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Curriculum and Instruction : Orientation to the culture and community of school and to teaching as a profession. Focus on the general functioning of schools and complexity of the teacher role. Competencies and working professional portfolios will be addressed.
Terms: Fall 2011, Summer 2012
Instructors: Riches, Caroline Joan; Amoriggi, Helen; Benson, Fiona J; Horner, Norman; Delis, Rania; Ottoni, Tina; Clarke, Ginette; Abraham, Anjali Anna; Langelier, Jan Edith (Fall) Amoriggi, Helen; Asghar, Anila (Summer)
Corequisite: EDFE 200
Restriction: Open to B.Ed. Secondary and B.Ed. K/Elem. students only
Curriculum and Instruction : Written and oral communication in Education (in English): emphasis on strategies for identifying, analyzing and solving writing and speaking problems. Course work based on academic and professional communication in education, with a particular focus on classroom communication.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012
Instructors: Bradley, Jon G; Nowak, Anita; DesRoches, Sarah; Hussey, Charlotte (Fall) Hussey, Charlotte; Maguire, Mary H (Winter)
Because this course uses a workshop format, attendance at first class is desirable. If appropriate, may be included in the academic concentration.
Curriculum and Instruction : This English Exam for Teacher Certification is a MELS requirement for teaching in the Quebec English school system. Consists of a 2-hour exam designed to assess teacher candidates' competency in the language of instruction. Must be completed before the 3rd Field Experience. Students are permitted four attempts to pass. Students who do not pass after four attempts must withdraw from the teacher preparation program.
Terms: Fall 2011, Summer 2012
Instructors: Baker, Beverly Anne (Fall) Baker, Beverly Anne (Summer)
Curriculum and Instruction : This course examines the organization of education in Quebec from various perspectives, including historical, political, social and legal. It aims to provide students with sufficient knowledge that they can begin the life-long learning process of a professional educator, aware of, and contributing to, the policy talk on school.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Summer 2012
Instructors: Bordonaro, Tino (Fall) Irving, Donal (Winter) Irving, Donal (Summer)
Restriction: Not open to students who have taken EDEM 405.
Curriculum and Instruction : Preparation for the second field experience through development of basic practices in planning and teaching in elementary school classrooms. Competencies and working professional portfolios will be addressed.
Terms: Fall 2011, Summer 2012, Winter 2012
Instructors: Langelier, Jan Edith; Kenworthy-Grant, Judy; Delis, Rania; Agozzino, Matthew (Summer) Lister, Jason (Fall) Lister, Jason (Winter)
Corequisite: EDFE 256
Restriction: Open to B.Ed.(K/Elem) students.
Curriculum and Instruction : Preparation for the final field experience and entry into the teaching profession. Emphasis will be placed on developing the ability to demonstrate ethical and responsible professional behaviour in the performance of duties across all professional competencies. Final transition from working professional portfolios will be addressed.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Amoriggi, Helen; Bradley, Jon G; Sklar, Sylvia; Dillon, David A (Winter)
Elementary Education : This course will explore the current research and theory of language learning and the practices which provide meaningful language experiences in the context of the pre-school and elementary classroom.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Bennett, Melanie; Pasquin, Lesley (Winter)
Elementary Education : A course specially designed for elementary school teachers to provide the basic foundations, insight and understanding of the Quebec modern elementary mathematics programs.
Terms: Fall 2011
Instructors: Jackson, Kara; Savard, Annie; Nazemi, Mahtab (Fall)
Elementary Education : An orientation to the Kindergarten curriculum. Integration of the school subject areas (language arts, second language, mathematics, social sciences, science, expressive arts, moral and religious education, and physical education) in a manner appropriate to the developmental level of the pre-school child.
Terms: Winter 2012, Summer 2012
Instructors: Smith-Gilman, Sheryl (Winter) Phipps, Heather (Summer)
Restriction: Not open to students who have taken EDEC 310
Elementary Education : Methods and materials for the teaching of reading in the first cycle of the elementary school.
Terms: Fall 2011
Instructors: Strong, Teresa (Fall)
Elementary Education : Science as a means of exploring and explaining our environment. A study of some of the fundamental concepts and process skills common to most elementary programs.
Terms: Fall 2011
Instructors: Seiler, Gale (Fall)
The course includes a fee of $10 for a lab manual prepared by the professor required for the course. The fee is refundable until the end of the course add/drop period.
Elementary Education : A study of science programs and teaching strategies appropriate for providing elementary school children with an appreciation of the nature and method of science inquiry.
Terms: Winter 2012, Summer 2012
Instructors: Asghar, Anila (Winter) Seiler, Gale (Summer)
Prerequisite: EDEE 270.
Restriction: Not open to students who have taken EDEE 372 (Teaching Science)
The course EDEE 275 includes a $10 fee covering the cost of printing for the lab manual required by all students registered for the course. The fee is refundable until the end of the add/drop period.
Elementary Education : Designed for elementary school teachers. A multi-disciplinary and cross-curricular investigation of various citizenship education themes, geographical regions and historical periods as outlined in the Quebec Education Program.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Summer 2012
Instructors: Stonebanks, Christopher (Fall) Bordonaro, Tino (Winter) Lazare, Jonathan Aaron (Summer)
Restriction: Faculty of Education students.
Elementary Education : Selection and use of literature suitable for children in the elementary school.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Summer 2012
Instructors: Bennett, Melanie; Smith, Donna Lee (Fall) Smith, Donna Lee (Winter) Smith, Donna Lee; Phipps, Heather (Summer)
Elementary Education : The second of two courses specifically designed for elementary school pre-service teachers. Provides opportunities for novice teachers to develop the development of increasingly sophisticated knowledge and practices specific to elementary mathematics teaching. Provides insight and understanding of the Quebec modern elementary mathematics program.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Ryan, Patrick (Winter)
Prerequisite: EDEE 230.
Elementary Education : Theory-based strategies for setting up, managing and teaching in the elementary school classroom. Methods for integrating the individual subject areas in the elementary school curriculum, using the Quebec curriculum as the primary example. Professional portfolios and professional competencies will be addressed.
Terms: Fall 2011
Instructors: Amoriggi, Helen; Andrews, Angela; Smith-Gilman, Sheryl; Bennett, Melanie; Dillon, David A (Fall)
Elementary Education : The role of evaluation within kindergarten/elementary school programs. Topics include the kinds of information needed, different techniques for collecting that information, and ways of interpreting it to make educational decisions. Principles and a variety of methods for evaluation are discussed and practiced.
Terms: Fall 2011, Summer 2012
Instructors: Pasquin, Lesley; Delaney, Christina Ryan; Æ»¹ûÒùÔºivray, Emma Jane; Dillon, David A (Fall) Fyn, Dawn (Summer)
Religious Studies : Teaching methods and pedagogical resources for programs in moral education, ethics, and religious culture in the k/elementary school curriculum.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Mikic, Katherine; Bennett, Melanie (Winter)
Restriction: Not open to students who have taken EDER 333
Student Teaching : Students are assigned to a school for a "participant observer" field experience for a minimum of 10 days.
Terms: Fall 2011, Summer 2012
Instructors: Benson, Fiona J (Fall)
Corequisite: EDEC 201
Restriction: Open to B.Ed. Secondary and B.Ed. K/Elem. students
Student Teaching : A minimum of fifteen days supervised student teaching in a school. Students are expected to apprise themselves of Field Experience 2 expectations and responsibilities as outlined on the Office of Student Teaching website http://www.mcgill.ca/ost/guidelines/.
Terms: Fall 2011, Summer 2012, Winter 2012
Instructors: Benson, Fiona J (Fall) Benson, Fiona J (Winter)
Student Teaching : Supervised student teaching in a school. Students are expected to apprise themselves of Field Experience, dates, duration and responsibilities as outlined on the Office of Student Teaching website http://www.mcgill.ca/ost.
Terms: Fall 2011
Instructors: Benson, Fiona J (Fall)
Prerequisites: EDEE 275, EDEE 223, EDEE 250, EDEE 282, EDEC 215, (EDFE 256 or EDFE 256D1/D2), (EDEC 253 or EDEC 253D1/D2).
Restrictions: B.Ed. (K/Elementary) students. Not open to students who have taken EDFE 303.
Note: Expectations for this field experience, according to your program can be found at .
Student Teaching : A minimum of 35 days of supervised student teaching in a school. Students will be expected to assume a much increased responsibility for student learning, classroom management, and evaluation. Students are expected to apprise themselves of Field Experience 4 expectations and responsibilities as outlined on the Office of Student Teaching website http://www.mcgill.ca/ost/guidelines/.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012
Instructors: Benson, Fiona J (Fall) Benson, Fiona J (Winter)
Ed Psych & Couns (Psychology) : Selected theories, models, and concepts relevant to planning and reflecting upon educational practice and improvement. Overview of development, learning, thinking, motivation, individual difference, etc. In relation to applications in classroom teaching and learning, the complementary role of counsellors and psychologists, educational computing and technology. The Youth Protection Act.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Summer 2012
Instructors: Conrod, Scott; Birlean, Camelia; Macarthur, Judith; Appignanesi, Gus; Ranellucci, John (Fall) Conrod, Scott (Winter) Flanagan, Tara; Birlean, Camelia (Summer)
Ed Psych & Couns (Inclusive) : Evolution of special education to inclusive education; characteristics, teaching practices, and teachers' roles in inclusive classrooms. Overview of characteristics, causes, needs, and teaching strategies for students with each exceptionality, including students with intellectual, emotional, behavioural, sensory, physical and learning differences.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Summer 2012
Instructors: Di Stasio, Maria (Fall) Appignanesi, Gus; Stringer, Ronald William; Thomson, Roberta; Flanagan, Tara (Winter) Conrod, Scott; Jalali-Kushki, Yasaman (Summer)
Restriction: Open to B.Ed. and Concurrent students only.
Offered through Continuing Education or Summer Studies.
Ed Psych & Couns (Inclusive) : Planning, implementing and evaluating curriculum and instruction for students with exceptionalities. Using technology and adapting curriculum and instruction for learners with varying abilities, learning styles, and needs. Collaboration with students, families, and other educators in the instructional process. Application component: application of instructional modifications for exceptional students in inclusive schools.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Summer 2012
Instructors: Sornberger, Michael; McInnis, Shannahn; Finn Lefsrud, Casey; Tolley, Shirely; Conrod, Scott; Cohen-Gazith, Karen (Fall) Conrod, Scott; Flanagan, Tara; Hoida, David (Winter) Thomson, Roberta; McInnis, Shannahn; Macarthur, Judith (Summer)
Restriction: Open to B.Ed. students only
Also offered through Continuing Education.
Education in Second Languages : This introduction to the field of second language education provides an overview of the supporting disciplines (e.g., linguistics, psychology, sociology and education) and includes historical and analytical perspectives on the development of L2 teaching through an examination of approaches to L2 instruction and specific teaching methods.
Terms: Fall 2011, Summer 2012
Instructors: Baker, Beverly Anne (Fall) Warner, Michelle (Summer)
Education in Second Languages : Notions de base pour l'enseignement des composantes linguistique (lexique, morphologie, syntaxe et sémantique) et discursive (de la phrase aux types de textes et de discours); apprentissage de la grammaire nouvelle; composante langue des programmes d'études.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Pambianchi, Gabriella (Winter)
Education in Second Languages : This course provides an introduction to theory and research in second language acquisition (SLA). It is designed to help students understand the processes, developmental patterns and factors contributing to SLA so that the students will be prepared to evaluate and develop teaching procedures in light of this understanding.
Terms: Fall 2011
Instructors: Ballinger, Susan Gail (Fall)
Education in Second Languages : Développement de la littératie en langue seconde; les stratégies d'enseignement et d'apprentissage de la lecture et de l'écriture; l'exploration et l'utilisation de la littérature enfantine et de jeunesse propre à la francophonie dans divers contextes scolaires.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
* Note: At least one of these Field Experiences must be completed in a French immersion setting.
** Sections may be taken in French.
Kindergarten and Elementary Teaching Methods
Education in Second Languages : Ce cours examine divers cheminements retrouvés en contexte immersif ainsi que diverses approches pédagogiques propices à l'enseignement du FLS par le biais de matières scolaires. Des recherches effectuées en contexte immersif seront également examinées par rapport au développement langagier des élèves en immersion.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Bourassa, France P (Winter)
Education in Second Languages : Entraînement à l'observation et à l'analyse de situations d'enseignement du français langue seconde au primaire. Pratiques d'habiletés en situation microenseignement. Vidéoscopie et entraînement à la pratique réfléchie.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Savoie, Louise A (Winter)
Corequisite: EDSL 301
24 credits selected as described below:
3 credits from:
Curriculum and Instruction : Study of First Nations and Inuit schools as diverse social, cultural, linguistic, political and pedagogical settings. Considers school and community minority-majority interactions and their influence on teaching and learning in educational settings. Examines how a teacher's personal practice can be influenced by an understanding of these factors.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Curriculum and Instruction : Introduction to theories about intercultural and multicultural education in Quebec and Canadian schools.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012
Instructors: Ghosh, Ratna; Shariff, Shaheen; Galczynski, Mariusz (Fall) Celemencki, Jacqueline M; Galczynski, Mariusz (Winter)
Curriculum and Instruction : A cross-curricular, interdisciplinary approach to teaching/creating learning experiences for students. It will foster critical thinking and nurture lifelong global understanding, active engagement and participation in relation to questions of social, economic, and environmental justice, by infusing these issues in the classroom.
Terms: Fall 2011
Instructors: Choudry, Abdul Aziz (Fall)
3 credits from:
Curriculum and Instruction : Ideas essential for the development of a coherent educational theory and sound professional practice. Reflections on: the nature of the person, of reality, of knowledge, and of value; the aims of education, the nature of the school and the curriculum, the roles and responsibilities of professional educators.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012
Instructors: White, Boyd Eric; McDonough, Kevin Michael; Morris, Ronald (Fall) White, Boyd Eric (Winter)
Restriction: Not open to students who have taken EDER 400.
Curriculum and Instruction : An exploration of the philosophy of Catholic education, and its relevance in the world today.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012
Instructors: Ives, Charles (Fall) Ives, Charles (Winter)
Restriction: Not open to students who have taken EDER 398.
3 credits from:
Curriculum and Instruction : Orientation to the equipment and systems of educational technology. Examination of theories of educational technology, media education and technology education and the exploration and development of possible applications in school settings.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012
Instructors: Trimble, Lisa (Fall) Rother, Irving; Trimble, Lisa (Winter)
Restriction: Not open to students who have taken EDEC 402.
Ed Psych & Couns (Media) : The course is designed to help practicing and future teachers integrate technology (e.g. web-based resources, hypermedia, digital video) in their daily teaching practices. It is a practical, hands-on course that is grounded in constructivist learning theory. The participants will learn by engaging in authentic tasks in a project-based learning environment.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Summer 2012
Instructors: Bruzzese, Sam (Fall) Bruzzese, Sam (Winter) Bruzzese, Sam (Summer)
Also offered through Continuing Education and Summer Studies
Ed Psych & Couns (Media) : Educational Media 1 is the "gateway" course for educational media. It reviews audio-visual education and emphasizes the rationale for audio-visual materials in education, and the underlying principles in their design, production and effective use.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012
Instructors: Baron, Maureen (Fall) Baron, Maureen (Winter)
Offered through Continuing Education
Ed Psych & Couns (Media) : This course introduces the principles and classroom applications of a computer programming language commonly found in schools. Programming language will be Visual BASIC.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Ed Psych & Couns (Media) : The course explores the pedagogical use of media and multi-media in the classroom, and focuses in particular on the text, audience and production of media in a media literacy and integrated language arts program.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
* Note: these courses are recommended for students with a background in computers or other media applications in education.
3 credits from:
Religious Studies : An approach to the study of religious experience as expressed in humanity's major religious traditions, especially Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism and Buddhism.
Terms: Fall 2011
Instructors: Boudreau, Spencer (Fall)
Religious Studies : A philosophical critical inquiry into the relationship between belief and conduct oriented toward the teacher and his/her role in education.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: White, Boyd Eric (Winter)
Religious Studies : An examination of the moral and spiritual challenges of the modern and post-modern world. Emphasis will also be placed on the role and responsibility of education in meeting these challenges.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Religious Studies : Fundamental principles of ethics as applied to current moral issues such as abortion, drugs, nuclear war, and discrimination.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Religious Studies : An introduction to the study of Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam and Primal Religions.
Terms: Fall 2011
Instructors: Sharma, Arvind (Fall)
Fall
12 credits selected from courses with a FREN prefix
Education in Second Languages : Notions de base pour l'enseignement des composantes linguistique (lexique, morphologie, syntaxe et sémantique) et discursive (de la phrase aux types de textes et de discours); apprentissage de la grammaire nouvelle; composante langue des programmes d'études.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Pambianchi, Gabriella (Winter)
Education in Second Languages : Développement de la littératie en langue seconde; les stratégies d'enseignement et d'apprentissage de la lecture et de l'écriture; l'exploration et l'utilisation de la littérature enfantine et de jeunesse propre à la francophonie dans divers contextes scolaires.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
The following courses are suggested:
Arts Education : An introduction to theories on children's visual expression and perception, lesson planning, and classroom-oriented studio practice.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012
Instructors: Jackson, Renee (Fall) Horlik, Nancy Veronika; Jackson, Renee (Winter)
The course includes a fee of $10 for art supplies such as ink, paper, brushes, fabric, tape, thread, etc. The fee is refundable until the end of the course add/drop period.
Arts Education : Pedagogical theory and practical applications in the teaching of developmental drama, dramatic forms, improvisation and theatre arts.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012
Instructors: Kellock, Amanda (Fall) Kellock, Amanda (Winter)
Arts Education : Study of materials and instructional techniques grounded in an understanding of basic musical concepts and contemporary theories of music teaching and learning. Definition of musical objectives and rationales, selection and development of materials, review of MEQ guidelines. Participation through singing, movement, listening, discussion and lesson planning and implementation.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012
Instructors: Boucher, Helene (Fall) Boucher, Helene (Winter)
Kinesiology&Physical Education : Principles, programs and procedures that an elementary teacher may use to promote the designing and teaching of elementary school P.E.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Vaillant, Johanne (Winter)
Restriction: Not open to P.E. Majors
Mathematics & Statistics (Sci) : Sets and functions. Numeration systems. Whole numbers and integers, algorithms for whole-number computations, elementary number theory. Fractions and proportional reasoning. Real numbers, decimals and percents. A brief introduction to probability and statistics.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Kahouadji, Nabil; Blondeau-Patissier, Julien (Winter)
Winter
Restriction: Open only to students in the B.Ed. program, not open to students who have successfully completed CEGEP course 201-101 or an equivalent. Not available for credit with MATH 112
Offered by the Faculty of Science. Note: all Science courses have limited enrolment
Revision, August 2011. End of revision.