English as a second language teaching has been influenced by a whole range of theories which are connected to particular teaching methods and techniques for instruction. Classroom context, the continuous intake of students, the learner’s native language, cultural background and academic orientation are among many of the factors that influence teaching and student progress in …
This seminar brings together the Toronto Holocaust Museum and Facing History and Ourselves for a unique new educator learning opportunity. Our learning will include an exploration of Jewish immigration, history and heritage in Canada, as well as in-depth learning on the history of the Holocaust using the Museum as a classroom and hands-on sessions with …
The Additional Qualification course Special Education – Behaviour focuses on the theory and practice to support students with behavioural needs. This course is for those with an interest or background in special education and a desire to extend their knowledge. You will have the opportunity to explore program design, implementation, and assessment. You will address …
The additional qualification course, Teaching Children with Communication Needs (autism spectrum disorders), focuses on the development and the implementation of program design for students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). This course provides a detailed look at the characteristics associated with ASD. You will explore research-based approaches to instruction and ways to negotiate challenging behaviour. This …
The Additional Qualification course Special Education – Communication – Learning Disabilities focuses on the theory and practice to support students with learning disabilities. Throughout this course, you will explore the various definitions and characteristics of learning disabilities. Through discussion and collaborations, you will discover cognitive, academic, and social-emotional implications of LD and generate ways to …
