports. There is a strong emphasis on the role of the teacher in facilitating smooth student transitions, championing literacy, and implementing flexible assessment practices that align with the …
Course Description Special Education Part 2 aims to equip them with comprehensive knowledge and skills for fostering inclusive and culturally responsive classrooms in Ontario. It explores key concepts like Universal Design for Learning (UDL), wellness, intersectionality, and Culturally Responsive and Relevant Pedagogy (CRRP), focusing on special education policy and equity implications.Participants delve into exceptionalities and …
This course is rooted in Ontario’s assessment and evaluation policies. Candidates will explore the practical application/implementation of these policies as outlined in the key documents: Growing Success, Learning for All, School Effectiveness Framework: A Support for School Improvement and Student Success, K-12 (2013) and curriculum documents. Candidates will reflect on current assessment practices and refine …
Student assessment and evaluation is an integral part of the teaching and learning process. Teachers in Ontario are required to use diverse forms of assessment to support and communicate progress in learning to students, parents, and school administrators. This course will build on your current assessment practice and support you in exploring ways to enhance …
Teacher leaders are champions for our students’ success—leading in the classroom, staffroom, and community. By developing their leadership skills, teachers can maximize their impact and the effect they have in their schools. This Teacher Leadership Part 1 course will allow you to focus on your own personal leadership growth and its connections to theory and …
