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Mathematics Primary and Junior Part 2 AQ (OECTA, Winter 2024, Online)

February 5, 2024 to April 19, 2024

  • Category: AQ, Online
  • Region: Central Ontario, Eastern Ontario, GTA, Northern Ontario, Outside Ontario, Southern Ontario
  • Topic: Mathematics
  • Grades: Junior (grades 4-6), Primary (grades 1-3)

Mathematics Primary and Junior Part 2 explores the theoretical foundations, the development of learners, program planning and implementation, assessment, the learning environment, and ethical considerations related to teaching and learning across divisions.

The course also leads participants in:

  • Applying the theory of constructivism as it relates to the teaching of mathematics
  • Deepening an understanding of the factors that influence changes in the teaching of mathematics
  • Applying the interconnection of big ideas, key concepts, overall expectations, and enduring understandings in mathematics education
  • Applying instructional strategies to respond to math anxiety, avoidance, and phobia
  • Applying current research (for example, knowledge of mathematics for teaching, knowing the possible range of student response to problems, error analysis, choosing effective models for specific instructional purposes and developmental levels)

The course is open to all elementary and secondary school teachers who have one of the following basic qualifications: primary, junior, intermediate, or senior.