Social Sciences – Senior is an Additional Basic Qualification (ABQ) course. This course is designed to reflect the changes in Ministry documents and present course design and teaching strategies to reflect the Ministry’s new direction towards critical inquiry, critical and subject discipline thinking. This course will provide you with a strong foundation in teaching strategies and …
Special Education – Part 1 is an Additional Qualification (AQ) course. This course is a prerequisite for teaching special education in Ontario’s schools. You will have an opportunity to develop an understanding of the categories and definitions of various exceptionalities as defined in ministry documents. In relation to the developmental and special needs of students, …
Special Education – Part 2 extends the knowledge and skills of Part I. Critical to the delivery of special education is the ability of teachers to ensure positive learning experiences for students while providing teachers with more in-depth information and practice in special education. This course focuses on developing programs based on appropriate assessment for …
Special Education Specialist is open to all elementary or secondary teachers who have a basic qualification in general studies and who wish to deepen further their knowledge regarding students identified as exceptional. Special Education Specialist extends the knowledge and skills of Part 2 and continues to focus on theory and practice in special education. Critical to …
Course Description In Special Education Part 1, participants will closely examine exceptionalities and intersectional factors, developing a deep understanding of diverse student needs and the corresponding school supports. There is a strong emphasis on the role of the teacher in facilitating smooth student transitions, championing literacy, and implementing flexible assessment practices that align with the …
