CONT609: Intermediate Science - General
In the Intermediate Science AQ, you’ll explore a variety of pedagogical strategies and techniques that will empower you to support a wide diversity of learners in a destreamed science classroom. This course uses an evidence-based approach to create resources that promote learning about science through an inquiry-based process that embraces the principles of equity. You will develop your skills through a collaborative learning model that allows you to network with other Science educators. By the end of the course, you will have a deep understanding of relevant Ministry policies and curricular expectations and access to resources co-created with colleagues.
Learning Outcomes
What You Will Learn and Do
In this course you’ll have the opportunity to
- examine instructional designs and practices that support the well-being and achievement of diverse students
- analyze issues and strategies that support equity in educational settings
- review professional standards and government policies
- create long-ranged plans that address curriculum expectations and develop students’ global competency skills
- diversify your understanding and skills in designing assessment and evaluation tasks
- explore the principles and strategies of Universal Design of Learning
- design lessons that use Culturally Responsive and Relevant Pedagogy
- apply instructional designs and practices that embrace First Nations, Metis, and Inuit perspectives and ways of knowing
- develop strategies supporting inquiry-based programs and collaborative learning
Assessments
Module 1
Develop your Paradigm
Module 2
Long-Range Planning
Progress Update 1
Module 3
Pedagogical Stances
Module 4
Guiding Inquiry
Progress Update 2
Module 5
Collaborative Learning
Module 6
Assessment and Evaluation
Progress Update 3
Module 7
Consolidation
Final Report