“As teachers become more familiar with which ideas are more complex for students and why, they are better able to ensure that their instruction is at the appropriate developmental level for students, and that it challenges students’ mathematical conceptions in appropriate ways. This minimizes the likelihood of students developing mathematical misconceptions.”(Small,M. (2009). Making Math Meaningful …
The Additional Qualification Course: Mathematics Primary and Junior, Specialist explores the theoretical foundations, the development of learners, program planning and implementation, assessment, the learning environment and ethical considerations related to teaching and learning across the divisions. Critical to the implementation of this course is the modeling of a positive learning environment that reflects care, professional …
This course is designed to provide candidates with knowledge of Ministry policies, learning theory and appropriate teaching strategies in the field of primary and junior mathematics. Stress is placed on critical teaching models in mathematics. The use of suitable concrete materials, the importance of ‘understanding’ before practice and the ability to plan child-centred learning experiences …
The Additional Qualification Reading Part I Online Course provided by Niagara University is a comprehensive introduction to the foundations of the complex task of teaching literacy skills for the twenty-first century. A focus on the components that create an engaging, cross-curricular literacy program will enable the participants to develop a solid understanding of what is …
The Additional Qualification Reading Part II Online Course provided by Niagara University allows the participants to develop a deeper understanding of the foundations of reading instruction first explored in Reading Part I. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in a more thorough investigation of the concepts of Reading Part I in order to further …
