As teachers of the elementary grades we all like to pride ourselves on our own “bag of tricks” that seem to work for us in the teaching and learning of mathematics. Yet we are constantly searching for new ideas, techniques and strategies to improve our practice – anything that will help us reach all learners …
It is no secret that teachers tend to teach the way they were taught. If this way was the lecture-drill method then they will think of teaching as a way of giving information to students and marking worksheets. Does this sound familiar? As a student yourself, did you find mathematics interesting, challenging and meaningful – …
Welcome to the Specialist course in Mathematics in Primary and Junior Education. This course signals an important step in your professional growth and in your career. And it is an opportune time to become a “specialist”! Never before has mathematics education in Ontario required more leaders strong in mathematics, capable in leadership skills and passionate …
This course will challenge you to think about your teaching practice and your love of the outdoors and to link your passion to the possibilities of experiential outdoor education. You’ll look at the philosophy of outdoor education and at the analysis and implementation of Ontario curriculum documents and publications and school board policies related to …
This course, for teachers interested in acquiring the Additional Basic Qualification in the primary division, will focus on the education of children from ages four to eight. The purpose of the course is to extend skills and knowledge of teachers in the design, delivery and assessment of the primary division program. Emphasis is placed upon …
