79-175 - AQ Safe and Accepting Schools - Affirming Muslim Identities and Countering Islamophobia Focus
Course Description
This course is offered twice a year. It is offered for Winter and Summer semesters.
Please note that this qualification will appear on the certificate of qualification and Page 2 registration as Safe and Accepting Schools.
This course is designed for educators to develop an understanding of how to affirm Muslim identities and counter Islamophobia in educational settings. Through individual and collaborative learning, candidates will engage with evidence-based strategies to develop instructional and inclusive practices, and program planning approaches that affirm Muslim identities and counter Islamophobia in the classroom environment. The foundation of this course is to create positive, equitable, and inclusive learning environments that recognize and respond to religious diversity in Ontario K–12 schools.
Course Outline
In this course, you will have the opportunity to:
- Explore theoretical and practical approaches to anti-racist, anti-oppressive, and religiously responsive pedagogy.
- Learn about and engage with assessment and evaluation practices that are equitable and responsive to students’ diverse identities and experiences.
- Develop and implement classroom instructional strategies and inclusive practices that affirm Muslim identities and counter Islamophobia.
- Deepen your understanding of religious diversity and develop strategies to support students from diverse religious backgrounds.
Notes
Textbook
There is no textbook required for the course.
OSAP Funding for AQ Courses
This AQ course is on the list of eligible courses for OSAP funding. Students must enroll in courses prior to the semester deadline date. If you are eligible, OSAP will reimburse funds after the semester drop date and will do so directly to you.
For questions regarding Micro-credential funding, please contact Student Awards and Financial Aid at OSAPMC@uwindsor.ca
For additional details, visit:
https://www.ontario.ca/page/micro-credentials-ontarios-postsecondary-schools and
Prerequisites
Prerequisites
Applicants must hold a valid Certificate of Qualification and Registration with the Ontario College of Teachers (OCT).
There are no additional division-specific or technological education prerequisites required for this single-session qualification. It is recommended that candidates have an interest in expanding their professional inquiry, human rights literacy, and inclusive pedagogical practices within the scope of identity-affirming school climates.