Teacher candidates will build on their theoretical understanding to design, implement and assess programs and/or practices. Curriculum expectations, methodology, essential elements and resources for Junior and Senior Kindergarten programs will be examined from an integrated studies perspective with a hands-on, real-life application approach to learning. Teacher candidates will also apply teaching practices that reflect the …
Teacher candidates will demonstrate leadership in the application of theories of early childhood development, and in the understanding and application of conceptual frameworks for early childhood education. This course will focus on leadership; modeling best practices; creating and writing programming; networking; implementing current technology; a variety of reflective practices; assessment and evaluation; an understanding of …
This one session course is intended for educators interested in extending and applying knowledge, skills and practices in the design, implementation and assessment of the Mathematics curriculum. This course will focus on the analysis and implementation of newly revised Ministry of Education curriculum documents, Ministry publications and school board policies. A blend of theoretical understandings …
The reading process; the relationship of reading to other aspects of language development; reading and cognitive development; sensory aspects of reading. An extensive study of current trends, problems and procedures in teaching reading; program organization. Evaluation of instructional materials in relation to the reading process and the needs, interests, and abilities of children. Evaluating and …
An intensive study of the reading process; the relationship between oracy and literacy; pattern of growth and development in literacy. An intensive study of current trends, problems and procedures in teaching reading. Children’s literature in the program. Evaluation of instructional materials in relation to the reading process and the needs, interests and abilities of children. …
