79-401 - ABQ Junior Division
Course Description
Course Outline
- Role of the teacher at the junior level
- Theories of cognitive development
- Reading and the junior learner (teaching strategies, literacy, attention to boys’ literacy, literature circles)
- Teaching writing, writing development (6 traits + 1)
- Media Literacy at the junior level
- Assessment strategies for literacy
- Mathematics at the Junior Level (instructional approaches, math manipulatives, differentiating instruction for math)
- Accommodations and Modifications, differentiating instruction for students with special needs
- Daily Physical Activity at the junior level
- General Classroom Management at the junior level
Notes
OSAP Funding for AQ 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 this AQ course is 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 in courses prior to the semester deadline date. OSAP would directly reimburse you for the tuition fee. If you have questions regarding Micro-credential funding, please contact Student Awards and Financial Aid at award1@uwindsor.ca.
Prerequisites
- Hold a Certificate of Qualification showing basic qualifications in two divisions: i.e. Primary, Intermediate, or Senior.
- OCT Certificate must be in good standing.
- An acceptable university degree.
Important Notice: While we endeavour to be as accurate as possible while reviewing your qualifications for courses in our program, the Faculty of Education bears no responsibility for ensuring you have met the qualifications as per the guidelines of the Ontario College of Teachers. It is your responsibility to learn which prerequisites you will need. https://www.oct.ca/members/additional-qualifications/prerequisites