EDUC 9F78 – Basic teaching strategies in all subject areas taught at the primary level. Current principles of child development and learning and curriculum at the primary level. Lectures, seminar. Prerequisite(s): an undergraduate degree and valid certification to teach in Ontario. Note: may be available on-site, online or blended. For teachers who are seeking qualification in …
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 …
The Teaching Combined Grades Additional Qualification course is designed to help teachers reflect on and develop strategies and skills to navigate the challenges of teaching in a combined-grades classroom. Participants will explore the importance of establishing classroom norms that promote a positive, safe, and equitable learning environment. By familiarizing themselves with the Ontario Curriculum documents, …
Candidates enrolled in this course will examine the dual mandate of Catholic education regarding the adaptation of Ministry of Education curriculum expectations from a Catholic perspective. Candidates will reflect on the characteristics of Catholic schools that enable students to develop academically and spiritually within a safe, nurturing learning environment. Based on this foundation, candidates will …
The underlying purpose of the Additional Basic Qualification course is to extend the skills and knowledge for teaching in the primary division and subject-specific primary division program. At least one half of the course concentrates on subject specific content. Successful completion of the course developed from this guideline enables teachers to receive the Additional Basic …
