Junior Curriculum and Instruction (Junior ABQ)

A course specifically designed for certificated teachers in any but the junior 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 junior division. Meaningful applications are expected in appropriate settings. Practical activities form an integral part of the course.
 
Credit Weight:
  • 1.0
Prerequisite(s):
  • An acceptable University Degree

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Cost: 
$725.00
Course Start-End: 
Monday, October 2, 2023 to Friday, December 15, 2023
Delivery Method: 
Online
Course Code: 
EDUC 4640
Campus: 
Online
Course Calendar Link: 
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PD Course Type: 
Additional Basic Qualification (ABQ)

Guidance and Career Education Part 1

This course is an introduction to school counselling, child development, counselling theories, and interpersonal skills. Practical activities form an integral part of this course.
 
Credit Weight:
  • 1.0
Prerequisite(s):
  • Certificate of Qualification

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Cost: 
$650.00
Course Start-End: 
Monday, October 2, 2023 to Friday, December 15, 2023
Delivery Method: 
Online
Course Code: 
EDUC 4580
Campus: 
Online
Course Calendar Link: 
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PD Course Type: 
Additional Qualification (AQ)

Teaching English Language Learners, Part 1

This course emphasizes the various aspects of the teaching of English as a second language such as:

  • Comprehension
  • Conversation
  • Pronunciation
  • Structure of the language
  • Reading
  • Writing

  • Canadiana

It does so in the context of socio-cultural objectives including appreciation of the value of students' native cultural heritage; cultural and emotional adjustment to Canada; awareness of the cultural sensibilities of the different ethnic groupings in the ESL classroom; and knowledge of community resources available to non-English speaking students. The practical activities form an integral part of this course.
 
Credit Weight:
  • 1.0
Prerequisite(s):
  • Certificate of Qualification

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Cost: 
$650.00
Course Start-End: 
Monday, October 2, 2023 to Friday, December 15, 2023
Delivery Method: 
Online
Course Code: 
EDUC 4601
Campus: 
Online
Course Calendar Link: 
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PD Course Type: 
Additional Qualification (AQ)

Principal's Qualification Program (PQP) Part 1

Principal Qualification Program (PQP) Part I introduces you to the fundamental aspects of leading and managing a school as an administrator. This course involves coursework and the development and approval of your Leadership Practicum Proposal.

PQP Part I is for experienced teachers who have an interest in becoming a school principal.

Prerequisite(s):
  • A university degree recorded on your Ontario College of Teachers Certificate of Qualification
  • Qualifications in three (3) divisions, including the Intermediate Division, recorded on your Ontario College of Teachers Certificate of Qualification
  • Five (5) years of successful teaching experience, certified by a Supervisory Officer
  • Two (2) Specialist qualifications or a Master’s degree or one specialist qualification and completion of half of the requirements for a Master’s degree
How to Apply:
To apply for PQP Part I you must submit the following to the Department of Professional Development in Education:
  • Current copy of your Certificate of Qualification
  • Completed proof of successful teaching experience form (Available here)

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Cost: 
$950.00
Course Start-End: 
Monday, October 2, 2023 to Friday, December 15, 2023
Delivery Method: 
Online
Course Code: 
EDUC 9505
Campus: 
Thunder Bay
PD Course Type: 
Principal's Qualification Program (PQP)

Teaching Students with Communication Needs - Autism Spectrum Disorder

Teaching Students with Communication Needs – Autism aims to enhance candidates’ professional knowledge surrounding Autism Spectrum Disorder, including strategies for student success, classroom management, and inclusion.

Credit Weight:
  • 1.0
Prerequisite(s):
  • An acceptable University Degree

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Cost: 
$650.00
Course Start-End: 
Monday, October 2, 2023 to Friday, December 15, 2023
Delivery Method: 
Online
Course Code: 
EDUC 4746
Campus: 
Online
Course Calendar Link: 
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PD Course Type: 
Additional Qualification (AQ)

Teaching and Learning through E-Learning

This course was developed in response to the Covid-19 pandemic. It provides practical online teaching strategies (for elementary and secondary) that are rooted in theory and will benefit educators today and in a post-Covid educational landscape. In their keystone project, candidates will apply these strategies to construct a mini-unit of online instruction for their grade and subject of choice. While candidates will examine and discuss various learning platforms, technology tutorials are not the focus of the course. As they develop the their online teaching practice, candidates will critically examine:

  • the theoretical foundations of e-learning
  • instructional design strategies
  • assessment and evaluation in e-learning
  • best practices in synchronous and asynchronous online teaching and ethical considerations related to e-learning

 

Credit Weight:
  • 1.0
Prerequisite(s):
  • Certificate of Qualification

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Cost: 
$650.00
Course Start-End: 
Monday, October 2, 2023 to Friday, December 15, 2023
Delivery Method: 
Online
Course Code: 
EDUC 4503
Campus: 
Online
Course Calendar Link: 
Course Calendar
PD Course Type: 
Additional Qualification (AQ)

Teacher Leadership, Specialist

A critical application of leadership theories in schools or organizations through various projects.

Credit Weight:1.0

Prerequisite(s):

Education 4781 and Education 4782 or Parts I and II (on Certificate of Qualification); two years teaching experience with one of the years in the area of specialization; and signature of supervisory officer.

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Cost: 
$650.00
Course Start-End: 
Monday, October 2, 2023 to Friday, December 15, 2023
Delivery Method: 
Online
Course Code: 
EDUC 4783
Campus: 
Online
Course Calendar Link: 
Course Calendar
PD Course Type: 
Additional Qualification (AQ)

Teacher Leadership, Part 1

Teacher Leadership, Part 1 provides candidates with the opportunity to gain knowledge about the forms of leadership, qualities of leadership and ways that leadership are portrayed within the school community. The course supports the expectations outlined in the Ministry of Education curriculum policy documents and other Ministry of Education policies. This course will be of interest to all teachers who are interested in acquiring the basic knowledge necessary to enhance their understanding and
professional journey of teacher leadership.

Credit Weight:
  • 1.0
Prerequisite(s):
  • Certificate of Qualification

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Cost: 
$650.00
Course Start-End: 
Monday, October 2, 2023 to Friday, December 15, 2023
Delivery Method: 
Online
Course Code: 
EDUC 4781
Campus: 
Online
Course Calendar Link: 
Course Calendar
PD Course Type: 
Additional Qualification (AQ)

Student Assessment and Evaluation

The Student Assessment and Evaluation Additional Qualification course will allow teachers to build on
their current assessment and evaluation practices through exploration of current assessment theories and
practices, Ontario education policies and principles, and critical reflection. Design and implementation of
assessment and evaluation practices will be strengthened through practical applications. In addition,
focus will be placed on culturally-responsive pedagogy, Indigenous pedagogy, and equity to support
learning and achievement for all students.

 
Credit Weight:
  • 1.0
Prerequisite(s):
  • Certificate of Qualification

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Cost: 
$650.00
Course Start-End: 
Monday, October 2, 2023 to Friday, December 15, 2023
Delivery Method: 
Online
Course Code: 
EDUC 4508
Campus: 
Thunder Bay
Course Calendar Link: 
Course Calendar
PD Course Type: 
Additional Qualification (AQ)

Special Education Part 1

This course provides an overview of the characteristics and needs of exceptional children and adolescents as well as an introduction to special education legislation and service-delivery in Ontario. Special Education Part 1 also surveys methods of identifying and assisting exceptional students. The course includes practical activities for the identification, programming, and reporting of exceptional students.
  • Textbook Required
Credit Weight:
  • 1.0
Prerequisite(s):
  • Certificate of Qualification

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Note: Students who have previous credit in Education 4510 may not take Education 4584 for credit.

Cost: 
$650.00
Course Start-End: 
Monday, October 2, 2023 to Friday, December 15, 2023
Delivery Method: 
Online
Course Code: 
EDUC 4584
Campus: 
Online
Course Calendar Link: 
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PD Course Type: 
Additional Qualification (AQ)

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