EDPD 582 (3) Special Topics: Investigation of Practice
An overview of the principles, processes, strategies and resources for differentiating instruction to support the diverse student needs in today's classrooms. The course will provide an opportunity for students to explore a variety of strategies and to develop practical plans for implementation. (45:0:0 for 1 weeks)
Prerequisite: Enrolment in the Inclusive Education Graduate Diploma (IEGD) program and/or permission of the instructor.
EDPD 583 (3) Social, Emotional and Behavioural Needs: Foundations and Exemplary Practices
Exploration of issues regarding students with behavioural challenges. This course will include an investigation of critical issues related to supporting students with social, emotional and behavioural needs, as well as a survey of best practice models. EDPD 583 was formerly called EDPD 581; credit will not be granted for both courses. (9:0:0 for 5 weeks)
Prerequisite: Enrolment in the Inclusive Education Graduate Diploma program and/or permission of the instructor.
EDPD 584 (3) Assistive Technology: Foundations & Exemplary Practices
New pedagogical perspectives for engaging teaching and learning of students with exceptionalities using assistive technology will be explored. The students will develop strategies for the application of educational and assistive technologies, as well as the technical skills required to be confident in the design and application of custom, technology-enhanced curriculum. EDPD 584 was formerly called EDPD 581; credit will not be granted for both courses. (9:0:0 for 5 weeks)
Prerequisite: Enrolment in the Inclusive Education Graduate Diploma program and/or permission of the instructor.
EDPD 585 (3) Collaborative Planning for Student Success
Students will engage in an exploration of communication and interpersonal skills needed to positively interact in emotional situations. These skills support problem solving, conflict resolution, and collaborative planning required to support teams working with special needs students. Roles and responsibilities of team members will also be explored. EDPD 585 was formerly called EDPD 582; credit will not be granted for both courses. (9:0:0 for 5 weeks)
Prerequisite: Enrolment in the Inclusive Education Graduate Diploma (IEGD) program and/or permission of the instructor.
EDPD 586 (3) Gifted Learners: Investigation of Practice
An overview of the characteristics and needs of gifted learners. Best practices are discussed within a model for planning an effective educational program. Teaching strategies encompassing the essential components of a supportive program are explored. Participants will develop a student plan and practice strategies beneficial for gifted learners. EDPD 586 was formerly called EDPD 582; credit will not be granted for both courses. (9:0:0 for 5 weeks)
Prerequisite: Enrolment in the Inclusive Education Graduate Diploma (IEGD) program and/or permission of the instructor.
EDPD 587 (6) Developing Functional Curricula: Investigation of Practice
An overview of the characteristics and needs of low incidence learners. Best practices and a range of teaching strategies that encompass the essential components of a supportive program are presented. Participants will develop a student plan and practice strategies known to be beneficial for those requiring a modified curriculum. (18:0:0 for 5 weeks)
Prerequisite: Enrolment in the Inclusive Education Graduate Diploma (IEGD) program and/or permission of the instructor.
EDPD 588 (3) Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders: Investigation of Practice
An overview of the characteristics and needs of students with FASD. Best practices and a range of teaching strategies that encompass the essential components of a supportive program are presented. Participants will develop a student plan and practice strategies known to be beneficial for students with FASD. (9:0:0 for 5 weeks)
Prerequisite: Enrolment in the Inclusive Education Graduate Diploma (IEGD) program and/or permission of the instructor.
EDPD 589 (3) Autism Spectrum Disorders: Investigation of Practice
An overview of the characteristics and needs of students with ASDs. Best practices and a range of teaching strategies that encompass the essential components of a supportive program are presented. Participants will develop a student plan and practice strategies known to be beneficial for students with ASD. (9:0:0 for 5 weeks)
Prerequisite: Enrolment in the Inclusive Education Graduate Diploma (IEGD) program and/or permission of the instructor.
EDPD 590 (3) Conference Related Special Project
A variable content course focusing on the design, implementation and analysis of an application in the curricular area or specialty under study. Full attendance of a workshop/conference or presentation on a topic related to special education is required and must be pre-approved by faculty supervisor prior to attending. (9:0:0 for 5 weeks)
Prerequisite: Enrolment in the Inclusive Education Graduate Diploma (IEGD) program and/or permission of the instructor.
EDPD 591 (3) Literacy/Numeracy: Foundations & Exemplary Practices
A survey of foundations and exemplary practices in literacy and numeracy development for students with learning exceptionalities. An exploration of best practice in the areas of math and reading in special education, as well as learning theories and strategies that best match the needs of students with exceptional learning profiles. EDPD 591 was formerly called EDPD 581; credit will not be granted for both courses. (9:0:0 for 5 weeks)
Prerequisite: Enrolment in the Inclusive Education Graduate Diploma (IEGD) program and/or permission of the instructor.
EDPD 592 (6) Norm and Criterion Referenced Assessment and Intervention
An overview of principles of norm and criterion referenced assesment, including the administration and interpretation of Level B testing and planning for interventions. EDPD 592 was formerly called EDTE 619; credit will not be granted for both courses. (7:2:0 for 20 weeks)
Prerequisite: Second year standing in the Inclusive Education Graduate Diploma program and/or permission of the instructor.
EDPD 593 (3) Differentiating Curriculum in the Inclusive Classroom: Investigation of Practice
An overview of the principles, processes, strategies and resources for differentiating instruction to support the diverse student needs in today's classrooms. The course will provide an opportunity for students to explore a variety of strategies and to develop practical plans for implementation. (9:0:0 for 5 weeks)
Prerequisite: Enrolment in the Inclusive Education Graduate Diploma (IEGD) program and/or permission of the instructor.
EDPD 594 (3) Learning Disabilities: Investigation of Practice
An overview of the characteristics and needs of LD learners. Best practices are discussed within a model for planning effective educational programs. Teaching strategies encompassing the essential components of a supportive program are explored. Participants will develop a student plan and practice strategies beneficial for students with learning disabilities. (40:0:0 for 5 weeks)
Prerequisite: Admission to the Inclusive Education Graduate Diploma program and/or permission of the instructor.
EDTE 619 (3) Individual Assessment Using Level B Standardized Measures
An overview of principles of assessment, administration and interpretation of Level B testing, with an emphasis on achievement testing. (5:0:0 for 8 weeks)
Prerequisite: Enrolment in the Teacher Professional Upgrading Post Degree Diploma program, and one of EDTE 615, EDTE 618 or EDTE 620, and experience with standardized class evaluation measures and/or permission of instructor.
EDTE 620 (3) An Introduction to Special Education
An exploration of issues related to teaching students with diverse needs. Topics include the learning needs of students in the low- and high- incidence ranges, the roles and responsibilities of the special education teacher, provincial policies and procedures and models to support students in inclusive classrooms. Credit will only be granted for one of EDTE 532,EDTE 615,EDTE 618 or EDTE 620. (9:0:0 for 5 weeks)
Prerequisite: Enrolment in the Inclusive Education Graduate Diploma (IEGD) program and/or permission of the instructor.