If you have been teaching in ESL/ELD programs for any period of time over the last 10 years in Ontario, you already know a great deal about how exciting, complex, and challenging our work has become. In this course, we will together create a provisional new community (maybe even a long-lasting one!) in which our …
This course develops a foundation and focuses on theory and practice in second language teaching and learning. It examines the underlying factors influencing acculturation, and instructional methods equipping candidates with the knowledge and skills to teach ESL in multicultural and multilingual classes. This course will include introductory training in linguistics and developing teaching strategies for listening, …
The focus of this course is for a further in-depth look at the theories and foundation covered in Part 1 and link theory to practice. The aim is to develop a more comprehensive understanding of ESL necessary for an engaging design and delivery process. The course will expand the use of assessment strategies to reflect …
Course Description: This course provides candidates with a comprehensive understanding of the role of the English as a Second Language/English Literacy Development teacher as a leader within both the elementary and secondary schools and school systems. The course is developed to provide teachers pursuing leadership roles in ESL/ELD education with the necessary professional skills. Teachers …
The Additional Qualification course: Teaching First Nation, Métis and Inuit Children was developed collaboratively with the leadership of First Nations, Métis and Inuit Knowledge Keepers, community members and educators. The inclusion of Indigenous processes and protocols guided the development of this document. The voices and wisdom of Knowledge Keepers and community members are reflected in …
