Primary Division ABQ

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Primary Division ABQ

Primary Division focuses on educating the active, curious primary child in Kindergarten to grade 3. We begin our exploration with who the primary child is, and some key characteristics, understand the different theories of education and use the knowledge of early childhood development to support primary learners, and pedagogy (e.g., play, inquiry). We continue by building our instructional toolbox for the primary classroom including strategies for planning and assessment and explore program considerations for the various Ontario curriculum areas. We will learn the importance of creating positive and inclusive environments for student learning. We will learn how to nurture critical thinkers who are risk takers, global citizens, and successful problem solvers, and learners who persevere in the face of challenges.

Through conversation, reflection and inquiry and active exploration, we will build on the understanding we each bring to the learning community and extend our learning, as a collective. The online course offers convenient, supportive, and flexible access, enabling time to read, view, reflect, respond, and develop new skills, knowledge and understanding.

This program is available in the following terms:

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Availability
Term NameSpringLate SpringSummerLate SummerFallLate FallFall-WinterWinterLate Winter
1. Start DateApr 28, 2025May 12, 2025June 23, 2025Jul 28, 2025Sep 9, 2024Oct 7, 2024Nov 11, 2024Jan 20, 2025Feb 24, 2025
2. End DateJun 20, 2025Jul 4, 2025August 15, 2025Sep 19, 2025Nov 1, 2024Nov 29, 2024Jan 17, 2025Mar 14, 2025Apr 18, 2025
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4. Registration CloseApril 30, 2025May 14, 2025June 25, 2025July 30, 2025September 11, 2024October 9, 2024November 13, 2024January 22, 2025February 26, 2025
5. Withdraw deadline 100%May 2, 2025May 16, 2025June 27, 2025Aug 1, 2025Sep 15, 2024Oct 13, 2024Nov 17, 2024Jan 26, 2025Mar 2, 2025
6. Withdraw deadline 50%May 16, 2025May 30, 2025July 11, 2025Aug 15, 2025Sep 29, 2024Oct 27, 2024Dec 1, 2024Feb 29, 2025Mar 16, 2025

Program Information

What you’ll learn studying Primary Division ABQ:

  • Develop an understanding of the active and curious nature of primary children, including their key characteristics and developmental needs from Kindergarten to Grade 3.
  • Explore various theories of education and apply knowledge of early childhood development to support primary learners, emphasizing pedagogical approaches such as play and inquiry.
  • Build an instructional toolbox for the primary classroom, including strategies for planning, assessment, and program considerations for Ontario curriculum areas.
  • Learn the importance of creating positive and inclusive environments for student learning, fostering critical thinking, global citizenship, problem-solving skills, and perseverance in the face of challenges.
  • Engage in conversation, reflection, and inquiry to build on collective understanding and extend learning as a community, fostering a supportive and flexible learning environment.
  • Utilize the online course’s convenient and flexible access to develop new skills, knowledge, and understanding through reading, viewing, reflecting, responding, and active exploration.

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 with qualifications in junior, intermediate, or senior divisions

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.

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Course DetailCourse Info
Course CodeEDUC 9N778
Course NamePrimary Division ABQ
CategoryABQ Primary & Junior
Price$725
Delivery ModeASY - Asynchronous Online
Duration8 weeks
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