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Education
ED3021
Human Development and Learning: An Overview
3 ch
A study of theory, methods and research findings in infancy and childhood. Examines
social, cognitive, emotional and physical development. Credit will not be granted for both
PSYC 2201 and ED 3021 NOTE: Open to Education Students only.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1003 and PSYC 1004 .
ED3024
Understanding the Adult Learner (O)
3 ch (3C)
Explores the characteristics of learners in formal and nonformal education settings and
identifies learning processes and conditions as they influence adult learning.
ED3031
The Education of Exceptional Learners 3 ch (3C)
Provides the student with an introduction to the field of knowledge associated with
exceptional learners.
ED3041
The Theory and Practice of Education
3 ch (3C)
A study of dominant theories which influence and shape educational thinking and
practice today. Key ideas, their origins, their current representatives, and the transposition
of ideas into educational applications will be discussed.
ED3051
School Law and Organization
3 ch (3C)
An overview of the legal, organizational, financial and professional aspects of schools
and school systems.
ED3061
Students, Schools, Equity and Social Justice (O) 3 ch (3C)
Explores the social, economic, cultural and political contexts of learners’ lives, discourses
of social differences, equity and social justice. Topics include: sexism, gender bias,
racism, class oppression, homophobia, and heterosexism, harassment and violence, and
the questions these issues raise for schools, curricula and classroom practice.
ED3063
Health Promotion in Schools
3 ch (3C)
Examines concepts and inter-relationships among nutrition, exercise, and well-being
within educational contexts.
ED3211
Introductions to Visual Education 3 ch
Addresses the history, rationales, developmental theories, curriculum planning, and basic
art-making skills essential for teaching art at the elementary, middle, and high school
levels. Visual understanding and how it can be increased through school art programs is a
key consideration.
ED3241
Music for the Classroom Teacher 3 ch (3C)
Outlines the materials in the music curriculum that the classroom teacher might be
expected to teach, plus a study of various ways to integrate music into the general
classroom curriculum.
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ED3361
Internet Literacy (O)
3 ch (3C) (LE)
Theoretical issues arising from Internet, along with practical skills needed to gain
familiarity with this network. How Internet challenges the way we create, disseminate,
acquire and own knowledge.
ED3362
Access to Literacy (O)
3 ch (3C)
Although the teaching of reading is regarded as one of the fundamental tasks of the
school system, there is relatively little attention paid to what is being read. In this course
students will learn; how to find out about books; how to recognize a genuine work of
imaginative literature when they encounter one; and how to talk about books among
themselves and with children.
ED3415
Developing Numeracy
3 ch
The study of number relationships and approaches to developing number sense in
children and adults.
ED3424
Teaching Elementary School Mathematics
3 ch (3C)
Focus on appropriate methodology for teaching mathematics at the elementary school
level. Students must demonstrate competency in the mathematics content underlying the
curriculum prior to completion of this course.
Prerequisite: MATH 2633 or a MATH course approved by the Education Coordinator.
ED3474
Health & Movement Education in the Elementary School
3 ch
(3C)
Examines curriculum and pedagogy in elementary health and physical education
programs.
ED3475
Movement in Education for the Elementary Teacher
3 ch (3C)
Overview of physical education program in elementary schools. Program planning,
practical work.
ED3511
Introduction to Science Education 3 ch (3C)
An introduction to the teaching of science across and for particular learner levels.
ED3561
Introduction to Second Language Education
3 ch
An overview of the theories of learning and teaching in the Second Language context
with particular emphasis on a Communicative, multi-dimensional and multi-resource
methodology. (ED 4565 can be taken in place of ED 3561 but students cannot count both
towards the TESL certificate).
Prerequisite: successful completion of 10 term-courses with a GPA of 2.7. or better,
advanced written and spoken English language skills.
ED3563
Initiation à la didactique du français langue seconde (FLS)
3 ch
Étude des des caractéristiques et des objectifs de divers programmes de FLS (par ex.,
français de base, immersion avec l’accent sur le français intensif). Examen des
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fondements de lapprentissage, de l’ensignement et de l’évaluation du FLS. Élaboration et
application d’activités communicatives. This course will be taught only in French.
Pre-requisite: A French oral proficiency certificate with a minimum level of Advanced
from the New Brunswick Department of Training and Employment Development or
permission of the instructor.
ED3563
Introduction to French Second Language Education and Intensive
French (FI) 3 ch
In this course students will study the characteristics and objectives of various French
Second Language programs (core French, Immersion with an emphasis on Intensive
French).Students will also examine the basis of learning, teaching and assessment in
French Second Language education.Communicative activities will be explored and
created.This course will be taught only in French. Pre-requisite:A French oral proficiency
certificate with a minimum level of Advanced from the New Brunswick Department of
Training and Employment Development or permission of the instructor.
ED3621
Introduction to Social Studies (O) 3 ch (3C)
Consideration of the history of Social studies, debates about the content of social studies
and the current state of social studies in Canada.
ED3641
Geography in Education (O)
3 ch (3C) (2L)
Scope and purpose of geography in education. Trends and source materials, including the
use of maps, air photos and satellite images. Two laboratory sessions.
ED3803
Service Learning in Elementary Education 3 ch (3C)
This course will enable participating students to gain some early practical and hands-on
experience in a community school. By providing direct service to a local area school,
students will have an opportunity to confirm that their chosen pursuit of a career in the
teaching profession. The experience gained in this course will also allow students to see
and experience first hand the diversity of learners that are present in the public school
system.
Prerequisite: ED 4164 .
ED4003
Field Experience I for BEd Concurrent Students
Field experience for BEd concurrent students. Must be completed before ED 5000
Practicum.
Prerequisite ED 4164 Techniques of Teaching.
ED4004
Field Experience II for BEd Concurrent Students
Field experience for BEd concurrent students. Must be completed before ED 5000
Practicum.
ED4164
Techniques of Teaching
3 ch (3C)
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Students will learn to design lessons to meet a variety of teaching situations. Classroom
skills will be learned and practised in mini-teaching sessions in front of peers and a
supervising faculty member. Causes of student behaviour problems will be analyzed and
strategies for dealing with disruptive students developed. This course is mandatory for
first year BA/BEd students and a prerequisite for ED 4003 Field Experience I for BEd
Concurrent Students (SJ).
ED4211
Integrated Learning Through Art (O)
3 ch (3C)
Art education theories and practices as they apply to learning across the curriculum.
ED4353
Literacy for Struggling Readers K-5 (A) 3 ch (3C)
Classroom learning philosophies and arrangements for children who are struggling
readers.
Prerequisite: Must be a BEd student or teacher upgrading.
ED4354
Literacy Learning in Early Years (O)
3 ch (3C)
Current theories of the nature of literacy learning and their relationship to instructional
practices in the early years.
ED4451
Health Education (O) 3 ch (3C)
Examines curriculum and pedagogy in a range of elementary, middle and secondary
school programs that come under the rubric of health education. Includes analyses of
underlying assumptions, the organization of knowledge, and pedagogical approaches to
this subject area.
ED4562
Advanced Studies in ESL Education 3 ch (3C)
Examines communicative language teaching in the context of classrooms. Emphasizes
varied teaching methods, curriculum development, and evaluation of second language
learning.
Prerequisites: successful completion of 10 term-courses; as well as ED 3561 or ED
4565.Co-or Pre-requisite: LING 2101 or equivalent (3 ch).
ED4565
ESL for the Classroom Teacher
3 ch (3C) (LE)
This course is designed for classroom teachers, and future classroom teachers who have
English Language Learners, (ELLS) in their classrooms. Topics to be examined include;
Second Language Learning, Sheltered Instruction, Teaching Strategies, the S.I.O.P.
(Sheltered Instruction Observational Protocol) Model and Assessment. ED 3561 can be
taken in place of ED 4565 but students cannot count both towards the TESL certificate.
Prerequisite: successful completion of 10 term-courses, advanced written and spoken
English Language skills.
ED4791
Basic and Applied Nutrition (O)
3 ch (3C)
Basic concepts in nutrition across the lifespan; nutritional assessment; nutrition
information, education and other change strategies; and current nutrition issues.
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ED5013
Special Topics in Education 3 ch (3C)
In consultation with the Education Coordinator.
ED5032
Inclusion from the Early Years
3 ch (3C)
An examination of personal, societal and school assumptions about the meaning and
importance of inclusion in life and learning from childhood. Inclusive methods of
education will be examined.
Prerequisite: ED 3031
ED5040
Internship for Concurrent Education 15 ch
A 15 week Practicum for students in local schools. CGPA of at least 2.7 and criminal
record check are required. Along with the prerequisites, students normally should have
completed the two Education electives before taking the Practicum.
Prerequisites: All required Education courses and 30 term-courses in BA degree.
ED5046
Education at Risk Students (O)
3 ch (3C)
Characteristics of the at-risk student. Psychological, social, and economic effects of
dropping out. Remedial strategies involving learning, teaching, counseling, school
climate, and school organization. Exemplary programs for at-risk students and for
dropout prevention.
ED5091
Learning Disabilities: Introduction 3 ch (3C)
Concepts, definitions and terminology. A preventive approach.
ED5096
Behavioural/Emotional Disorders: Introduction (O)
3 ch (3C)
An overview of various emotional and behavioural disorders of children and young
people and the ways in which coping and management strategies can be applied to
develop self-discipline and control.
Prerequisite: ED 3031
ED5102
Curriculum and Evaluation in the Early Years (O) 3 ch (3C)
Examines characteristics of early years learners and the role of the teacher as observer
and curriculum developer in theory and practice.
Prerequisite: ED 3041
ED5161
Curriculum Theory (O)
3 ch (3C)
Theory, current trends, and the role of the teacher in curriculum development.
Prerequisite: ED 3041
ED5175
Classroom Assessment (O)
3 ch (3C)
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Concepts and principles: teacher made tests, standardized tests, test construction,
selection, administration and interpretation across the curriculum.
Prerequisite: ED 3051
ED5191
Independent Studies (O)
3 ch
Students will normally be limited to only 3ch of independent study.
Prerequisite: Permission of an instructor is required before registration.
ED5566
Field Experience in TESL
3 ch
Supervised field experience for students in an environment in which they can both
observe qualified instructors and participate in planning and teaching English as second
or additional language. (The course does not qualify for the 4 term-courses of ED courses
which may be applied to the BA degree).
Prerequisites: successful completion og 10 term-courses; as well as ED 3561 or ED
4565.Co- or Pre-requisites: LING 2101 or equivalent (3 ch).
ED5976
Instructional Technology Across the Curriculum (O)
3 ch (3C) (1L)
A critical examination of the role of instructional technology across the curriculum.
Technologies and strategies for integration to enhance classroom instruction will be
developed and evaluated.