This course provides candidates with a strong foundation and understanding of the vision and underlying philosophy related to Junior Education. The course is designed to support the development of skills and knowledge needed by teachers to explore, design, deliver and assess effective Junior Education programs and is based on the theory and practice related to …
Kindergarten Part 1 is the first of a three session specialist Additional Qualification (AQ). Kindergarten Part 1 is for Candidates interested in updating their skills or enhancing their professional knowledge about effective early years practice with children aged 3.5 – 6 years. This AQ asks Candidates to explore theoretical foundations, the development of young children, …
Kindergarten Part 2 asks Candidates to apply and extend what they are learning about theoretical foundations, the development of young children, program planning and implementation, assessment, the learning environment and ethical considerations related to teaching and learning in the early years. Participants will reflect on the knowledge they gained from Part 1 and will refine …
This course is designed to extend and deepen the application of concepts discussed in Kindergarten, Parts 1 and 2. Communicating with families and supporting and mentoring colleagues in their practices in the Kindergarten classroom will be explored. Candidates will have opportunities to communicate and apply learning through practical experiences, discussion, networking and sharing the products of their …
The Additional Qualification Course, Language, Grades 7 and 8 explores the theoretical foundations, the development of learners, program planning and implementation, assessment, the learning environment and ethical considerations related to teaching and learning. Candidates will participate in an adult learning model, where it will be important to create support networks, receive feedback from colleagues, the …
