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Course Description

This course provides a historical overview of international education and the role of the International Baccalaureate (IB) in determining principles, standards and practices for the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP). Moreover, it introduces the role of standards and practices in formulating instruction in IB settings; and explores the nature of teaching and learning within the IB PYP and MYP.
 

Course Outline

The domains of this course include:
1. Learning theories and strategies.
2. Teaching methodologies and the support of learning.
3. Selection evaluation, application/creation of teaching and learning materials.

IBEC Expectations of Standards and Practices
• Supporting effective teaching and learning
• Fostering collaboration and collegiality
• Encouraging innovation and risk- taking
• Promoting international-mindedness and intercultural understanding
• Facilitating reflection and professional learning
• Developing leadership capacity
• Enabling and sustaining change and improvement
 

Notes

OSAP Funding for IB Courses

The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) now includes funding for hundreds of micro-credential programs. The micro-credentials plan ensures loans and grants will be available to more learners to rapidly upskill and reskill for in-demand jobs. Please be advised that IB courses are on the list of eligible courses for OSAP funding. Please view the Micro-credential website for details and eligibility. https://www.ontario.ca/page/micro-credentials-ontarios-postsecondary-schools.

Who can get OSAP

 https://www.ontario.ca/page/learn-about-osap#section-1

OSAP is open to Ontario residents of any age who are:

  • Canadian citizens
  • permanent residents, or
  • protected persons

Students must enroll and pay for courses and be reimbursed directly by OSAP.  If you have questions regarding Micro-credential funding, please contact Student Awards and Financial Aid at OSAPMC@uwindsor.ca.

Prerequisites

This course provides an overview of international education and the role of the International Baccalaureate (IB) in determining principles, standards and practices for the K-12 continuum.  This course introduces the nature of inquiry, the role of standards and assessment in formulating instruction in IB settings. 
 
Please identify your intended specialization via email to ib@uwindsor.ca as soon as possible after registering.
  
 
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Enroll Now - Select a section to enroll in
Section Title
Teaching and Learning (PYP/MYP) - Fall 2025 ITARI
Section Schedule
Sep 29, 2025 to Dec 15, 2025
Delivery Options
Online - Asynchronous Learning  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition Fee non-credit $595.00
Section Notes

This is a specific partnership offering.  To enroll in this section you must be affiliated with ITARI or INDUS international Training Research Institute.

The deadline to enroll and pay tuition fees for this course is September 23. If this is your first semester, an application that includes all supporting admission documentation must be received by this date.

If you would like to be pre-screened before enrolling, the deadline to submit this request is September 1, 2025.  Contact ib@uwindsor.ca if you need assistance.

How Do I complete an application form?

  • You will need to login to your existing account at https://register.continue.uwindsor.ca/
  • Once you have access to your account you will see “my applications” on the menu items shown on the left side of the screen.
  • Select available applications.
  • Select the ITARI - IB Application and complete all sections.
  • Ensure that you have selected the stream you wish to enroll for as well as upload all copies of your supporting admission documents. (chose file/upload/save)
  • All supporting admission documentation must be translated to English if needed. The translation must be done by a service. You cannot translate the documentation yourself.
  • Make sure you save the application and submit.
  • If you are having difficulty with the application contact ib@uwindsor.ca for assistance.
  • The admissions team will review your application.  It can take a couple weeks or more to process.  Your patience is appreciated.

 

 

Section Title
Teaching and Learning (PYP/MYP) - Winter 2026
Section Schedule
Jan 19, 2026 to Mar 30, 2026
Delivery Options
Online - Asynchronous Learning  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition Fee non-credit $700.00
Section Notes

The deadline to enroll and pay tuition fees for the winter 2026 semester is January 5, 2026.  If this is your first semester you must also submit all supporting admission documentation by this date. 

 

 

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