Honour Specialist: History AQ

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Honour Specialist: History AQ

This Honour Specialist Course examines subject-specific content related to the nature, study, teaching, leadership in, and program development of the discipline of History. The course will emphasize current research and practice in:

  • Theoretical Foundations of teaching History
  • Planning an Effective and Engaging History Program
  • Student Assessment & Evaluation in the Discipline of History
  • Leadership & Ongoing Professional Learning in the Discipline of History

This program is available in the following terms:

EDUC 9N853 Spring Late Spring Summer Late Summer Fall Late Fall Fall-Winter Winter Late Winter
Availability
Term Name Spring Late Spring Summer Late Summer Fall Late Fall Fall-Winter Winter Late Winter
1. Start Date Mar 23, 2026 May 4, 2026 Jun 22, 2026 Jul 20, 2026 Sep 14, 2026 Oct 19, 2026 Nov 16, 2026 Jan 18, 2027 Feb 22, 2027
2. End Date May 17, 2026 Jun 28, 2026 Aug 16, 2026 Sep 13, 2026 Nov 8, 2026 Dec 13, 2026 Jan 24, 2027 Mar 14, 2027 Apr 18, 2027
3. Withdraw deadline 100% March 29, 2026 May 10, 2026 June 28, 2026 July 26, 2026 September 20, 2026 October 25, 2026 November 22, 2026 January 24, 2027 February 28, 2027
4. Withdraw deadline 50% April 12, 2026 May 24, 2026 July 12, 2026 August 9, 2026 October 4, 2026 November 8, 2026 December 6, 2026 February 7, 2027 March 14, 2027

Program Information

What you’ll learn studying Honour Specialist: History AQ:

  • Demonstrate an understanding of the theoretical foundations underpinning the teaching of history, integrating current research and pedagogical practices.
  • Develop comprehensive plans for delivering effective and engaging history programs, considering curriculum requirements, student needs, and educational best practices.
  • Apply varied assessment and evaluation strategies specific to the discipline of history, ensuring accurate measurement of student understanding and progress.
  • Evaluate leadership roles and responsibilities within the context of history education, and formulate strategies for ongoing professional learning and growth within the discipline.

Materials

There are no additional resources required for this course.

Technology

  • Laptop/PC: Windows 10 or higher or equivalent operating system with recommended 8 GB of RAM and at least 16 GB of free hard disk space and Wi-Fi capabilities.
  • Access to reliable  high-speed broadband internet access (Cable, DSL, LTE) with a minimum bandwidth of 15 Mbps is recommended.
  • Included integrated webcam and microphone recommended.

Prerequisites

  • OCT MEMBERSHIP Confirming that your Certificate of Qualifications shows certification in at least two teaching divisions (Primary, Junior, Intermediate, Senior).
  • YOUR UNDERGRADUATE/GRADUATE UNIVERSITY TRANSCRIPT(S)
    Your transcript(s) must show:

    • The equivalent of 9.0 full year undergraduate/graduate courses in this teaching subject with a minimum ‘B’ average in these courses
    • A Bachelor’s degree at an accredited university with the equivalent of 20.0 full year courses
  • CONFIRMATION OF TEACHING EXPERIENCE FORM Signed by a Supervisory Official* from your School Board confirming that you have two years (388 days) of teaching experience since becoming a certified teacher, one year (194 days) of which is in the subject area of this course.
    • The Ontario College of Teachers defines “Supervisory Official” as the Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent of the school board for a teacher employed by a Board of Education. A principal or headmaster is not recognized in this capacity. For a teacher employed by a private school, the “supervisory official” is the Ministry of Education official (Education Officer) appointed to your school. For overseas experience the appropriate Supervisory Official is the person your Principal reports to.
  • Please note that a new form is always required for a Specialist course as experience is course/subject specific.

To successfully complete your program, you will complete all components of the program. Your progress will be continuously evaluated using a variety of formative and/or summative assessments to receive a final mark. Information about these assessment methods will be provided in the Learning Management System on the first day of the program.

Intake Details

For ASY- Asynchronous Online delivery of this course, the course will have a set start and finish date, along with set due dates for assignments and assessments. This does not require real-time communications. However, instructors may arrange optional real-time online group discussions during your course. You will not be required to be on-campus for any reason.

Course Detail Course Info
Course Code EDUC 9N853
Course Name Honour Specialist: History AQ
Category Honours Specialist
Price $725
Delivery Mode ASY - Asynchronous Online
Duration 8 weeks
Registration Find upcoming dates and class times.
OSAP Eligible Yes

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This course may require additional forms for your application as indicated by the course prerequisites.

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