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Program Requirements
This M.A. in Teaching and Learning is a 60-credit, post-graduate degree leading to teacher certification. It is comprised of 45 credits of courses, coupled with 15 credits (minimum of 500 hours) of internship. This professional program offers teacher certification to those already holding an undergraduate degree in a Ministère de l'Éducation, du Loisir et du Sport (MELS) identified teachable subject area. Part-time study is available for this program, as it is intended to serve the needs of a broad and diverse student clientele. Throughout the MATL, emphasis will be on the attainment of the Québec Education Program (QEP) professional competencies, and evidence of mastery of these will be demonstrated in order for students to successfully complete the program. Upon completion, students are recommended to the MELS for certification.Required Courses (45 credits)
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EDEM 690 Research Methods: Philosophy and Practice (3 credits)
Overview
Admin & Policy Studies in Ed : Overview of the epistemological foundations of a range of research methods, including but not limited to quantitative, philosophical, qualitative, arts-based, and mixed methods.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Summer 2012
Instructors: Asghar, Anila (Fall) Churchill, Andrew; Boyle, Dale; Morand, Louise (Winter) Boyle, Dale; Lewkowich, David Derek (Summer)
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.
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EDIN 601 Internship 1 (9 credits)
Overview
EDIN : A minimum of 350 hours (equivalent to 10 weeks) of mentored teaching in a school. The teacher candidate will gradually assume 80-100% responsibility for teaching and related duties. 26 hours of concurrently scheduled professional seminars provide ongoing support.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012
Instructors: Benson, Fiona J; Horner, Norman (Fall) Benson, Fiona J; Horner, Norman (Winter)
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EDIN 602 Internship 2 (10 credits)
Overview
EDIN : A minimum of 280-350 hours (equivalent to 8, 9 or 10 weeks) of mentored teaching in a school. A teacher candidate will assume full responsibility for planning, curriculum, student learning, classroom management and formative and summative evaluation. Twenty-six hours of concurrently scheduled professional seminars provide ongoing support and rigorous application of theory to practice.
Terms: Winter 2012, Fall 2011
Instructors: Benson, Fiona J; Lewkowich, David Derek (Winter)
Prerequisite: EDIN 601 or EDIN 601D1/D2
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EDPS 600 Introductory Professional Seminar (1 credit)
Overview
EDPS : Professional seminar presenting a collage of ideas relevant to field internships in teaching. Topics include stakeholder perspectives and goals, culture and dilemmas of schooling, ethical and legal guidelines, competence, classroom observation, action research and the internship portfolio.
Terms: Summer 2012
Instructors: Benson, Fiona J; Bourassa, Nicole Marie (Summer)
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.
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EDPS 605 Culminating Professional Seminar (1 credit)
Overview
EDPS : Seminars on the experience through aspects of self-examination and reflection. Topics include identifying and understanding progress and areas of weakness, attending to physical and emotional self-care, and charting ongoing professional development. Culminating professional projects are showcased.
Terms: Summer 2012
Instructors: Lewkowich, David Derek (Summer)
Due to the intensive nature of this course, the standard add/drop and withdrawal deadlines do not apply. Add/drop is the first lecture day and withdrawal is the second lecture day.
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EDSL 500 Foundations and Issues in Second Language Education (3 credits)
Overview
Education in Second Languages : Introduction of second language (L2) education; an overview of contributing disciplines (e.g., linguistics, psychology, sociology and education). A history of theory and various methodological approaches to L2 teaching and learning is used to promote an understanding of current theory and practice.
Terms: Fall 2011
Instructors: Riches, Caroline Joan (Fall)
Fall
Restriction: Restricted to students in the Graduate Certificate in TESL.
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EDTL 500 Applications of Educational Psychology Across Classrooms (3 credits)
Overview
EDTL : Selected contemporary theories of human learning and development and their evidence base, including models of individual difference, learning styles, independence and motivation. Implications of selected theoretical models and evidence for educational practice, planning and professional reflection in inclusive classrooms. The role of parents, families/guardians and the complementary role of ancillary educational services in relation to classroom applications of theories. All addressed through the development of professional competencies.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Toste, Jessica (Winter)
Winter
Offered by: Educational and Counselling Psychology
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EDTL 506 Philosophy of Education (3 credits)
Overview
EDTL : An exploration of philosophical underpinnings of educational theories as they inform professional practice. Reflections on aims of education, knowledge and values, nature of schooling and curriculum, roles and responsibilities of professional educators. All addressed through the development of professional competencies.
Terms: Summer 2012
Instructors: McDonough, Kevin Michael (Summer)
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.
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EDTL 508 Critical Influences on Educational Praxis (3 credits)
Overview
EDTL : Implications of intercultural/multicultural, global, environmental and social justice advances as these affect critical thinking and inform practice in the classroom. Addressed through the development of professional competencies.
Terms: Summer 2012
Instructors: Trimble, Lisa; St-Clair, William (Summer)
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.
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EDTL 515 English Exam for Teacher Certification
Overview
EDTL : Two hour exam designed to assess teacher candidates' competency in the language of instruction - MELS requirement for teacher certification in the Quebec school system. Students are permitted 4 attempts to pass this exam; it must be passed before commencing the First Internship (EDIN 601). Any student unsuccessful after 4 attempts must withdraw from the program.
Terms: Fall 2011, Summer 2012
Instructors: Baker, Beverly Anne (Fall) Baker, Beverly Anne (Summer)
Restriction: Open to Graduate students in the M.A. In Teaching and Learning, seeking teacher certification by MELS.
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EDTL 601 Cross-curricular Teaching Methods (3 credits)
Overview
EDTL : Emphasis on pedagogical knowledge in planning and carrying out instruction that meets curriculum goals, is relevant to learners, and is based upon principles of effective instruction. Addressed through the development of professional competencies.
Terms: Summer 2012
Instructors: Commins, John E; Seiler, Gale (Summer)
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.
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EDTL 604 Techniques for Assessment (3 credits)
Overview
EDTL : Exploring the role of assessment in teaching and learning with attention to the Quebec context. Topics include the QEP competencies, kinds of information needed, techniques for collection and ways of interpretation in order to make educational decisions. Principles and methods for assessment with and without tests are discussed and practiced. Addressed through the development of professional competencies.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012
Instructors: Baker, Beverly Anne (Fall) Turner, Carolyn E (Winter)
Prerequisite: EDTL 601
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EDTL 609 Diverse Learners (3 credits)
Overview
EDTL : Current research and practice in educating students who have a variety of individual needs and strengths. The complex interplay between individual and contextual factors that impact learning in the modern classroom. Examination of abilities/disabilities, school and classroom dynamics, and teachers' roles in promoting an inclusive environment. Focus on applicable, practical skills such as curriculum design and modification, formal/informal assessment procedures, universal design for instruction, home-school collaborations, and differentiated instruction.
Terms: Summer 2012
Instructors: Cohen-Gazith, Karen (Summer)
Prerequisite: EDTL 500
Offered by: Educational and Counselling Psychology
Students will practice applying principles of inclusive education to academic, emotional, behavioral, social, physical, and other relevant realms of diverse classrooms with the goal of developing professional competencies applicable to multi-dimensional educational environments.
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.
Complementary Courses (15 credits)
3 credits selected from:
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EDEC 612 Media Literacy (3 credits)
Overview
Curriculum and Instruction : The course examines the nature and possibilities of media literacy education in schooling, including both the development of students' ability to critically analyze the mass, visual, electronic media in society as well as the development of their own ability to utilize various new media for their own communication.
Terms: Summer 2012
Instructors: Cucinelli, Giuliana (Summer)
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.
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EDEC 620 Meanings of Literacy (3 credits)
Overview
Curriculum and Instruction : Investigation of basic issues related to definitions of literacy. Issues include new directions in literacy and education, the need for non-print literacies in contemporary life, and the challenges these changes present for educators.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Pare, Anthony W (Winter)
Winter
Restriction: Not open to students who have taken EDEM 620.
6 credits from, chosen in accordance with MELS subject area:
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EDTL 629 Applied Methods in Teaching Secondary Eng. Language Arts (3 credits)
Overview
EDTL : The teaching of English language arts as framed by contemporary youth social worlds, and current research in critical literary/literacy theory. Addressed through the development of professional competencies. Parts of this course may be undertaken in school settings.
Terms: Fall 2011
Instructors: Peacock, Anne; Benson, Fiona J (Fall)
Corequisite: EDIN 601
- EDTL 630 Advanced Applied Methods in Teaching Sec English Lang Arts (3 credits)
6 credits selected in consultation with the MATL program adviser.
Note: Students in the Second Language Education subject area and students in all other subject areas who choose to complete 'Teaching in Second Language Contexts' as a second subject area must take EDSL 505 and EDSL 512 or EDSL 515.
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EDSL 505 Second Language Acquisition Applied to Classroom Contexts (3 credits)
Overview
Education in Second Languages : An overview of theory and research in second language acquisition, including developmental patterns, factors affecting how second languages are learned, and relevance for teachers in terms of applications to the classroom context.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Howden, James (Winter)
Winter
Prerequisite: EDSL 500.
Restriction: Restricted to students in the Graduate Certificate in TESL.
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EDSL 512 Grammar in Teaching English as a Second Language (3 credits)
Overview
Education in Second Languages : Analysis of English grammar at phonological, morphological, syntactic, semantic, and discourse levels. Applications are made to second language teaching and learning, focusing on integrating grammar into communicative language approaches.
Terms: Summer 2012
Instructors: Crump, Alison (Summer)
Prerequisite: EDSL 505
Restriction: Restricted to students in the Graduate Certificate in TESL
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EDSL 515 Étude de la langue française pour enseignants (3 credits)
Overview
Education in Second Languages : Notions pour l'enseignement du français langue seconde. Composantes linguistique (lexique, morphologie, syntaxe et semantique) et discursive (de la phrase aux types de textes et de discours); apprentissage de la grammaire nouvelle; composante langue des programmes d'études. Les demandes de deuxième langue d'enseignement et d'apprentissage axées sur l'intégration de la structure du langage dans les approches communicatives langagières.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
- Prerequisite: EDSL 505
Students select 6 credits from 500- or 600-level courses related to English Language Arts area and courses from all other streams below:
English Language Arts
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COMS 639 Interpretive Methods in Media (3 credits)
Overview
Communication Studies : A study of the various modes of interpreting and understanding the products of the mass media and of other human communication events.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
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COMS 649 Audience Analysis (3 credits)
Overview
Communication Studies : Advanced theoretical and empirical work on audience analysis from the perspective of recent research in mass communications.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
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EDEC 610 Literature: Children/Young Adults (3 credits)
Overview
Curriculum and Instruction : An examination of the growth of children's literature from the Middle Ages to modern times, with special emphasis on its reflection of social, cultural, psychological and historical events, issues and norms of the times. Particular emphasis is given to its implications for school programs.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
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EDEC 627 Responding to Texts (3 credits)
Overview
Curriculum and Instruction : An examination of current theory and research on response to texts and implications for classroom practice at the elementary, secondary, and post-secondary levels. A special emphasis on the processes involved in reading texts, theories of audiences, and researching and assessing response to texts.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
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EDEC 628 Literacy - Multilingual/Multicultural Settings (3 credits)
Overview
Curriculum and Instruction : This course examines the teaching of literacy in a range of multilingual and multicultural settings in schooling and society, primarily from the sociocultural perspectives of self and group identity as well as empowerment within majority-minority group relations.
Terms: Fall 2011
Instructors: Maguire, Mary H (Fall)
Fall
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ENGL 586 Cultural Studies: Other Media (3 credits)
Overview
English (Arts) : Advanced study of a specific topic in a medium or media other than film, such as television, advertising, radio, or the internet.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
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ENGL 587 Theoretical Approaches to Cultural Studies (3 credits)
Overview
English (Arts) : Advanced study of theoretical issues in and approaches to cultural studies.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Kaite, Berkeley (Winter)
Winter
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ISLA 585 Arab Women's Literature (3 credits)
Overview
Islamic Studies : Explorations of writings by Arab women. Issues include: translation/reception, gender and genre, categories of knowledge about Arab women, feminist and post-colonial theories/methodologies.
Terms: Fall 2011
Instructors: Hartman, Michelle Laura (Fall)
Prerequisite: ISLA 392 or permission of instructor.
Note: Readings in English translation.
All Streams
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EDEC 606 Seminar in Curriculum Inquiry (3 credits)
Overview
Curriculum and Instruction : Students will be introduced to debates that are current in curriculum studies which centre on the appropriate emphasis to be accorded to traditions of schooling. To join the debate, students will need to explore the nature of a variety of traditions and the concomitant curricular manifestations and approaches to pedagogy.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
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EDEM 637 Managing Educational Change (3 credits)
Overview
Admin & Policy Studies in Ed : Conceptual approaches to managing school improvement and reform with applications such as conflict management, action planning, coaching, shared vision-building and problem solving.
Terms: Fall 2011, Summer 2012
Instructors: Shapiro, Bernard J; Wall, Albert E (Fall) Chown, Patricia; Taylor, Donald (Summer)
Fall
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EDEM 644 Curriculum Development and Implementation (3 credits)
Overview
Admin & Policy Studies in Ed : Processes of planning, developing, implementing and adapting curricula in various learning systems.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
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EDEM 646 Planning and Evaluation (3 credits)
Overview
Admin & Policy Studies in Ed : Knowledge and skills development in educational planning and monitoring at the service delivery unit (school, non-governmental organization, adult education centre). Areas of study include strategic management, results-based management, log frame analysis, systems assessment, stakeholders analysis, and fourth generation evaluation.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Taylor, Donald; Chown, Patricia; Conrod, Scott (Winter)
Fall
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EDEM 660 Community Relations in Education (3 credits)
Overview
Admin & Policy Studies in Ed : School-community relations and methods of encouraging public involvement in education.
Terms: Fall 2011
Instructors: Taylor, Donald; Chown, Patricia (Fall)
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SOCI 512 Ethnicity & Public Policy (3 credits)
Overview
Sociology (Arts) : Major themes in the theoretical literature on ethnicity. Public policies with direct and indirect implications for inter-ethnic relations will be studied. Policies affecting areas such as language, education, immigration, employment and promotion, multiculturalism and welfare. Examples drawn from several multi-ethnic societies. Political, constitutional, and economic problems associated with these policy initiatives.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
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SOCI 588 Sociology of Knowledge (3 credits)
Overview
Sociology (Arts) : A review of the current research in the sociology of knowledge. The focus will be on sociological studies of the formation, circulation and reception of scientific and artistic ideas, beliefs and practices, and the configuration and social organization of the collectives involved in these processes.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
- Restriction: Not open to students who have taken SOCI 661.
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SWRK 602 Youth Justice in Canada (3 credits)
Overview
Social Work : Youth delinquency and youth justice intervention from theoretical and practical perspectives, including socio-legal responses to youth crime and strategies of intervention. Exploration of the ways in which gender, 'race', socio-economic status and other factors shape young people's contact and experiences with the criminal justice system.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Milne, Lise (Winter)
Note: Open to all graduate-level students (including students outside of Social Work).
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SWRK 604 Critical Issues: Social Policy (3 credits)
Overview
Social Work : With the erosion of the contemporary welfare state, analysts have argued that state responsibility for social and economic well-being has been shifted to the private sphere, notably families. This course explores how social policies and practices contribute to this shift, and how gender, class and inequalities are thereby reinforced.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Faculty of Education—2011-2012 (last updated Aug. 17, 2011) (disclaimer)