Philosophical Foundations.

Terms offered: Fall 2026, Winter 2027

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.

Educational Psychology.

Terms offered: Summer 2026, Fall 2026, Winter 2027

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.

Indigenous Education.

Terms offered: Fall 2026, Winter 2027

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.

Equity and Education.

Terms offered: Fall 2026, Winter 2027

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.

Global Education and Social Justice.

Terms offered: Fall 2026, Winter 2027

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.

Policy Issues in Quebec and Indigenous Education.

Terms offered: Summer 2026, Fall 2026

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.

Contemporary Issues in Education.

Terms offered: Fall 2026

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.

Society and Change.

Terms offered: Fall 2026

Factors influencing patterns of stability and change in major social institutions and the implications for formal and non-formal education.

Leadership and Group Skills.

Terms offered: Winter 2027

Management, effective team leadership, group dynamics, and communications skills crucial for leaders. Discussion of mainstream, intercultural, Indigenous, international, and institutional practices and leadership skills.

Media, Learning, and Digital Cultures

Terms offered: Winter 2027

The broad practice of critical media literacy and the skills needed to engage media critically (both encoding and decoding). Foundational concepts that support the inclusion of digital media literacies in learning environments, including constructivism, constructionism, and metacognition. Exploration of the concept of learning productions, project-based learning, and accessibility in media. Answers questions about what the internet looks like, where it is located, and what happens when we go online.

Program Design and Evaluation.

Terms offered: Winter 2027

Development and design of programs and curricula; exploration of current models of assessment and evaluation as applied to the educational context.

21st Century Learning.

Terms offered: Fall 2026

21st Century Learning that shifts education away from learning as a cognitive/rational endeavour focused on reproduction of content knowledge, and toward learning as a life-long process. Contemporary learning in seven areas: 1) make learning and learner engagement central; 2) learning is social and often collaborative; 3) be attuned to learners’ motivations and emotions; 4) be sensitive to individual differences including prior knowledge; 5) be demanding for each learner but without excessive overload; 6) recognize assessment as critical, but with strong emphasis on formative feedback; 7) promote horizontal connectedness across activities and subjects, in and out of school.

Measurement and Evaluation.

Terms offered: Fall 2026, Winter 2027

The purposes of examinations. Causes of complaints about examinations. Equalizing means and dispersions in distribution of marks. Standardized scores. The percentile system. Essay and objective-type examinations. Taxonomies of educational objectives. Validity and reliability: item analysis.

Educational Techniques for Planning and Assessment

Terms offered: Winter 2027

Exploration of the roles of planning and assessment in teaching and learning with attention to the Quebec context, culturally responsive assessment, the impact of technological advancements such as generative AI, backward design, writing learning objectives, assessment for, of, and as learning, differentiated planning practices, and the creation of assessment tools.

Instruction in Inclusive Schools.

Terms offered: Summer 2026, Fall 2026

Developing, planning, implementing and evaluating effective learning programs for diverse learners, and consideration of their more general applicability. Adapting curriculum and instruction for learners with varying abilities, learning styles, and needs. Collaboration with students, families, and other educators (or stakeholders) in the instructional process. Application of adaptations at the classroom and school level for all students in inclusive schools.