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EDCUR 898.3, 899.6
Individual Reading - Special Problems in School Subjects
1/2(3R),1&2(3R)
In order to provide an opportunity for individual study in an area of the student's own interest, a number of individual studies are offered. Each calls for intensive reading or a curriculum project under the guidance of a faculty supervisor. A paper is required. A proposal, representing a contract for the extent and nature of the work to be done, must be approved by a committee consisting of three members of faculty and other professionals of recognized experience and authority in the area. An oral defense of the completed work will be processed by that committee.
EDCUR 990
Seminar in Curriculum Research
A required seminar for Master's and Ph.D. graduate students in Curriculum Studies, taken by all full-time students throughout the academic year. Ongoing research and development projects of faculty and students form the focus of first term seminars, while readings and student-identified issues form the basis for second term seminars. This seminar also provides students with information and guidance to help them profit from their program of studies, and to utilize computer technology effectively. Separate seminars are arranged for Master's and Ph.D. students. Registration in EDCUR 990 seminar is required for one year only.
EDCUR 992.6
Project
Research or curriculum project which is required on the project option for the M.Ed. Each project calls for intensive reading, under the guidance of a staff supervisor. A minor thesis may be required. Alternate requirement may be a curriculum project. The proposal for the minor thesis or for the project, and the oral defense, will be processed by a committee constituted in the same fashion as for a thesis committee.
EDCUR 994
Research
A student undertaking research leading to a Master's thesis must register in this course each year until the thesis is completed.
EDCUR 200.3
Curriculum and Instruction
1&2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): EDFDT 101(or corequisite for Sequential Program students).
Introduces students to the fundamental processes of curriculum development and teaching. Sets out a conceptual framework (the transmission, transaction and transformation modes of curriculum) and uses that structure to present and critique the K-12 core program of the province. The laboratory component provides students with experiences in learning how to teach, resource-based learning, and the preparation of pedagogical materials.
Note: Students cannot receive credit for both EDCUR 200 and 201.
EDCUR 201.3
Curriculum and Instruction for Teacher Associates
1&2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): EDFDT 101(or corequisite for Sequential Program students).
Introduces students in the Teacher Associate Certificate
Program to the fundamental processes of curriculum development
and teaching. Provides students with experiences in learning how to
present material through a variety of teaching strategies.
Note: Students cannot receive credit for both EDCUR 200 and 201.
EDCUR 301.6
Teaching Procedures in the Elementary School
1&2(3L) or IS/SS(10L)
An overview and critical assessment of existing practices and of new movements in elementary education. Students will be required to do a considerable amount of reading of the literature in selected journals. Topics include: Children, their needs and motives; Society's concern for education; The content of elementary education; Planning for instruction: Selecting objectives, Utilizing staff resources, Utilizing space and curriculum resources, Meeting individual differences, Methods in selected subjects of the curriculum, Measurement and evaluation, Reporting.
EDCUR 305.3
Methods of Teaching in Multi-grade Classrooms
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): EDCUR 200
Introduces students to the "Multi-grade Classroom" as an organizational unit for instructional purposes in rural and urban school districts. Emphasis is on the instructional strategies utilized by multi-grade classroom teachers and on the management and organizational skills necessary for teaching in such classrooms.
EDCUR 401.3
Teaching and Learning in Community Education
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): Completion of the Extended Practicum.
This course provides students who have completed their Extended Practicum with additional practical experience in community education in the Saskatchewan context. Students study issues of intercultural education in urban settings, and are expected to spend at least twenty hours working in community schools and other organizational settings.
EDCUR 402.3
Language, Schools and Society
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): EDFDT 101.
Provides students with a solid understanding of the nature of language, language and learning, language in schools and society, and language as a human construct.
EDCUR 405.3
Seminar on Learning and Teaching in Middle Years
1/3(3S-1P)
Prerequisite(s): EX PR 402.
Seminar on trends and issues in middle years education. Involves directed readings, seminar discussions, preparation of written work, field trips, and other experiences to aid students in integrating knowledge and abilities acquired from other courses and the extended practicum.
EDCUR 406.3
Curriculum Development for Post-internship Students
2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): EX PR 402.
Students learn the fundamentals of curriculum development within a transactional tradition, critique curricula in their teaching areas, and undertake a curriculum development project in their teaching areas.
Note: For students in areas where no advanced methods courses are available, this course is the preferred alternative.
EDCUR 801.6
Principles and Practices of Curriculum Construction
1&2(3L)
A basic general curriculum theory course. Students investigate the complexities of the procedures, plans, personnel, processes, and problems in curriculum organization. Master's and Diploma candidates in Curriculum Studies are encouraged to complete this course prior to their intramural year.
EDCUR 802.3
Curriculum Development in Education
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 801.
Provides a background for development of curricula in any of the disciplines of the elementary and secondary school and/or upon the total program or a division thereof. Current procedures, innovations, issues and problems are discussed. A study is made of research bearing upon school curricula and current trends.
EDCUR 804.3
Techniques and Practice of Curriculum Development
1/2(3L)
Offers the student an opportunity to develop in a practical setting the skills needed for critically ascertaining educational goals, assessing needs and developing curriculum materials with a team. Focus is upon schema for curriculum change in each student's own area of specialization.
EDCUR 805.3
Trends and Issues in Educational Research and Development
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): Teaching certificate.
Examines contemporary school curriculum issues in the context of catalysts of change and strategies of change in schools. Attention will be devoted to problems of the design and implementation of a thesis proposal in the College of Education.
EDCUR 807.3
Language Communication and Curriculum
1/2(3L)
Examines the role of languaging processes and communication upon learning in content areas. Specifically, this course will explore the relationship between the structure of language used by students as they learn in specific subject areas and verbal interaction in the classroom.
EDCUR 809.3
Models and Methods for the Evaluation of Educational Programs
1(3L-1P)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 801; or permission of the instructor.
Examines current models for the evaluation of educational programs. The emphasis is on exploring the range of options which is available to the program evaluator and on developing an awareness of the strengths and limitations of the models. Problems in carrying out educational evaluations are also studied: examples of such problems are the utilization of evaluation results and the ethics of evaluation.
EDCUR 810.3
Design and Practice of the Evaluation of Educational Programs
2(2L-4P)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 809.
Takes the methods of evaluating educational programs and applies them to practical situations in classrooms, schools and school units. Particular attention will be paid to developing an awareness of the breadth of available techniques and to understanding the practical problems which arise in the conduct of evaluations.
EDCUR 891.6
Adult Basic Education
1&2(2S)
Deals with the upgrading of skills of adults who are termed functionally illiterate. Examines research in adult basic education, types of programs, selection of candidates, methods and materials of instruction and evaluation of progress.
EDCUR 273.3
Introduction to Oracy Education: Oracy and Literature in the Elementary School
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): EDCUR 200 and EDFDT 101.
An introduction to the methods available to elementary classroom instructors in the integrated language arts: reading, writing, listening and speaking. Focuses on the oracy, literature and educational drama aspects of the language arts.
Note: Students with credit for EDCUR 270 or 275 may not
take this course for credit.
EDCUR 275.3
Introduction to Oracy Education: Oracy and Literature in the Middle Years School
1(3L)
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): EDCUR 200 and EDFDT 101.
Introduction to the methods available to middle years classroom instructors in the integrated language arts: reading, writing, listening and speaking. Focuses on the oracy, literature and educational drama aspects of the language arts.
Note: Students with credit for EDCUR 270 or 273 may not take this course for credit.
EDCUR 279.3
Literacy in Secondary Classrooms
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): EDCUR 200 and EDFDT 101.
Provides students with an understanding of secondary education literacy issues in order to improve instruction in content areas through appropriate reading, writing, and oracy strategies. Topics include strategic reading, study skills, writing processes, technical and vocational reading and writing, vocabulary development, assessment, materials selection, computers and resource-based learning, and equity issues.
EDCUR 349.3
Teaching Drama in the Middle and Secondary Grades
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): EDCUR 200 and the completion of at least 12 credit units in drama.
Designed for pre-service teachers of middle and secondary level drama programs. Students will both explore the theoretical bases of drama education and participate in dramatic activities for use both in and out of the classroom.
EDCUR 370.3
Introduction to Literacy Education: Reading and Writing in the Elementary Grades
1(3L-1P)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 200 and 273 or 275.
Introduction to elementary classroom instruction in the integrated language arts: reading, writing, listening and speaking. Highlights reading and writing. Emphasizes instructional principles and strategies through the integration of theory and practice.
Note: Students with credit for EDCUR 376 may not take this course for credit.
EDCUR 371.3
Developing Writing Abilities
1/2(2L-1P)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 200.
Develops English writing skills and abilities. Some sections make use of computers and other technologies exclusively for instruction.
Note: Students in the secondary option with English as Teaching Area I or II must take either EDCUR 371 or EDCUR 472.
EDCUR 373.3
Children's Literature in the Primary Grades
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 200 and 370.
For students preparing to teach reading and language arts to children in grades K-4. An integral part will be to establish a basis for evaluating and selecting books for classrooms. Students will be expected to read at least thirty books chosen from folk literature, poetry, fantasy, and fiction.
EDCUR 374.3
Children's Literature (Grades 5-8)
1/2(2L-1S)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 370 or 376 or 379.
Students read, discuss and evaluate a sampling of children's literature from several countries and from five genres of literature (realistic fiction, historical fiction, modern fantasy, poetry and informational). Students also learn how to extend children's response to literature and develop short-term units of study.
EDCUR 376.3
Introduction to Literacy Education: Reading and Writing in the Middle Grades
1(3L-1P)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 200, 273 or 275.
Compulsory for students in the middle years program. An introduction to middle years classroom instruction in the integrated language arts: reading, writing, listening and speaking. Highlights reading and writing. Emphasizes instructional principles and strategies through the integration of theory and practice.
Note: Students with credit for EDCUR 370 may not take this course for credit.
EDCUR 378.3
Creative Activities in Elementary and Middle Grade Language Arts
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 200 and Student Teaching.
Deals with the philosophy, materials and methods for introducing creative activities including dramatization of literature and dance. The significance and function of drama in the language arts and other subject areas will be explored.
EDCUR 379.3
Introductory Methods of Teaching English Language Arts in the Secondary School
2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 200 and 12 credit units in English.
Introduction to classroom instruction in English language arts, with a special focus on preparation for Extended Practicum. Topics include provincial curriculum, materials selection and preparation; instructional strategies for English language arts, integration of literature, language, reading, writing, speaking, and listening and student assessment.
EDCUR 442.3
Emergent Literacy: Teaching and Learning English Language Arts in the Primary Grades
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 370.
Develops an understanding of literacy as social-cultural practice. Emphasis is on the relationship between talk, reading and writing and the young child's own environment in varying cultural and cross-cultural contexts. Students will explore instructional and assessment strategies to support young children's emerging literacy in primary classrooms.
EDCUR 444.3
Assessment and Instruction of Children Experiencing Reading Difficulties
2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 370 or 376 and EX PR 402.
Examines procedures and materials for assessing and teaching children who experience difficulty acquiring reading proficiency. The use of daily classroom data and the making of appropriate interventions to foster inner control will be emphasized within the context of the regular classroom.
EDCUR 449.3
Drama Improvisation: A Method of Teaching the Middle and Secondary Level Language Arts
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): EDCUR 200 and completion of at least 12 credit units in drama.
Examines the use of drama strategies as a mode of teaching and learning in the middle years and secondary English Language Arts, as well as other curriculum areas. Students will experience drama in education to develop creative, cultural, historic, and critical responses to the core curriculum.
EDCUR 472.3
Teaching Writing in Middle and Secondary Classrooms
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 200.
For middle, secondary, and post-secondary teachers of any discipline. Topics include writing process, development of students' writing abilities, evaluation, remediation, grammar and usage, ESL writers, and equity issues. Some sections of this course will use computers and email.
Note: Students in the secondary option with English as Teaching Area I or II must take either EDCUR 371 or EDCUR 472.
EDCUR 475.3
The Study of Language for Secondary School Teachers
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 200 and 370 or 376 or 379.
Studies aspects of structural linguistics, traditional grammar, transformational/generative grammar, systemic/functional grammar, and language content, usage, and conventions to enable teachers to develop and evaluate language programs.
Note: Students in the secondary option with English as Teaching Area I or II must take this course.
EDCUR 476.3
Canadian Children's Literature in the Classroom (K-8)
1/2(2L-1S)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 370 or 376 or 379.
Introduction to Canadian children's literature followed by an exploration of ways to use this literature in teaching several subject-specific pedagogies in the curriculum (K-8). Topics include history of Canadian children's literature, genres, trends and issues, program development, and available forms of assessment.
EDCUR 479.3
Advanced Methods of Teaching English Language Arts in the Secondary School
2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 376 or 379 and EX PR 402.
Students reflect on their previous methods courses and Extended Practicum experience and extend their awareness of the teaching of English language arts. Combination of lectures and student seminar presentations which will be in direct response to the students' experiences in the Extended Practicum.
EDCUR 843.3
Reading: Process and Practice
1/2(3L)
Provides a theoretical and research basis for understanding reading as a socio-psycholinguistic process. The aim is to seek instructional implications of theory and research as they impact on issues of reading and constructing meaning from written discourse.
EDCUR 846.3
Advanced Study of Reading Programs
1/2(3P)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 843; or written permission of the instructor.
Provides practical experience in the planning, supervision, and evaluation of reading programs by an analysis of the theoretical and real roles of the teacher, principal, consultant, and administrator.
EDCUR 870.3
Literacy Education and Curriculum: Research and Scholarship
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): 12 credit units in English and 6 senior credit units in Language Arts Education; or permission of the instructor.
Examines the field of language education, emphasizing developments at the elementary, middle years and secondary school levels. Topics include language and thought, language and learning, language arts, curricula, resources, writing and the writing process, literature and the response process, and research in language education.
EDCUR 871.3
Trends and Issues in the Teaching and Study of Language
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): 12 credit units in English and 6 senior credit units in English Education; or permission of the department.
Includes the study of those aspects of linguistics, including sociolinguistics, psycholinguistics, pragmatics, applied linguistics, and other topics of language and language study, such as syntax and grammar, which have a direct relationship to classroom practice.
EDCUR 872.3
Trends and Issues in the Teaching and Study of Writing
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): 12 credit units in English and 6 senior credit units in English Education; or permission of the department.
Covers theories and processes of writing and composing, the teaching of writing, and evaluation and assessment of writing.
EDCUR 874.3
Trends and Issues in the Teaching and Study of Literature and Response to Literature
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): 12 credit units in English and 6 senior credit units in English Education; or permission of the instructor.
Includes theory and research on response to literature, the teaching of literature, and literary criticism. Also deals with selection of literature, censorship, and literature-based programs.
EDCUR 875.3
Ethnographic Studies in Literacy and Language in Educational Settings
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): EDRES 800.
Enables participants to plan and carry out field-based research in literacy and language. Participants will study and apply ethnographic techniques, including observation, document and artifact collection and interviews, to gather data on literacy and language in classroom settings.
EDCUR 291.3
An Introduction to the Teaching of English as a Second Language
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): ENG 110 or equivalent.
Prepares elementary, secondary and community college teachers to teach English as a second language to non-English speaking children and adults. Students will have an opportunity to study and examine: background; socio-cultural considerations; theoretical considerations about language learning comparison of L1 and L2; analysis of the structure of English; issues and problems inherent in the acquisition of second language; and introduction to specific instructional techniques for teaching a second language.
EDCUR 391.3
Theory of Second Language Learning and Methods of Skills Development
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 291 or equivalent and permission of the department.
The second of a 4-course sequence designed to prepare elementary, secondary, and community college teachers to teach English as a second language to non-English speaking children and adults. Includes second language learning theories, the psychology of second language learning, ESL Materials, analysis of written language, materials of teaching, and oral language in the ESL program and the evaluation of oral language.
EDCUR 393.3
Advanced Methods of Teaching English as a Second Language
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 391 or equivalent and permission of the department.
Provides for intensive training in the theories and techniques of English as a second language; the extensive development of learning materials; the development of techniques of assessing students' problems in speaking and writing English; developing techniques for solving existing problems and for providing the opportunity to study more intensively the structure of the English language.
EDCUR 491.3
Program Planning and Evaluation in Teaching English as a Second Language
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 393.
An introduction to the principles and procedures for conducting a needs assessment of ESL students; program planning for their needs, and evaluating their language proficiency; and procedures for evaluating ESL instructional resources and program outcomes. Includes a practicum in program planning and evaluation.
EDCUR 336.3
Teaching Home Economics in the Elementary/Middle Grades
2(2L-1P)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 200 and HED 111 and HED 142 or permission of the department head.
Introduces students to home economics education for the elementary/middle years. Provides opportunities for examining Saskatchewan home economics curricula, exploring various teaching strategies, developing resource files, integrating concepts with other subject areas, and identifying and analyzing current issues and trends in home economics education.
EDCUR 337.3
Teaching Home Economics in the Secondary Grades
2(2L-1P)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 200 and HED 111 and HED 142 or permission of the department head.
Introduces students to home economics education for secondary schools. Provides opportunities for examining Saskatchewan home economics and related curricula, exploring various teaching strategies, developing resource files, integrating concepts with other subject areas, and identifying and analyzing current issues and trends in home economics education.
EDCUR 338.3
Teaching Health in the Elementary/Middle Years
1/2(3L)
Introduces the Saskatchewan health curricula for grades one to nine. It provides opportunities for integrating the Common Essential Learnings into health curricula; exploring various teaching strategies; developing resource files; identifying and analyzing current concerns/issues in health education; and examining teachers' responsibilities as active participants in school health programs.
EDCUR 437.3
Advanced Methods for Teaching Home Economics
2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): EX PR 402 and 12 credit units H ED
Provides beginning teachers the opportunity to extend their education in home economics through reflection on their internship experience and a critical examination of teaching materials, a study of home economics education curriculum in Canada and abroad, and research on current issues and trends in home economics.
EDCUR 311.3
Teaching K-9 Mathematics Part 1
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): EDCUR 200.3 or permission of the department.
Designed to prepare students for teaching K-9 provincial mathematics curriculum and to improve their knowledge of mathematics, especially in the areas of problem solving, data management, numeration, calculation, and fractions. Students will become familiar with the current curriculum and useful support materials including manipulatives, print resources and other useful media.
Note: Only for students in the ITEP and SUNTEP programs. Completion of both EDCUR 311.3 and EDCUR 316.3 satisfy the math methods and External math requirements for the College of Education. Completion of only one of these courses will satisfy neither requirement.
EDCUR 312.3
Teaching Elementary School Mathematics
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): EDCUR 200.
Helps prospective elementary school teachers develop instructional techniques that reflect current knowledge of mathematics, learning theories such as constructivism, and classroom practice. It includes the K-5 elementary mathematics curriculum and useful resource materials including manipulatives, textbooks and other print material, computer software, videos, calculators, and children's literature.
Note: Students may receive credit for only one of EDCUR 312, 313, 315 and 317.
EDCUR 316.3
Teaching K-9 Mathematics Part 2
1&2(3L)
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): EDCUR 200.3 or permission of the department.
Designed to prepare students for teaching K-9 provincial mathematics curriculum and to improve their knowledge of mathematics, especially in the areas of measurement including the Pythagorean theorem, geometry, (polygon properties, symmetry, tessellations), ratio and proportion, integers, and number theory. Students will become familiar with the current curriculum and useful support materials including manipulatives, print resources and other useful media.
Note: Only for students in the ITEP and SUNTEP programs. Completion of both EDCUR 311.3 and EDCUR 316.3 satisfy the math methods and External math requirements for the College of Education. Completion of only one of these courses will satisfy neither requirement.
EDCUR 317.3
Teaching Middle Years Mathematics
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): EDCUR 200.
Helps prospective middle years teachers develop instructional techniques that reflect current knowledge of mathematics, learning theories such as constructivism, and classroom practice. Students will become familiar with the Grade 6-9 mathematics curriculum and useful resource materials including manipulatives, textbooks and other print material, computer software, videos and calculators.
Note: Students may receive credit for only one of EDCUR 312, 313, 315 and 317.
EDCUR 318.3
Methods of Teaching Mathematics in the Secondary School
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): 12 credit units in mathematics.
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): EDCUR 200.
An introductory mathematics methods course for prospective secondary students. Topics include the current secondary mathematics curriculum, forces affecting the curriculum, and teaching methodology. Emphasis is on the development of problem solving skills, the use of manipulatives, and the use of computational technology to support instruction in mathematics.
EDCUR 410.3
Diagnostic-Prescriptive Teaching in Mathematics
2(2L-1P)
Prerequisite(s): One of: EDCUR 312, 317, 318, or 311 and 316; and EX PR 402.
Acquaints students with the diagnostic-prescriptive model of instruction. Students learn to use a variety of formal and informal diagnostic approaches to design appropriate corrective instruction for all students but particularly for special needs students. A weekly practicum with at least one student experiencing difficulties with mathematics is required.
EDCUR 418.3
Advanced Methods of Teaching Secondary School Mathematics
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 318 and EX PR 402.
Provides opportunities for secondary program students to reflect on previous courses, to research and report on topics related to their Extended Practicum experiences, and to investigate available technologies for teaching mathematics.
EDCUR 816.3
Theory and Practice of Teaching Mathematics
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): 3 credit units in psychology of learning; 3 credit units in methods of teaching mathematics; 12 credit units in mathematics.
Current practices used in the classroom will be related to the various theories of how children learn mathematics. Emphasis will be placed upon the mathematical implications and recent works of prominent individuals such as Piaget, Ausubel, Bruner, Davis, Dienes, Gagne, Skemp, Suppes, and others. Alternate classroom techniques in the teaching of mathematics will be examined in the light of basic research done by these theorists.
EDCUR 817.3
Design and Use of the Mathematics Laboratory
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): 3 credit units in teaching of mathematics; 12 credit units in mathematics.
Emphasizes the role of the laboratory in the elementary school mathematics program. Organizing and supervising the laboratory approach, planning laboratory investigations, facilities for and assessing the effectiveness of the laboratory approach will be topics examined in this course. A further consideration will be an examination of the value of the laboratory in the teaching of mathematics to the low achiever. This course is a sequel to EDCUR 816.
EDCUR 818.6
Special Problems in the Teaching of Mathematics in the Secondary School
1&2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): 3 credit units in teaching of mathematics in the secondary school; 24 credit units in mathematics.
Emphasizes the problems surrounding the teaching of secondary school mathematics courses. Problem areas in the teaching of general mathematics, elementary algebra, geometry, and trigonometry will be identified and alternate approaches discussed. Curricula recommendations in these subject matter areas will also be discussed. An examination of various proposals for the twelfth grade mathematics program will be included.
EDCUR 819.3
Trends and Issues in Mathematics Education
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): 12 credit units in mathematics and 6 senior credit units in mathematics education.
Designed to acquaint advanced students with recent literature in the field of mathematics education. It will focus upon current problems and contemporary research in elementary and secondary school mathematics.
EDCUR 352.3
Physical Education in Elementary Schools
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): EDCUR 200 and KIN 145.
Familiarizes elementary students with theoretical and practical material in Physical Education at the elementary school level. Particular emphasis will be placed upon the selection of the movement activities and their progression as related to growth and development characteristics of the elementary school child.
Note: Students may receive credit for only one of EDCUR 352, 353, 355 and 356.
EDCUR 356.3
Physical Education in Middle Years
1/2 (3L)
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): EDCUR 200 and KIN 145.
Familiarizes middle years students with theoretical and practical material in Physical Education at the middle years school level. Particular emphasis will be placed upon the selection of the movement activities and their progression as related to growth and development characteristics of the adolescent child.
Note: Students may receive credit for only one of EDCUR 352, 353, 355 and 356.
EDCUR 357.3
Methods for Secondary Physical Education
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): EDCUR 200 or permission of the department head.
For prospective secondary teachers of physical education. The philosophy, objectives, teaching methods, and evaluation of secondary school physical education programs are emphasized. Students are given opportunities to gain experience in planning, implementing and evaluating physical education classes and programs.
EDCUR 454.3
Advanced Methods of Physical Education in the Elementary and Middle Schools
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): EX PR 402 and 9 credit units in kinesiology.
Provides prospective physical education teachers with the ability to understand, recognize, analyze, and demonstrate the range of teaching skills employed by successful physical education teachers in the elementary and middle school years. Emphasis is on understanding the theoretical implications of different teaching approaches and the context in which they are effective.
EDCUR 392.3
Teaching Religion in the Elementary/Middle Years
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): 12 credit units in Religious Studies or permission of the department head.
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): EDCUR 200.
Reviews the methods of teaching religious education in the elementary and middle school. The curriculum requirements of the Department of Education will be examined, and the appropriate methods for teaching these requirements will be reviewed in the context of the child's faith development and the specific school situations in which the teaching will occur.
Note: Students with credit for EDCUR 394 may not take this course for credit.
EDCUR 394.3
Teaching Religion in the Secondary School
2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): 12 credit units in Religious Studies.
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): EDCUR 200.
Reviews the methods of teaching religious education in the secondary school. The curriculum requirements of the Department of Education will be examined, and the appropriate methods for teaching these requirements will be reviewed in the context of adolescent faith development and the specific school context and situation in which the teaching will occur.
Note: Students with credit for EDCUR 392 may not take this course for credit.
EDCUR 322.3
Teaching Science in Elementary Schools
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): EDCUR 200.
Students will be introduced to teaching children science and to the Saskatchewan Science Curriculum for the Elementary Level. Various methods and resources needed to teach the Curriculum at this level will be demonstrated. Specific issues related to Science Education will be explored.
Note: Students may receive credit for only one of EDCUR 322, 323, 324 and 325.
EDCUR 324.3
Teaching Science in Middle Years Schools
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): EDCUR 200.
Students will be introduced to teaching middle level students science and the Saskatchewan Science Curriculum for the Middle Level. Various methods and resources needed to teach the Curriculum at this level will be demonstrated. Specific issues related to Science Education will be explored.
Note: Students may receive credit for only one of EDCUR 322, 323, 324 and 325.
EDCUR 327.3
Methods for Teaching Life Sciences in the Secondary School
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 253 (or introductory university-level course in ecology) and 9 other credit units in biology.
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): EDCUR 200.
Students will develop and demonstrate an informed and practical philosophy of teaching the life sciences by exploring the nature of science, reflecting on the pedagogical implications of provincial science curriculum intentions and examining how current research in science education informs planning, the development of resource materials, and teaching methodologies.
EDCUR 328.3
Methods for Teaching Physical Sciences
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): 12 credit units in chemistry, geology, physical geography or physics.
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): EDCUR 200.
Students will develop a series of conceptual frameworks that have practical implications for reflecting on classroom practice. Topics include: curriculum intentions, the nature of the scientific enterprise, concept development, assessment and evaluation, and pedagogical methods and strategies that support curriculum intentions.
EDCUR 420.3
Advanced Methods for Teaching Science in the Elementary and Middle Years Schools
2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): EX PR 402 and BIOL 253 (or introductory university-level course in ecology) and 9 other credit units in a natural science.
Provides beginning teachers the opportunity, through seminars, collaborative investigations, and critical exploration of curriculum materials, to extend and develop from previous studies of science education the knowledge, leadership skills and expertise to support and advance science education in elementary and middle years schools.
EDCUR 421.3
Epistemology and Sociology of Science for Teaching
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 200 and 18 credit units in the natural sciences.
Students examine how scientists know what they know, what kind of knowledge this is, how the social and technological milieu interactions with scientists and their knowledge, and implications for teaching science. Emphasis is given to analyzing scientific events from a number of different perspectives: historical, philosophical, sociological, and pedagogical.
EDCUR 423.3
Advanced Methods for Teaching Science in Secondary School
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 327 or 328 and EX PR 402 and 12 credit units in the natural sciences.
Provides beginning teachers the opportunity through seminars, reflection on their internship experience, research, and critical exploration of curriculum materials to extend and develop from previous studies of science education the knowledge, leadership skills and expertise for excellence in teaching science at the secondary level.
EDCUR 820.3
Introduction to Graduate Studies in Science Education
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): 6 credit units of undergraduate-level science methods courses; 24 credit units of natural science courses (as defined by the Arts and Science section of the Calendar); or permission of the department.
A survey of advanced studies in science education, prerequisite to all other graduate courses in science education. Topics include: the nature of the scientific enterprise; the interactions of science with society, stressing the implications to science education; new curriculum developments; objectives; and current issues and trends. Special emphasis will be placed on the philosophy and methodology inherent in these topics.
EDCUR 821.3
Advanced Studies in Science Education
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 820.
A continuation of EDCUR 820, but with more emphasis on individual and group projects. The major topic will be a survey of research in science education. Additional topics will be supplementary to EDCUR 820 and dependent on the interest and needs of the students.
EDCUR 827.3
Colloquium in Science Education I
1/2(3S)
A seminar in which students will be encouraged to examine and present materials and ideas at the frontier level of science education. Contributions will be made by faculty members from science education and other departments.
EDCUR 828.3
Colloquium in Science Education II
1/2(3S)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 827.
An advanced seminar in science education. Contributions will be made by students and faculty.
EDCUR 161.6
Beginning Oral French
1&2 SS(30P)
Designed for those who have never studied French or who are extremely limited in their oral communication in French. Based on the communicative approach of language instruction.
EDCUR 162.6
Intermediate Oral French
1&2 SS(30P)
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the department.
Designed for those who have a basic knowledge of French and want to improve their ability to communicate orally. Emphasizes communication used in everyday settings.
EDCUR 362.3
Introduction to Principles and Practices of Second Language Teaching
2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): Excepting ESL students, at least 12 credit units in a modern language, other than English.
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): EDCUR 200.
For prospective teachers of any second language offered in elementary and secondary schools. Involves a study of major theories of second language acquisition and use in various contexts, and their relevance to language teaching approaches. Emphasis is on communicative/experiential and content-based approaches.
EDCUR 363.6
Advanced Oral French
1&2 SS(30P)
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the department.
Designed for native and non-native speakers of French who want to maintain and improve their oral fluency. Emphasizes idiomatic expression, dialogues, debates and oral presentations.
EDCUR 460.3
Methods of Teaching International Languages in Elementary, Middle and Secondary Years
2(3L-1P)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 362.
For prospective teachers of any second language offered in elementary and secondary schools. Involves application of the major principles of second language teaching and learning. Critical analyses of commonly used methods as well as analysis and development of curricular materials will be involved. In a laboratory setting, students will demonstrate their ability to put communicative language teaching principles into practice.
EDCUR 462.3
Advanced Methods of Teaching French as a Second Language in the Elementary and Middle Years
2(3L-1P)
Prerequisite(s): EX PR 402 and intermediate-level proficiency in French.
Allows students to apply the major principles of second language teaching to practical situations in the elementary and middle years. Emphasizes practicing appropriate elementary and middle years language teaching methods, designing communicative activities, communicative lesson planning and implementation, experiential unit planning, examining and using elementary and middle years curriculum guides and commercial programs, and using communicative assessment techniques.
Note: Students with credit for EDCUR 463 may not take this course for credit.
EDCUR 463.3
Advanced Methods of Teaching French as a Second Language in the Secondary School
2(3L-1P)
Prerequisite(s): EX PR 402 and intermediate-level proficiency in French.
Allows students to apply the major principles of second language teaching to practical situations in the secondary school. Emphasizes practicing appropriate language teaching methods and designing communicative activities appropriate to the secondary school, communicative lesson planning and implementation, experiential unit planning, examining and using curriculum guides and commercial programs for the secondary school, and using communicative assessment techniques.
Note: Students with credit for EDCUR 462 may not take this course for credit.
EDCUR 464.6
Refinement of Oral French
1&2 SS(30P)
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the department.
Designed to refine spoken French and to develop mastery of various language registers through individual presentations, spontaneous and prepared improvisation, and other situational oral language activities.
EDCUR 466.3
Methods of Teaching Ukrainian in Elementary, Middle and Secondary Schools
1&2 SS(3L)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 362 or permission of the department; EX PR 402 or teaching experience; intermediate-level proficiency in Ukrainian.
For prospective teachers of Ukrainian in both core and bilingual programs. Emphasis is on practising appropriate language teaching methods, designing communicative activities, examining commercial programs and using communicative assessment. Conducted largely in Ukrainian.
EDCUR 860.6
Methods of Teaching French (Advanced)
1&2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor.
Methods of teaching French as a second language with concentration on current issues in French Education.
EDCUR 382.3
Teaching Elementary Social Studies
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): EDCUR 200.
Focuses on teaching Social Studies in primary and elementary schools. It is an activity-oriented course which provides students with opportunities to participate in instructional methods and approaches for children.
Note: Students may receive credit for only one of EDCUR 382, 383, 385 and 387.
EDCUR 386.3
Teaching Social Studies in the Secondary School
2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): 12 credit units in history, human geography, economics, or native studies.
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): EDCUR 200.
Identifies major concepts selected from history, geography and other social sciences. Emphasis is placed upon the learner's ability to demonstrate skill in selecting methods, strategies, materials and forms of evaluation in social studies. In turn, there will be an in-depth examination of the Saskatchewan secondary social studies curriculum.
EDCUR 387.3
Teaching Social Studies in Middle Years
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): EDCUR 200.
Introduces students to Social Studies education at the middle years level including examination of its disciplinary foundations and issues central to recent developments in the field. Emphasis will be on instructional methods and classroom approaches congruent with the goal of developing reflective and responsible citizens for a multicultural society.
Note: Students may receive credit for only one of EDCUR 382, 383, 385 and 387.
EDCUR 482.3
Advanced Methods in Teaching Social Studies in Elementary and Middle Years
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 382 or 387 and EX PR 402.
Focuses on a critical analysis and comparison of a variety of methods and techniques. Topics include values education, inquiry, gender equality, aboriginal issues, multiculturalism, global studies and futurism.
EDCUR 488.3
Advanced Methods in Teaching Secondary School Social Studies
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): EDCUR 386 and EX PR 402.
A critical analysis of the methodological approaches for teaching secondary school social studies. New programs, curricula and materials will be examined (and developed) in light of the compelling need to include the historical contributions of women, aboriginal peoples, and other groups, in social studies curricula.
EDCUR 298.3
1/2(3S)
EDCUR 398.3
1/2(3S)
EDCUR 498.3
1/2(3S)
EDCUR 887.3
Issues and Trends in Social Studies Education I
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): At least 3 credit units in the methods of teaching social studies plus at least 12 senior Arts and Science credit units in the social sciences.
A variety of issues and trends across the whole field of Social Studies Education. Issues to be identified and analyzed are: the place of the social science disciplines in social studies education; the objectives of social studies education; the various patterns for organizing curricula; the various types of methods, the use of various types of materials, and methods of evaluation.
EDCUR 888.3
Issues and Trends in Social Studies Education II
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): At least 3 credit units in the methods of teaching social studies plus at least 12 senior Arts and Science credit units in the social sciences.
Extends beyond the identification and understanding of theories related to Social Studies Education as explored in EDCUR 887 to an evaluation of theoretical issues as they are applied to actual programs and materials. Focus is on research and development. Included are analyses of Social Studies curricula; the evaluation of materials and programs in terms of value development, skill processes, and cognitive orientations; viewing curricular and methodological strategies in Social Studies from the perspectives of evaluation and research; opportunities to develop and critique instructional materials and associated teaching methodologies.
EDCUR 889.3
Canadian Social Studies Education
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): At least 3 credit units in the methods of teaching social studies plus at least 12 senior Arts and Science credit units in the social sciences.
Designed for senior or graduate students wishing to specialize in Social Studies Education. The present status and structure of Social Studies Education in Canada will be examined through its philosophical and historical development. Canadian Social Studies curricula will be surveyed in order to determine the contributions made by the various Social Science disciplines. Special attention will be given to strategies, materials and processes developed in Canadian Studies Projects and their implications for Canadian Social Studies Education.
EDCUR 830.3
Research in Teaching Effectiveness
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): A valid teaching certificate; 3 years of successful teaching experience; an undergraduate degree in Education.
Designed to provide students the opportunity to learn the magnitude of research in teaching and to become familiar with the knowledge of effective teaching resulting from the research. Content will be organized by areas of concentration of research and the contributions of major researchers. Regular observations in classrooms will provide an opportunity to identify teaching behaviours discussed in the research. Students will be required to demonstrate their effectiveness in teaching in the classroom.
EDCUR 831.3
Analysis of Teaching
1/2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): Research in Teacher Effectiveness; three years of successful teaching experience; an undergraduate degree in Education.
Provides knowledge of models and methods of teaching which provide the parameters for analyzing micro teaching behaviours. Students will be expected to be competent in identifying and demonstrating models as well as analyzing the model itself.
EDCUR 832.3
Practicum
1/2(3P)
Requires students to apply in schools the knowledge of teaching and/or supervision studied in course work. The specific in-school activities will include working in a classroom, with a teacher or intern and with a group of teachers conducting an in-service program.
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