This program is available in the following terms:
| EDUC 9N851 | Spring | Late Spring | Summer | Late Summer | Fall | Late Fall | Fall-Winter | Winter | Late Winter |
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| Availability | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Term Name | Spring | Late Spring | Summer | Late Summer | Fall | Late Fall | Fall-Winter | Winter | Late Winter |
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| 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: Math AQ:
- Know current curriculum policy for all grade levels K-12 for mathematics and methods of implementing these policies
- Understand the issues and challenges related to the teaching of mathematics
- Know child and adolescent developmental and social factors that influence the learning of mathematics
- Demonstrate competency in the use of technology tools related to the learning of mathematics
- Have an overview of related subject guidelines and the place of numeracy expectations in all subjects.
- Know assessment and evaluation principles as related to mathematics education and the ability to use them in planning for learning
- Know the growth and development of mathematical thinking including the acquisition of skills in problem-solving
- Be able to create learning environments conducive to the intellectual, social, emotional, physical, linguistic, cultural, spiritual, and moral development of students including those with special needs.
- Evaluate all forms of teaching resources including basic, scientific, and graphing calculators, computer software, the Internet, textbooks, other print materials, videos, and concrete materials.
- Understand the importance of department heads and other leadership roles in the improvement of mathematics learning, especially through organizational and interpersonal skills, and promoting collaboration with various communities.
- Know that mathematics is a language and the importance of reading, writing, listening and speaking in the learning of mathematics.
Materials
Required Text: Principles To Actions; Ensuring Mathematical Success for All. Author: Steven Leinwand, Daniel J. Bra
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
- 1) OCT MEMBERSHIP Confirming that your Certificate of Qualifications shows certification in at least two teaching divisions (Primary, Junior, Intermediate, Senior).
- 2) 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
- 3) 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 9N851 |
| Course Name | Honour Specialist: Math AQ |
| Category | Honours Specialist |
| Price | $725 |
| Delivery Mode | ASY - Asynchronous Online |
| Duration | 8 weeks |
| Registration | Find upcoming dates and class times. |
| OSAP Eligible | Yes |
Unsure about eligibility?
For eligibility inquiries, please email [email protected] with your specific question. Eligibility confirmations cannot be provided over the phone.
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