79-120 - AQ Kindergarten, Part 1

Faculty of Education

Course Description

This course is designed to equip teachers with the diverse theories in types and stages of play and developing a learning-based play for early childhood development. Candidates explore an overview of the ideal structure of the curriculum and developing supportive relations with children and parents alike. Candidates focus on strategies for building a shared understanding of play-based program design and assessment practices that are based on a developmental continuum.

Course Outline

Topics include:

develop an awareness of current brain research regarding play and learning
understanding diverse theories in types and stages of play
understanding the importance of exploration, active engagement, imaginative play and
authentic opportunities for problem-solving in inquiry-based learning environments
exploring the stages of oral language, reading and writing development in young children
understanding instructional implications for children whose first language is different from the language of instruction
identifying and accessing community, print, electronic and collegial resources
planning a variety of forms of play that is connected to learning and development
understanding a variety of strategies for adapting, modifying and accommodating instruction to meet the needs of all learners
exploring observation-based strategies as a key component of assessment in Kindergarten
identifying and accessing community, print, electronic and collegial resources
exploring strategies for building a shared understanding of play-based programs

Notes

Textbooks

There are no textbooks required for this course.

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 the Primary Division.
"Certificate of Qualification" must be in good standing.
Candidates who hold an Interim COQ may have different/additional criteria for registration as required by the Ontario College of Teachers, and as specified on their Interim COQ.

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

This course is offered by the Faculty of Education. For inquiries you can contact the Continuing Teacher Education Program team directly at aq@uwindsor.ca.