In Intermediate English ABQ, candidates will explore developmental theories, differentiated instruction and inclusive assessment and evaluation strategies that align with the Ontario English curriculum and policies. Through collaborative learning and practical applications, candidates will examine relevant articles and exemplars from current educators.
This course will provide candidates with a foundation to build their classroom resources and materials, including designing a unit plan. Candidates will apply learning through peer discussions and receive ongoing feedback on practical projects before implementing them in a classroom. You will also learn to adapt resources using their acquired knowledge and skills to teach English at the Intermediate level.
Program Information
What you’ll learn studying Intermediate English:
- Create engaging lessons and units based on current research of intermediate learners and applying Ontario curriculum expectations.
- Reflect on assessment and evaluation practices aligned with Growing Success to meet the needs of today’s learners both in a classroom and virtually.
- Examine and integrate equity-focused approaches to program planning and literacy instruction ensuring diverse voices and perspectives are represented to honour student identity, language development and learning needs.
- Participate in professional discussions, collaborative inquiry and reflective practice to select inclusive texts for the classroom or colleagues in the school.
- Explore and apply innovative educational technologies, multimodal classroom resources and media literacy strategies to engage and enrich Intermediate English instruction.
Prerequisites
- OCT MEMBERSHIP confirming you are an OCT member with an undergraduate degree.
- UNDERGRADUATE/GRADUATE UNIVERSITY TRANSCRIPT(S)
Your transcript(s) must show: The equivalent of 2.0 full-year undergraduate/graduate credits in English. At least 1.0 full-year course must be in English Literature/Writing. Please note that we will accept a successfully completed graduate level thesis or dissertation as 1.0 full year English credit.
Unsure about eligibility?
For eligibility inquiries, please complete the Pre-assessment form and email it to [email protected] with your specific question. Eligibility confirmations cannot be provided over the phone.
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.
This is an asynchronous, cohort based, instructor-led course with defined start date, end date and specific module due dates. Learners are not expected to be online at a certain time of day, but they are expected to work through the material alongside other learners. Learners should expect to spend 16-18 hours on coursework throughout each week to stay on track.
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.
| Course Detail | Course Info |
|---|---|
| Course Code | EDUC 9N700 |
| Course Name | Intermediate: English ABQ |
| Category | ABQ Intermediate |
| Price | $725 |
| Delivery Mode | ASY - Asynchronous Online |
| Duration | 8 weeks |
| Registration | More Info |
| OSAP Eligible | Yes |
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Important Dates:
| EDUC 9N700 | Spring | Late Spring | Summer | Late Summer | Fall | Late Fall | Fall-Winter | Winter | Late Winter |
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| 0. Availability | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 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 |