Offered by:Kinesiology and Physical Ed
Degree:Bachelor of Education
Program Requirement:
The Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) - Physical and Health Education is a 120-credit program leading to teacher certification. Students who have not completed Quebec CEGEP, French Baccalaureate, International Baccalaureate, or at least one year of university studies prior to commencing the B.Ed. must also complete a minimum of 30 credits of Freshman courses (in addition to the 120 credit program) for a total of 150 credits.
The Physical and Health Education program prepares students to teach physical and health education at the elementary and secondary levels. In a unique structure interweaving academic studies, professional course work, and teaching practices over the course of study, students are rapidly given the opportunity to assume a teaching role; the extent of teaching involvement and expectations progressively building on additional academic and professional courses.
Please note that graduates of teacher education programs are recommended by the University for Quebec certification to the Ministère de l'Éducation, et L'Enseignment supérieur (MEES). For more information about teacher certification in Quebec, please refer to the Faculty of Education section under "Overview of Faculty Programs", "Undergraduate Education Programs", and "Quebec Teacher Certification".
Freshman Program
Freshman students are required to complete 30 credits of introductory (100- or 200-level) courses. Students will not be granted permission to take first-year (U1) courses if the credits from the Freshman year have not been obtained. For students considering a second teachable subject, the following areas are recommended: history, geography, English, or mathematics.
From the "Required Courses" list, Freshman students take the 0-credit course EDEC 215 English Language Requirement. In addition, in consultation with the Program Adviser, students may select courses from the recommended course list below or other courses.
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EDEC 202
Effective Communication
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Curriculum and Instruction: Effective writing, speaking, and non-verbal communication skills for a variety of academic
and professional situations. Feedback approaches, influential rhetoric, and how to
make effective requests to build productive teams through communication. Communication norms in multiple contexts and cultures, identification and correction of common errors in grammar, mechanics and usage.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Terms
- Instructors
- Melanie Bennett-Stonebanks, Stephen Peters, Emily Mannard
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EDEM 220
Contemporary Issues in Ed.
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Admin & Policy Studies in Ed: An introduction to contemporary issues in education in local, national and international contexts, including a critical perspective on educational issues by drawing on a variety of analytical frameworks.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Terms
- Instructors
- Mitchell Miller, Jason Lister
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WCOM 250
Research Essay and Rhetoric
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Written and Oral Communication: Academic research-based writing across the disciplines. Article summary, critical analysis, rhetorical strategies, citation and paraphrase of academic sources, and editing for cohesion and clarity.
Offered by: McGill Writing Centre
- Restriction: Not open to students who have taken CESL 500 or CEAP 250 or WCOM 255. Only open to students in degree programs - all years and faculties.
- Intended for students whose first language is English.
- Entrance test: Short essay first day of classes.
- Terms
- Instructors
- Richard R Cooper, Yvonne Hung, Zachary J Abram, André R Babyn, Kodi Scheer
- Sumanthra Govender, Yvonne Hung, Richard R Cooper, Zachary J Abram
Required Courses (102 credits)
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EDEC 215
English Exam for Teacher Cert.
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Curriculum and Instruction: The English Exam for Teacher Certification (EETC) is a Quebec Ministry of Education-required component of the B.Ed. degree. The exam is coordinated by an independent organization, the Centre for the English Exam for Teacher Certification (CEETC). Consists of a 2-hour exam designed to assess teacher
candidates' competency in the language of instruction. Must be completed before the 3rd Field Experience. Students must register for EDEC 215 and register for the EETC on the CEETC website. Students who do not pass after four attempts require permission from the Internships & Student Affairs Office to re-take the exam.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Terms
- Instructors
- Jill Brook, Stephen Peters
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EDEC 247
Policy Issues:QC&Indigenous Ed
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Curriculum and Instruction: The organization of Quebec education, including Indigenous education, from historical, political, social, cultural and legal perspectives. The implications and contributions of policy decisions to schools, students, and families.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Restriction: Not open to students who have taken EDEM 405.
- **Due to the intensive nature of this course, the standard add/drop and withdrawal deadlines do not apply. Add/drop is the second lecture day and withdrawal is the fifth lecture day.
- Terms
- Instructors
- Tino Bordonaro, Frederick Farmer
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EDEC 260
Philosophical Foundations
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Curriculum and Instruction: Ideas essential for the development of a coherent educational theory and sound professional practice. Reflections on: the nature of the person, of reality, of knowledge, and of value; the aims of education, the nature of the school and the curriculum, the roles and responsibilities of professional educators.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Restrictions: Not open to students who have taken EDER 400. Students who have taken or are taking EDEC 261 cannot take this course for credit.
- Terms
- Instructors
- Nasim Noroozi, Jayne Malenfant, Helal H Dhali
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EDFE 246
First Field Exp. (Phys Ed)
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Student Teaching: Supervised student teaching in Physical Education in an elementary school. Students are expected to apprise themselves of Field Experience dates, duration and responsibilities as outlined on the Internships and Student Affairs website at
Offered by: Education - Dean's Office
- Prerequisite: EDKP 342
- Restriction: Open to B.Ed. Physical and Health Education students
- Note: Expectations for this field experience can be found at .
- Terms
- This course is not scheduled for the 2024-2025 academic year
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
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EDFE 373
Second Field Exp. (Phys Ed)
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Student Teaching: Supervised student teaching in physical education in a secondary school. Students are expected to apprise themselves of Field Experience dates, duration and responsibilities as outlined on the Internships and Student Affairs website at .
Offered by: Education - Dean's Office
- Prerequisite: EDFE 246
- Restriction: Open to B.Ed. Phys. Ed. students.
- Note: Expectations for this field experience, according to your program, can be found at .
- Add/Drop date: Wednesday, May 20. Withdrawal without refund: May 25.
- Terms
- This course is not scheduled for the 2024-2025 academic year
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
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EDFE 380
Third Field Exp. (Phys Ed)
7 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Student Teaching: Supervised student teaching physical education in a school. Students are expected to apprise themselves of Field Experience dates, duration and responsibilities as outlined on the Internships and Student Affairs website at .
Offered by: Education - Dean's Office
- Prerequisites: EDFE 373, EDEC 215.
- Corequisite: EDKP 307.
- Restriction: Only open to B.Ed. Physical and Health Education students.
- Note: Expectations for this field experience, according to your program, can be found at .
- Terms
- Instructors
- Yasmine Zein, Michael Creamer
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EDFE 480
Fourth Field Exp. (Phys Ed)
7 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Student Teaching: A minimum of 35 days of supervised teaching Physical Education in a school.
Offered by: Education - Dean's Office
- Prerequisite: EDFE 380
- Corequisite: EDKP 442.
- Restriction: Only open to B.Ed. Physical Education students
- Note: Expectations for this field experience, according to your program, can be found at .
- Terms
- Instructors
- Michael Creamer, Yasmine Zein
- Michael Creamer, Yasmine Zein
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EDKP 100
Introduction to P&HE in Quebec
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: This course will place physical and health education into the Quebec context. Relationships between academic course work and physical activity course offerings will be made to clearly link research and teaching practice.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
- Restriction(s): Restricted to U1 B.Ed. in Physical and Health Education students only.
- Restriction(s): Not open to students who have taken EDKP 226 and EDKP 394.
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EDKP 204
Health Education
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: A study of the teacher's role in the total school health program at both elementary and high school levels; current issues in contemporary health education.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
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EDKP 208
Biomechanics & Motor Learning
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Nature and mechanical function of human movement in sport, dance, physical recreation and adapted movement activities.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
- Prerequisite: EDKP 293.
- Restriction: Not open to students who have taken EDKP 206.
- Terms
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
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EDKP 213
Aquatics.
1 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Acquisition of skills and techniques in aquatics.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
- Terms
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
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EDKP 215
Standard First Aid/CPR Level C
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Students are expected to take, on their own in their final year of study, Standard Level Safety First Aid/Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation Level "C" course and submit proof of certification to the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education. Anyone who fails to submit valid proof of certification will not be granted a degree.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
- Terms
- This course is not scheduled for the 2024-2025 academic year
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
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EDKP 217
Track and Field
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Using track and field to address a variety of progressions of learning that are included at all levels of, and in relation to, the Quebec Physical Education Curriculum. The Sport Education model will be utilized to stress the transferability
of the sport-specific skills needed to engage in track and field.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
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EDKP 223
Games 1: Elementary Phys. Ed.
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Focus on Teaching Games For Understanding, in relation to the Quebec Physical Education Curriculum, which includes invasion games, target games, net and wall games, and striking and fielding games. Emphasis will be placed on
fundamental movement through a variety of games and physical activities.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
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EDKP 225
Games 2: Secondary Phys. Ed.
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Focus on Teaching Games For Understanding, in relation to the Quebec Physical Education Curriculum, to explore sport-specific skills, tactics, and strategies that are included across traditional sports and settings. The conceptual teaching of physical education will be emphasized.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
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EDKP 232
Health-Related Fitness
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Participation in activities surrounding the components of cardiovascular fitness, strength, and flexibility. Exposure to a variety of fitness assessments as well as how these assessments can be used to connect to the Quebec Physical Education Curriculum’s student plans of action in regards to overall health and well-being.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
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EDKP 235
Non-Traditional Phys. Act
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Martial arts, meditation,stress releasing and other related activities will be introduced to incorporate these activities into future physical education and health programs. The Quebec Physical Education Curriculum will be utilized.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
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EDKP 237
Outdoor Education
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Utilization of the outdoors in interdisciplinary lesson planning to engage students in alternative environments, using the Teaching Personal Social Responsibility Through Physical Activity model. Urban outdoor activities will also be included to meet the realities of teaching in large urban centres.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
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EDKP 253
Movement Education
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: A Laban theme-based approach will be incorporated through dance, gymnastics, circus and parkour. Basic movement patterns of balance, landings, rotations, and locomotion will be taught. Developmental lesson planning and safety will be incorporated throughout the course.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
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EDKP 261
Motor Development
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Changes apparent in motor behaviour from conception to old age. Two perspectives are emphasized: 1) contemporary and historical theories of human development, 2) development of motor behaviour and influences of physical growth, sensori-perceptual development, information processing and socio-cultural factors.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
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EDKP 292
Nutrition and Wellness
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: This course will examine the role of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals and water in a balanced diet. Students will be introduced to the affects of nutrition on exercise, sport performance and wellness. The validity of claims concerning nutrient supplements will be studied.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
- Restriction: Not open to students who have taken EDKP 392
- Terms
- Instructors
- Hugues Plourde, Sarah Blunden
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EDKP 293
Anatomy and Physiology
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Basic foundations of structural, neuromuscular and visceral anatomy extending to the basic elements of the neuromuscular, circulatory and respiratory systems with emphasis on applications in instructional and coaching settings.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
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EDKP 307
Evaluation in Phys Ed
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Measurement and evaluation techniques designed to assess progress in physical education settings.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
- Prerequisite: EDFE 246
- Restriction: Not open to students who have taken EDKP 207
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EDKP 330
Physical Act & Public Health
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Introduction to literature on the role of physical activity and general health and well-being. Examination of exercise adherence issues, exercise prescription, and the economic impact of physical fitness programs in the workplace. Epidemiologic literature. Concepts of health promotion and public health.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
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EDKP 342
Phys. Ed Methods
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: This course is a prerequisite for all field experience and practice.) Designed to prepare students for a teaching/leadership role in physical education. They will examine teaching/leadership effectiveness as it relates to organization and observation techniques, planning, instruction and evaluation of physical activity.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
- Terms
- Instructors
- Michael Creamer, William James Harvey
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EDKP 391
Physiology in Sport & Exercise
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Examination of the responses of the human body during and following acute and chronic exercise with practical applications for a school setting.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
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EDKP 394
Historical Perspectives
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: A historical survey of the form and function of organized sport and physical activity.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
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EDKP 396
Adapted Physical Activity
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Assessment, instruction and evaluation in physical activity for special populations. Emphasis on inclusion of people labelled intellectually disabled, learning disabled, physically awkward, autistic, visually or hearing impaired and physically disabled. Weekly lectures plus practical teaching lab.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
- Restriction: Not open to students who have taken EDKP 496
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EDKP 442
Physical Education Pedagogy
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: This pedagogy course builds on physical education methods and field experiences. It focuses on the developing teacher, the establishment of the learning environment, and the implementation of the varied teaching strategies. Principles of research on teaching in physical education are translated into practical techniques for application in the field.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
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EDKP 443
Research Methods
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: How to conduct and understand research in physical activity, including a complete overview of the research process, statistical and measurement concepts in research, the various types of research including both quantitative and qualitative aspects, as well as ways of presenting research.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
- Terms
- Instructors
- William Falcão, Bruno da Costa
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EDKP 448
Exercise and Health Psychology
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: The psychological aspects of health and participation in exercise and physical activity. The application of psychological knowledge and methodology within exercise and health. Theory and evidence on selected topics in this area of study.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
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EDKP 494
PhysEd Curriculum Development
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Analysis of important philosophies, principles, and personal, educational, and societal issues that influence current physical and health education curricula with particular emphasis on the Québec curriculum for Physical Education and Health.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
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EDKP 498
Sport Psychology
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: The psychological aspects of participation in sport and physical activity relative to performance enhancement.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
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EDPE 300
Educational Psychology
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Ed Psych & Couns (Psychology): Selected theories, models, and concepts relevant to planning and reflecting upon educational practice and improvement. Overview of development, learning, thinking, motivation, individual difference, etc. In relation to applications in classroom teaching and learning, the complementary role of counsellors and psychologists, educational computing and technology. The Youth Protection Act.
Offered by: Educational&Counselling Psych
- Terms
- Instructors
- Roberta Thomson, Gus Appignanesi, Flavio K Murahara
Complementary Courses (6 credits)
6 credits selected as specified below:
Multicultural Education
3 credits from:
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EDEC 233
Indigenous Education
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Curriculum and Instruction: An exploration of Indigenous knowledge and pedagogy, primarily in Canada but also world-wide. Consideration of the diverse social, cultural, linguistic, political, and pedagogical histories of Indigenous communities. Examines how a teacher's professional identity and practice can be influenced by an understanding of Indigenous knowledge and worldviews.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- There is a $25 fee used to purchase essential materials needed to provide students with first hand insight into indigenous ways of knowing. Fees are also used to remunerate indigenous elders, knowledge keepers and/or cultural presenters that provide cultural or pedagogical expertise.
- Terms
- Instructors
- Michelle Kennedy
- Geraldine M King, Michelle Kennedy
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EDEC 248
Equity and Education
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Curriculum and Instruction: Introduction to and exploration of contemporary issues and theories about equity in education and society in Quebec/Canada from a range of perspectives, including
the historical, political, social, and economic. Provides learning opportunities for future educators to critically reflect upon and engage with equity issues and concerns in relation to schooling, including the exploration of classroom resources and activities that foster anti-racism, anti-oppression and intercultural approaches.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Restriction: Not open to students who have taken or are taking EDEC 249.
- Terms
- Instructors
- Melanie Bennett-Stonebanks, Nagui Demian
- Emmanuel Tabi
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EDEC 249
Global Ed. and Social Justice
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Curriculum and Instruction: A cross-curricular, interdisciplinary approach to teaching/creating learning experiences for students. It will foster critical thinking and nurture lifelong global understanding, active engagement and participation in relation to questions of social, economic, and environmental justice, by infusing these issues in the classroom.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Restriction: Not open to students who have taken or are taking EDEC 248.
3 credits from:
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EDEC 262
Media, Tech. and Education
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Curriculum and Instruction: Orientation to the equipment and systems of educational technology. Examination of theories of educational technology, media education and technology education and the exploration and development of possible applications in school settings.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- **Due to the intensive nature of this course, the standard add/drop and withdrawal deadlines do not apply. Add/drop is the second lecture day and withdrawal is the fourth lecture day.
- Terms
- Instructors
- Michael B Lipset, Joseph B Margallo, Ashley Jarvis
- Michael B Lipset
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EDPT 200
Integ Ed Tech in Classrooms
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Ed Psych & Couns (Media): The course is designed to help practicing and future teachers integrate current and emerging technology in their daily teaching practices. It is a practical, hands-on course that is grounded in constructivist learning theory. The participants will learn by engaging in authentic tasks in a project-based learning environment.
Offered by: Educational&Counselling Psych
- Also offered through the School of Continuing Studies.
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EDPT 204
Create&Use Media for Learning
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Ed Psych & Couns (Media): Creating and using media for learning. The course reviews audio-visual education (text, visuals, audio, video, and augmented reality), media and information literacy for K-11, higher education, and society, and how data are represented and used in education and research in different disciplines. The rationale and underlying principles for the design, production and effective use of media are emphasized.
Offered by: Educational&Counselling Psych
- Offered through the School of Continuing Studies.
- Terms
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
Electives (12 credits)
12 credits chosen from any of the University's course offerings to contribute to the student's academic proficiency and professional preparation. Students are encouraged to choose as they wish. However, beware that some courses have restrictions, pre-requisites and/or enrollment limitations.
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