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New to Teaching - Mathematics, Primary and Junior, Part 1

Course Code: VW21MA12

This facilitated online course includes some mandatory synchronous sessions with real-time group interaction set by the Instructor. Audio and video recordings may be a required element of the learning.

The New to Teaching – Mathematics, Primary and Junior Part 1 Additional Qualification Course provides a basis for an understanding of current mathematical pedagogy and Ministry policy. In this course, educators with some or little Ontario classroom experience will be guided in examining values, perceptions and knowledge about teaching, learning, assessing and communicating about mathematics.

Through inquiry, problem solving, discourse and ongoing analysis candidates will develop the knowledge and skills to plan and implement the mathematics curriculum for primary and junior students and assess their mathematical understanding.

Prerequisites

  • An undergraduate degree acceptable to the Ontario College of Teachers
  • Be a member in good standing with the OCT

Documents Required

  • NONE
Session Dates
Start Date: Jan 19, 2021
End Date: Apr 01, 2021
Mandatory synchronous sessions: January 19, 2021 - April 1, 2021. Every Tuesday. Be available between 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm (excluding March break). Meeting times and duration of the sessions are set by the instructor. This 125 hour course consists of 100 hours of interactive coursework and 25 hours of independent learning. Regular and relevant candidate participation is a requirement. In addition to the synchronous sessions, expect to be online at least every second day for Fall, Winter and Spring courses; and every weekday during a Summer course to complete assignments and collaborate in discussion forums. All deadlines will be communicated by the Instructor.

Format / Location
Virtual Blended

Instructors
Husband, Marc E

Price
$685.00


Course listings are accurate as of Jan. 13 08:00 AM.