OECTA’s Anti-Black Racism course, is aimed at fostering inclusive, respectful classrooms rooted in the Catholic values of dignity and equality. This course offers practical tools to ensure every student can thrive, emphasizing unity, fairness, and the moral duty to uphold justice. Module 1 – The Elephant in the Room addresses truths that need to be …
This course provides practical advice and pedagogy to successfully manage your classroom, in the 21st century. Sound classroom management is essential for student learning and successful teaching. Anchored in knowing your students, including our students with special needs, English Language Learners, and those who are First Nations, Metis Inuit indigenous learners, this course explores key …
Equitable and Inclusive school, Part 1 is designed to equip educators with the knowledge and skills necessary to foster inclusive learning environments. It begins with an exploration of self-identity and biases, followed by an understanding of student identities and the creation of equitable instructional spaces. Participants will learn about equity in data, trauma-informed teaching practices, and …
A course specifically designed for certificated teachers in any but the primary division. This course analyzes human development theories, curricular policies and guidelines, and teaching strategies and practices in major curricular areas, as they apply to the primary division. Meaningful applications are expected in appropriate settings. The practical activities form an integral part of the …
This course is designed to introduce practising, qualified teachers to teaching and learning in the Primary Division, which encompasses Kindergarten through to Grade 3. Primary learners have much to teach us. As children work their way through their learning, they create frameworks by which to learn throughout their lives. The work of the Primary educator …
