79-160 - AQ Mathematics, Primary and Junior, Part 1
Course Description
Course Outline
- exploring the interconnection of big ideas, key concepts, overall expectations, and enduring understandings in mathematics education
- exploring the role that instructional strategies play in addressing math anxiety, avoidance, and phobia
- knowing the possible range of student responses to problems, error analysis, choosing effective models for specific instructional purposes and developmental levels).
- deepening understanding of curriculum planning, differentiated instruction and universal design in the planning of learning experiences in Mathematics Primary and Junior
- engaging in professional collaborative inquiry and planning processes (for example, “What’s the math behind the problem?”, anticipating student responses, developing probing questions, analyzing student responses, and reflecting upon and making changes to lessons) for teaching mathematics
- exploring the integration of the five strands in the mathematics curriculum
- exploring the central role of mathematical process expectations and embedding them in instruction
- teaching through problem-solving that utilizes multiple entry points that allow for a variety of solutions
- understanding and implementing formative and summative assessment
Notes
Textbook
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 two divisions, i.e. Primary, Junior, Intermediate, or Senior.
- "Certificate of Qualification" 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