Teaching English Language Learners, Part 1

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Teaching English Language Learners, Part 1

Teaching English Language Learners, Part I, is designed to enhance candidates’ professional practice and knowledge in teaching English to diverse learners. Key areas of focus include curriculum knowledge, pedagogical strategies, and creating a conducive learning environment. The course underscores the importance of an anti-oppression foundation, addressing biases and barriers that may affect learners, and incorporates ethical standards for teaching practice. It incorporates First Nations, Métis, and Inuit histories, perspectives, and knowledge systems. The course follows current Ontario curriculum, ministry policies, and relevant legislation, emphasizing accessibility and special education needs.

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It provides instruction on theories of learning and teaching, with an emphasis on learner-centred pedagogy, and supports for learners, including mental health and wellness. Methods for teaching, assessing, and evaluating students are covered, along with pathway and transition planning. The course promotes safe, equitable, and inclusive learning environments and encourages the integration of e-learning principles.

Culturally responsive and relevant pedagogical practices are encouraged, and students learn to apply principles of social justice and democratic citizenship, as well as environmental sustainability in teaching. The course underscores shared responsibility for learning, emphasizing collaboration with families, caregivers, and the community. Lastly, the course aims to build professional learning communities, fostering collaboration and leadership within the teaching community.

This program is available in the following terms:

EDUC 9N567SpringLate SpringSummerLate SummerFallLate FallFall-WinterWinterLate Winter
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Term Dates

Term NameSpringLate SpringSummerLate SummerFallLate FallFall-WinterWinterLate Winter
1. Start DateMar 24, 2025May 5, 2025Jun 23, 2025Jul 21, 2025TBDTBDNov 11, 2024Jan 20, 2025Feb 24, 2025
2. End DateMay 18, 2025Jun 29, 2025Aug 17, 2025Sep 14, 2025--Jan 17, 2025Mar 14, 2025Apr 20, 2025
3. Registration OpenDec 24, 2024February 4, 2025Mar 25, 2025Apr 22, 2025--ClosedOpenOpen
4. Registration CloseMarch 26, 2025May 7, 2025June 25, 2025July 23, 2025--November 13, 2024January 22, 2025February 26, 2025
5. Withdraw deadline 100%March 30, 2025May 11, 2025June 29, 2025July 27, 2025--November 17, 2024January 26, 2025March 2, 2025
6. Withdraw deadline 50%April 13, 2025May 25, 2025July 13, 2025August 10, 2025--December 1, 2024February 9, 2025March 16, 2025

Program Information

Learning Outcomes

What you’ll learn studying Reading, Part 1 AQ:

  • Critically explore and interpret Ontario’s curriculum, policies, frameworks, strategies and guidelines for teaching reading
  • Analyze and integrate learning theories and the individual strengths, styles and needs of learners
  • Collaborate with colleagues and reflected upon learning throughout this course to help develop and/or support a strong reading program for learners

Course Materials

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

Prerequisites

  • OCT Membership with qualifications in Primary, Junior, Intermediate or Senior.

Assessment

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

ASY-Asynchronous Online

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 DetailCourse Info
Course CodeEDUC 9N567
Course NameTeaching English Language Learners, Part 1
CategoryThree-Part AQs
Price$725
Delivery ModeASY - Asynchronous Online
Duration8 weeks
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