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Bachelor of Education
YEAR ONE
University of Ottawa
PED 3102: Schooling and Society
The application of the educational foundation disciplines to the study of schooling and its social contexts; the roles of teachers in reproducing and challenging social inequalities; personal exploration of the social influences on identity.
PED 3114: Teaching at the Junior Division: Part I
Examination of instructional and assessment strategies, models of inquiry and critical thinking, and approaches to curriculum integration relevant to the junior division (grade 4 to grade 6); special focus on the Arts and Language Arts Ontario Curriculum and other pedagogical resources.
PED 3138: First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Education: Historical Experiences and Contemporary Perspectives
Examination of the historical experiences and contemporary perspectives on education of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people, from their own points of view, including traditional approaches to education, experiences in government-controlled and residential schools, and the problems and possibilities of self-government in education. Exploration of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis perspectives on the role of education in language preservation, cultural renewal and achievement of self-government.
PED 3141: Curriculum Planning, Implementation, and Assessment Part I
Introduction to the theory, issues and strategies for designing instruction and assessing student learning; examination of the Ontario Curriculum and other curriculum documents, development of lessons and units based on the Ontario Curriculum.
PED 3142: Learning Theories and Practices in Inclusive Classrooms Part I
Examination of major theoretical principles upon which education for children and adolescents may be based; an overview of differentiated instruction; emphasis on strategies to assist teachers in addressing learning in diverse and inclusive environments.
PED 3150: Becoming a Teaching Through Inquiry in Practice
Engagement in personal and collaborative reflection and enactment of the Ontario College of Teachers "Standards of Practice and Ethical Standards for the Teaching Profession"; preparation for, and ongoing monitoring of, practice teaching; synthesis of personal professional development of self as teacher through action, research, and inquiry.
PED 3152: Enhancing Mathematics and Science Thinking
Focus on deepening understanding of fundamental mathematics and science concepts relevant for teaching and learning at the elementary school level.
PED 3210: Practicum in the Junior/Intermediate Division I
Observation, reflection, and practice teaching in the junior/intermediate division classrooms as identified by the regulations of the Ontario Ministry of Education and the Ontario College of Teachers; associate teacher provides mentoring and feedback as well as formative and summative evaluations of teacher candidates.
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