This course looks at a variety of teaching and learning strategies that match your educational philosophy against the Grade 11 and 12 Ontario Biology curriculum. One of the primary goals is to help you develop and deliver curriculum that is meaningful and engaging for your future student learners. Much of the course focuses on the collegial discussion of strategies and collaboration is encouraged through a number of activities such as the design of a unit and development of key concepts. Learn with us at OISE for a stimulating learning session and discover many interesting and engaging ways of teaching and learning.

Teaching and learning in the 21st century chemistry classroom requires a strong foundation in a variety of practices. Recognizing the uniqueness of every teacher, this course looks at a variety of teaching and learning strategies that match your educational philosophy against the Grade 11 and 12 Ontario Chemistry curriculum. One of the primary goals is to help you develop and deliver curriculum that is meaningful and engaging for your future student learners. Much of the course focuses on the collegial discussion of strategies and collaboration is encouraged through a number of activities such as the design of a unit and development of key concepts. Learn with us at OISE for a stimulating learning session and discover many interesting and engaging ways of teaching and learning.

This course provides the teacher with the opportunity to explore the pedagogical and content knowledge necessary to develop and deliver a dynamic and engaging English program for students in grades 11 and 12. Course readings, discussions, activities and projects will support candidates in developing teaching and learning strategies in the context of current assessment and evaluation practices and help in addressing the diverse needs of Senior English students at all levels.

Candidates in the Senior Geography ABQ course examine and implement curriculum planning and program development through on-line demonstrations, presentations, directed readings, seminars, and interactive discussions. Learning experiences focus on characteristics of learning orientations, evaluation, assessment and instructional strategies as they apply to senior level geography.

In the Senior Division History Additional Qualification Course at OISE, candidates will examine the teaching of history at the senior level in the 21st Century. Particular attention will be given to understanding the challenges facing educators in an educational environment that is constantly changing. This AQ will examine traditional pedagogies while exploring the role technology plays in the 21st Century classroom. As a group we will re-imagine the classroom to create an environment that encourages critical thinking and inquiry while simultaneously reinforcing our students' role in an ever changing society and preparing them for the next step in their educational careers.

This course emphasizes the importance of Health and Physical Education in the lives of Senior students (grades 11 and 12). Candidates will examine current and effective instructional strategies, equitable assessment practices and other Ministry of Education documents and resources relevant to teaching the 21st Century Learner in Health and Physical Education. Candidates will be given opportunities to collaborate and reflect with colleagues as well as learn through actively participating in an inclusive and cooperative learning environment.

Aristotle said that the "Law is reason, free from passion." However, he was only half right. The law is, in fact, full of passion. Taking the OISE Law ABQ provides an exciting opportunity for both new and experienced teachers to independently and objectively evaluate how law permeates our society. This ABQ will develop your familiarity with legal principles, theories and content as you examine the Ontario Ministry documents and curriculum expectations in order to develop Lessons and Units that will support your teaching practices. Learning about key concepts such as Human Rights, Criminal and Civil Law, will help new law teachers to develop effective instructional strategies and teaching practices that will encourage their own students to think critically. Candidates will have ample opportunities to create and explore practical activities and content to implement in senior law classes that encourage a positive, equitable learning environment.

The Senior ABQ Mathematics course focuses on the Ontario senior mathematics curriculum and pedagogical practices of senior mathematics (Grades 11-12). Share and demonstrate your knowledge of the senior mathematics curriculum expectations. Individually, and in groups, you will also explore, create, and participate in learning activities and discussions related to new trends in alternative instructional and assessment practices. Connections will be made to how these practices will meet the characteristics and needs of adolescent learners.

The First Nations, Metis and Inuit Studies Senior course will be of interest to teachers of the senior division who to wish to gain further knowledge and insight into the culture, values and perspectives of First Nation, Metis and Inuit peoples. This course will enable teachers to effectively integrate and infuse these aspects throughout the senior curriculum . There will be opportunities to explore in depth the First Nations, Metis and Inuit world views, challenges and successes through media, community connections and class sharing . Lists of resources and practical ideas to use in the senior classroom will be made available to candidates.

Teaching and learning in the 21st century physics classroom requires a strong foundation in a variety of practices. Recognizing the uniqueness of every teacher, this course looks at a variety of teaching and learning strategies that match your educational philosophy against the Grade 11 and 12 Ontario Physics curriculum. One of the primary goals is to help you develop and deliver curriculum that is meaningful and engaging for your future student learners. Much of the course focuses on the collegial discussion of strategies and collaboration is encouraged through a number of activities such as the design of a unit and development of key concepts. Learn with us at OISE for a stimulating learning session and discover many interesting and engaging ways of teaching and learning.

Candidates of Social Science Senior will explore the disciplines and theories underpinning the study of anthropology, psychology, and sociology. This course examines program planning, learning expectations and organizational approaches to the study of the Social Sciences. Candidates will learn about the secondary school environment and the adolescent learner while engaging in interactive discussions and activities. The successful candidate will learn to apply current learning strategies, assessment and evaluation structures, as well as principles of curriculum design for Senior Social Science. Candidates will also investigate current pedagogical approaches related to teaching and learning in the grade 11 and 12 Social Science classroom.

Computer Studies Senior is all about creating and problem solving and explores Computer Science pedagogy including best practices in teaching and learning in grades 11 and 12. This course represents an exciting opportunity for teachers to expand their ability to jointly explore the principles of decomposition, pattern recognition, abstractions, and algorithms. Ontario Ministry documents and curriculum will be explored to develop student-centric activities so students are able to explore their passion for computing. Strategies will be developed to create a Computer Science classroom into a place where students are makers and creators and not simply consumers of technology. The course explores computing systems fundamentals, computing innovations, and important societal issues such as data privacy, environmental issues, and computing ethics.

Dramatic Arts Senior examines leadership in applying theory and developing innovative practice of drama in grades 11 and 12. The course explores designing and delivering student-centered drama programs which focus on personal development, societal awareness and artistic expression, enhancement of teaching skills and development of innovative, consultative processes among drama teachers.

Ce cours explore les programmes d'enseignement de français langue seconde (FLS), les initiatives du Ministère de l'éducation et les tendances liées à l'apprentissage de FLS, de la pédagogie équitable, anti-oppressive et anticoloniale du point de vue de l'enseignement au palier supérieur. Ce cours utilise une pédagogie critique pour explorer les fondements théoriques reliés à l’apprentissage de FLS, la planification, l'élaboration et la mise en œuvre des programmes de FLS, la conception et les pratiques pédagogiques, l'évaluation, l'environnement d'apprentissage, la recherche et les considérations éthiques liées à l'enseignement et à l'apprentissage de FLS dans les écoles de langue anglaise de l’Ontario. À travers ce cours, les candidates et les candidats réfléchissent à et utilisent les meilleures pratiques en explorant de nouvelles tendances afin de créer de la programmation équitable, équilibrée et novatrice.