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Faculty of Education
8501 Education Building, 778.782.3395 Tel, 778.782.3203 Fax,
Dean
- K.C. Magnusson BEd, MEd (Regina), PhD (Alta)
Associate Deans
- S.C. de Castell BA (Sir G Wms), MA, PhD (Lond)
- D. Paterson BEd (Alta), MA, PhD (Br Col)
Professors Emeriti
- S. Bailin BA, BEd, MEd, PhD (Tor)
- P.E.F. Coleman BA, MA, EdD (Br Col)
- M. Gibbons BA (Br Col), MA (Wash), EdD (Harv)
- A.O. Horvath BA (Sir G Wms), MSW (McG), EdD (Br Col)
- A.C. Kazepides BA (Athens), MEd, EdD (Temple)
- M. Manley-Casimir BA (Exe), MEd (Br Col), PhD (Chic), LLM (Br Col)
- M. McClaren BEd, PhD (Br Col)
- P. Shaker BA, MA, PhD (Ohio State)
- S. Wassermann BS, MS (CCNY), EdD (NY)
- M.F. Wideen BA, BEd, MEd (Sask), PhD (Colorado)
- B.Y.L. Wong BA (Keele), MA (Vic, BC), EdD (Br Col)
Professors
- R. Barrow BA (Oxf), PhD (Lond), FRSC
- D.H. Dagenais BEd, MA (McG), PhD (Montr)
- S.C. de Castell BA (Sir G Wms), MA, PhD (Lond)
- K. Egan BA (Lond), PhD (Cornell), FRSc, Canada Research Chair
- I. Geva-May BA (Jerusalem), MA (Haifa), PhD (Manc)
- P.P. Grimmett BA (Newcastle, UK), BEd (Keele), MA, MEd (Alta), EdD (Br Col)
- D. Kaufman BEng, MEng (McG), EdD (Br Col)
- K.C. Magnusson BEd, MEd (Regina), PhD (Alta)
- C.M. Mamchur BA, BEd, MEd (Sask), EdD (Flor)
- D. Moore BA, MA, PhD (Stendhal)
- S. Richmond BEd, (Calg), MEd (Nott), PhD (Calg)
- Y. Senyshyn BEd, MusM, EdD (Tor)
- J.H. Sugarman BA (Wat), MA, PhD (S Fraser)
- K. Toohey BA, MEd (Alta), PhD (Tor)
- P.H. Winne BSEd, MSEd (Bucknell), PhD (Stan), Canada Research Chair
- R. Zazkis BA, MA, DSc (Haifa Technion)
Associate Professors
- C.L. Amundsen BA (Wash), MEd (Alaska), PhD (Montr)
- H. Bai BA (Calg), PhD (Br Col)
- C.W. Bingham BA (Whitman), MA, PhD (Wash)
- S.R. Campbell BA (Calg), PhD (S Fraser)
- W. Cassidy BA, MEd (S Fraser), PhD (Chic)
- R. Frie BA (Lond), MPhil, PhD (Camb), PsyD (G Washington)
- M.J. Hoskyn BHE, MA (Br Col), PhD (Calif)
- L. Kanevsky BA (S Fraser), MASpEd (San Diego), MPhil, PhD (Col)
- L. LaRocque BEd (McG), MA (Vic, BC), PhD (S Fraser)
- L.J. Le Mare BA (S Fraser), MA, PhD (Wat)
- A.M. MacKinnon BSc, BEd, MSc (Calg), EdD (Br Col)
- J. Nesbit BA (Br Col), MEd, PhD (Alta)
- P. Neufeld BEd (Br Col), MEd, PhD (N Carolina)
- D.K. O’Neill BSc (Brock), PhD (Ill)
- S.J. Smith BEd (Kelvin Grove CAE), BHMS, MEd (Qld), PhD (Alta)
- C. Snowber BA (SEMass), MA (Gordon-Conwell), PhD (S Fraser)
- D. Zandvliet BSc (Guelph), MA (Vic, BC), PhD (Curtin)
Assistant Professors
- K. Beck BA (SLanka), MA, PhD (S Fraser)
- S. Blenkinsop BScH (Qu), MS (Minn), MEd, EdD (Harvard)
- A. Chinnery BEd, MEd (Alta), PhD (S Fraser)
- L. Fels BA (Qu), MA (Car), PhD (Br Col)
- M. Fettes MA (Camb), MSc (Br Col), PhD (Tor)
- H. Han BA, MA (EChinaN), PhD (Tor)
- R. Ilieva BA (Constantine), MA, PhD (S Fraser)
- M. Jacquet BA, MSc, PhD (Montr)
- P.A. Keats BEd (Calg), MA, PhD (Br Col)
- V. Kelly BA (Dal), MA, PhD (Tor)
- D.A. Laitsch BA (VPI&SU), MEd (Virginia), PhD (American DC)
- P. Liljedahl BSc, PhD (S Fraser)
- M.J. MacDonald BEd, MA, PhD (Vic, BC)
- E. Marshall BA, MA (Evergreen), PhD (Ohio State)
- S. Marshall BA (Manc), MA, MA, PhD (Lond)
- M. Nilson BA (Wayne), MA (NMexicoState), PhD (Nevada)
- M. Pidgeon BSc, MEd (Nfld), PhD (Br Col)
- N. Popadiuk (BA, BEd, MA (Br Col), PhD (Calg)
- C. Sabatier BA, MA, PhD (Stendhal)
- M.J. Schmidt BEd, MEd, PhD (Tor)
- O. Sensoy BA (Br Col), MA, PhD (Wash)
- N. Sinclair BA (McG), MSc (S Fraser), PhD (Qu)
- L. Sterling BA (S Fraser), MA, PhD (Br Col)
- S. Vamos BPE (McM), MSc (Canisius), EdS, EdD (Sarasota)
- D. van der Wey BGS, MA (S Fraser), PhD (Br Col)
- A.F. Wise BS (Yale), MS, PhD (Indiana)
Senior Lecturers
- G.M. Ling BA, MA (Car), PhD (S Fraser)
- D. Paterson BEd (Alta), MA, PhD (Br Col)
- bachelor of education (honors)
- bachelor of education
- bachelor of general studies (education)
Diplomas and Certificate Offered
- certificate in literacy instruction
- post baccalaureate diploma (general)
- post baccalaureate diploma in counselling and human development
- post baccalaureate diploma in early childhood education
- post baccalaureate diploma in special education
- post baccalaureate diploma in environmental education
8631 Education Building, 778.782.3614 Tel, 778.782.3829 Fax,
15th floor Central City, 250–13450 102 Avenue, Surrey, BC V3T 0A3, 778.782.8124 Tel, 778.782.8119 Fax
Director
- D. Paterson BEd (Alta), MA (Br Col), PhD (Br Col)
Advisor
- Ms. J. Breadon, 8631 Education Building, 778.782.3436 Tel, 778.782.3829 Fax, breadon@sfu.ca
Writing, Quantitative, and Breadth Requirements
Students completing degree programs must fulfil writing, quantitative and breadth requirements as part of their program. See “Writing, Quantitative, and Breadth Requirements” on page 7 for information.
The BEd must be approved by the Faculty of Education. Major or minor requirements also must be approved by the department(s) in which these requirements are administered. To complete a BEd, a student must make application, and be accepted to the professional development program. The BEd prepares students academically and professionally for a teaching career at either the elementary or secondary school level. Students considering the BEd degree should seek academic counselling for:
Lower Divisions (first 60 units)
Contact Student Academic Resources, 3300 Maggie Benston Student Services Centre, 778.782.4356.
Upper Divisions (BEd degree, education minors, certificate in literacy instruction, post baccalaureate diplomas)
Contact the Undergraduate Advising Office, 8560 Education Building, 778.782.3436
Students may be admitted to the BEd program with advance standing. Credit may be granted for appropriate work at other institutions to a 60 unit maximum excluding professional education, or 90 units including an acceptable year of professional education (EDUC 401, 402 and 405).
General Program
Requirements
Students complete a minimum of 150 units which includes one of the following.
• a major from the Faculties of Applied Sciences, Arts and Social Sciences, or Science, or
• two minors/extended minors, completed from the Faculties of Applied Sciences, Arts or Science or
• the Mathematical Sciences specialization completed from the Faculty of Education
and all of the following
• a minor from the Faculty of Education (may be fully or partially completed during EDUC 404)
• EDUC 401, 402, 405
• a minimum of 54 units in upper division courses (numbered 300 and 400), excluding EDUC 401, 402, 405 and 406
• two of EDUC 220, 230, 240 or 250
• a minimum of 24 units of upper division education courses (excludes EDUC 401, 402, 405, 406 and all EDPR courses) which must include two Faculty of Education Designs for Learning courses (may include courses completed for EDUC 404 or for the education minor)
• certificate in liberal arts
• Students must achieve both a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 2.0 and a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 calculated on the basis of all upper division courses completed at 91ÅÝܽ.
Requirements
Students complete 162 units minimum which include
• an honors from the Faculties of Applied Sciences, Arts and Social Sciences, or Science
• a minor from the Faculty of Education (may be fully or partially completed during EDUC 404)
• a minimum of 54 units in upper division courses (numbered 300 and 400), excluding EDUC 401, 402, 405 and 406
• two of EDUC 220, 230, 240 or 250
• EDUC 401, 402 and 405
• a minimum of 24 units of upper division education (excludes EDUC 401, 402, 405 and 406) which must include two education designs for learning courses (may include courses completed for EDUC 404 and the education minor)
• certificate in liberal arts
• Students must achieve a 3.0 minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) and a 3.0 minimum grade point average (GPA) calculated on all upper division courses completed at the University.
Bachelor of Education as a Second Degree
To be admitted, students must possess a bachelor’s degree and have been admitted to the Professional Development Program.
Requirements
45 upper division units in education which includes
EDUC 401-8 Introduction to Classroom Teaching
EDUC 402-7 Studies of Educational Theory and Practice
EDUC 405-15 Teaching Semester
A minor from the Faculty of Education
EDUC 404 (15 EDUC upper division units minimum)
Any additional course work needed to address academic requirements for a professional certificate and additional requirements to complete a minor must be completed over and above the required 45 units.
Note: It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that they meet the BC College of Teachers requirements for a Professional Teaching Certificate.
Education Courses in French
www.sfu.ca/baff-offa/educfr
Bachelor of General Studies (Education)
In this non-specialist program, students will learn through lectures, seminars, field experiences, service learning (learning while placed in an educational setting) and by distance education.
Admission Requirements
Applicants will meet the minimum Simon Fraser University admission requirements. See “Admission and Readmission” on page 17.
Program Requirements
Students complete 120 units including at least 45 upper division units. A 2.00 graduation grade point average (GPA) and upper division GPA is required.
With the exception of EDUC 401, 402, 405 and 406, courses completed in any faculty may be used to satisfy degree requirements, but course admission is subject to the prerequisites of various departments.
Writing, Quantitative and Breadth Requirements
Students completing degree programs must fulfil writing, quantitative and breadth requirements as part of their program. See “Writing, Quantitative, and Breadth Requirements” on page 7.
Students complete all of
EDUC 100-3 Selected Questions and Issues (Education)
EDUC 252-4 Introduction to Reflective Practice
EDUC 352-4 Building on Reflective Practice
Additional requirements are satisfied through completion of either the general education option, or the double minor option, or the specialization option as specified below.
General Education Option
In addition to the courses specified above, students who choose this option will complete nine lower division and 15 upper division units in EDUC courses.
Double Minor Option
In addition to the courses specified above, students complete two minors or extended minors, one of which must be from the Faculty of Education.
Specialization Option
Students who choose this option will satisfy the requirements by completing an approved specialization from the Faculty of Education. Students may choose to graduate without enrolling in the Professional Development Program (PDP).
Students may transfer a maximum of 60 units into the BGS (Education) from accredited institutions. Students may transfer an additional 30 units from an accredited degree-granting institution with Faculty of Education approval, providing 30 of the required 45 upper division units are 91ÅÝܽ courses. Also note that any minor program must include at least seven upper division units earned at 91ÅÝܽ. See “Undergraduate Degree Requirements” on page 7 for regulations.
Professional Development Program
This one year teacher training program is an integral component of the bachelor of education requirements. Admission is by application. Declaration of BEd as a degree goal does not guarantee acceptance into PDP. See “Professional Development Program (PDP)” on page 167.
Early Learning Specialization
This bachelor of general studies (education) program is for students who are considering an early elementary (kindergarten to grade three) teaching career. Note that admission to this program does not guarantee admission to the Professional Development Program (PDP). Students who receive credit for this specialization cannot also receive credit for the minor in early childhood education.
Admission Requirements
To be admitted, applicants must have credit for 30 units from an approved early childhood education diploma program with a minimum 3.0 grade point average, or have completed all of
EDUC 464-4 Early Childhood Education
EDUC 466-4 Early Childhood Education: Curriculum and Development
PSYC 250-3 Introduction to Developmental Psychology
Lower Division Requirements
Students complete all of
EDUC 100-3 Selected Questions and Issues in Education
EDUC 252-4 Introduction to Reflective Practice
MATH 190-4 Principles of Mathematics for Teachers
plus six additional EDUC units
Upper Division Requirements
Students complete a total of 45 upper division units including
EDUC 352-4 Building on Reflective Practice
plus seven units chosen from
EDUC 322-3 The Social Lives of School Children
EDUC 332-3 Naturalistic Observations in Early Learning Settings
EDUC 465-4 Children’s Literature
EDUC 472-4 Designs for Learning: Elementary Language Arts
EDUC 475-4 Designs for Learning: Elementary Mathematics
plus 20 upper division units in the area of BC elementary school curriculum including at least three units from two of the following areas: biology, Canadian studies, chemistry, computing science, earth sciences, English, environmental science, explorations, fine and performing arts, First Nations, French, geography, history, humanities, kinesiology, mathematics, and physics.
Students may have to complete additional upper division course work to total the required 45 upper division units.
Other Requirements
Students also complete
• six units of English, which may include a maximum of three units of English composition*
• and three units in each of Canadian history, Canadian geography and laboratory science*
Recommended Courses
It is recommended that students complete three units of FPA courses and three units of KIN courses.
Mathematical Sciences Specialization
For a bachelor of education degree, or a bachelor of general studies (education) degree, with a mathematical sciences specialization, students complete 150 units, comprised of a minimum of 30 lower division and 30 upper division units, including the following, as well as all the bachelor of education requirements.
Lower Division Requirements Group 1
Students complete
MACM 101-3 Discrete Mathematics I
and one of
MATH 150-4 Calculus I with Review
MATH 151-3 Calculus I for the Biological Sciences
MATH 154-3 Calculus I for the Biological Sciences
MATH 157-3 Calculus for the Social Sciences I
and one of
MATH 152-3 Calculus II
MATH 155-3 Calculus II for the Biological Sciences
MATH 158-3 Calculus for the Social Sciences II
Lower Division Requirements Group 2
Students complete at least four of
CMPT 120-3 Introduction to Computing Science and Programming I (or 126)
MACM 201-3 Discrete Mathematics II
MACM 202-4 Mathematical Modeling and Computation
MATH 113-3 Euclidean Geometry*
MATH 240-3 Algebra I: Linear Algebra* (or 232)
MATH 242-3 Introduction to Analysis
STAT 270-3 Introduction to Probability and Statistics
Lower Division Requirements Group 3
Students complete at least three of
EDUC 211-3 Mathematical Experience I: Numbers and Beyond
EDUC 212-3 Mathematical Experience II: Shape and Space
MATH 121-3 Mathematical Expeditions
MATH 160W-3 Mathematics in Action
MATH 178W-3 Fractals and Chaos
MATH 197-3 Hitchhikers Guide to Everyday Math
STAT 101-3 Introduction to Statistics
Upper Division Requirements
Students complete a total of 30 units chosen from the following
CMPT 320-3 Social Implications – Computerized Society
MACM 316-3 Numerical Analysis I
MATH 308-3 Linear Programming
MATH 309-3 Continuous Optimization
MATH 310-3 Introduction to Ordinary Differential Equations
MATH 338-3 Advanced Linear Algebra
MATH 340-3 Algebra II: Rings and Fields
MATH 341-3 Algebra III: Groups
MATH 342-3 Elementary Number Theory*
MATH 343-3 Applied Discrete Mathematics
MATH 345-3 Introduction to Graph Theory
MATH 380-3 History of Mathematics*
MATH 408-3 Discrete Optimization
MATH 419-3 Linear Analysis
MATH 440-3 Galois Theory
MATH 443-3 Combinatorial Theory
MATH 445-4 Graph Theory
MATH 447-3 Coding Theory
*recommended
Counselling and Human Development Minor Program
This minor teaches a combination of theoretical, empirical, and practical matters central to the understanding and practice of counselling and human development. The course work provides students with a strong theoretical and critical foundation on which to base and evaluate counselling and teaching practices aimed at enhancing human development.
Lower Division Requirements
EDUC 220-3 Introduction to Educational Psychology
EDUC 222-3 Research Methods in Educational Psychology
PSYC 250-3 Introduction to Developmental Psychology
Upper Division Requirements
(15 units minimum)
Students complete both of
EDUC 322-3 Social Lives of School Children
EDUC 323-3 Introduction to Counselling Theories
Students must also complete three electives selected from the following. At least two of
EDUC 324-3 Foundations of Multicultural Counselling
EDUC 327-3 Self, Psychology and Education
EDUC 328-3 Theories of Career Development and Education
EDUC 423-4 Helping Relationships
EDUC 464-4 Early Childhood Education
If courses chosen from the list above do not add up to a minimum of 15 units, then one additional course chosen from the following is required:
EDUC 371-4 School Health Education
EDUC 422-4 Learning Disabilities
EDUC 428-4 Nature and Nurture of Gifted Students
EDUC 437-4 Ethical Issues in Education
EDUC 441-4 Multicultural/Anti-Racist Education
EDUC 445-4 Legal Context of Teaching
Curriculum and Instruction Minor Program
This minor is for those desiring theoretical and practical expertise in contemporary approaches to curriculum development and instructional design.
Lower Division Requirements
Students complete two of
EDUC 220-3 Introduction to Educational Psychology
EDUC 230-3 Introduction to Philosophy of Education
EDUC 240-3 Social Issues in Education
EDUC 250-3 Studies in the History of Education in the Western World
Upper Division Requirements
Students complete
EDUC 471-4 Curriculum Development: Theory and Practice
plus 11 upper division EDUC units and/or EDPR courses to total 15 units.
This minor provides a focus for students wishing to work with children aged three through eight. Students who receive credit for this minor cannot also receive credit for the early learning specialization with the bachelor of general studies program.
Lower Division Requirements
PSYC 250-3 Introduction to Developmental Psychology
Upper Division Requirements
EDUC 464-4 Early Childhood Education
EDUC 466-4 Early Childhood Education: Curriculum and Development
plus seven units chosen from the following
EDUC 322-3 The Social Lives of School Children
EDUC 332-3 Naturalistic Observations in Early Learning Settings
EDUC 422-4 Learning Disabilities
EDUC 465-4 Children’s Literature
EDUC 472-4 Designs for Learning: Elementary Language Arts
EDUC 473-4 Designs for Learning: Reading
EDUC 475-4 Designs for Learning: Elementary Mathematics
Students will not receive credit for both the early learning minor and the early childhood minor.
Education and Technology Minor Program
This minor provides a structure for undergraduate studies of education and technology.
Lower Division Requirements
Students complete
EDUC 260-3 Learning and Teaching Through Technology
and one of
EDUC 220-3 Introduction to Educational Psychology
EDUC 230-3 Introduction to Philosophy of Education
EDUC 240-3 Social Issues in Education
Upper Division Requirements
Students complete all of
EDUC 358-3 Foundations of Educational Technology
EDUC 463-4 Multimedia for Curriculum Design
EDUC 482-4 Designs for Learning: Information Technology
and one of
EDUC 320-3 Instructional Psychology
EDUC 325-4 Assessment for Classroom Teaching
EDUC 412-4 Designs for Learning: Second Language Arts
EDUC 414-4 Designs for Learning: Secondary Social Studies
EDUC 415-4 Designs for Learning: Secondary Mathematics
EDUC 416-4 Designs for Learning: Secondary Science
EDUC 426-4 Teaching Children and Youth with Special Needs
EDUC 430-4 Designs for Learning: Dance
EDUC 437-4 Ethical Issues in Education
EDUC 471-4 Curriculum Development: Theory and Practice
EDUC 472-4 Designs for Learning: Elementary Language Arts
EDUC 473-4 Designs for Learning: Reading
EDUC 474-4 Designs for Learning: Elementary Social Studies
EDUC 475-4 Designs for Learning: Elementary Mathematics
EDUC 476-4 Designs for Learning: Elementary Science
EDUC 477-4 Designs for Learning: Art
EDUC 478-4 Designs for Learning: Music
EDUC 479-4 Designs for Learning: Physical Education
EDUC 480-4 Designs for Learning: French as a Second Language
EDUC 481-4 Designs for Learning: French Immersion Programs and Francophone Schools
EDUC 482-4 Designs for Learning: Information Technology
EDUC 483-8 Designs for Learning: Curriculum Studies
EDUC 485-8 Designs for Learning: Writing
Educational Psychology Minor Program
Educational psychology makes theoretical and experimental inquiries into how students learn from instruction, how they acquire and express motivation in educational settings, and how they develop skills in school subjects and for learning. This program also studies how this first line of inquiry contributes to designs for instructional experiences that promote a full spectrum of achievements.
The minor consists of required courses that develop a broad background in educational psychology supplemented by electives. For a teaching career, it provides a research based foundation in the psychology of teaching and learning underlying a professional studies program. For others, it articulates applied psychology serving one of our society’s most important aims, education of people of all ages.
Lower Division Requirements
EDUC 220-3 Introduction to Educational Psychology
EDUC 222-3 Research Methods in Educational Psychology
Upper Division Requirements
Students complete all of
EDUC 320-3 Instructional Psychology
EDUC 325-3 Assessment for Classroom Teaching
EDUC 326-3 Classroom Management and Discipline
plus two of
EDUC 327-3 Self, Psychology and Education
EDUC 422-4 Learning Disabilities
EDUC 428-4 Nature and Nurture of Gifted Students
EDUC 464-4 Early Childhood Education
Environmental Education Minor Program
This minor develops teacher skills in environmental and outdoor education programs from kindergarten through grade 12, and in the organization and operation of residential and day centre outdoor education, wilderness outdoor recreation, and other interdisciplinary environmental school programs.
Prerequisite Courses
Students complete nine units selected from the following.
BISC 102-4 General Biology
BISC 204-3 Introduction to Ecology*
EDUC 240-3 Social Issues in Education
GEOG 100-3 Human Geography
GEOG 111-3 Earth Systems
GEOG 215-3 Biogeography*
GEOG 241-3 Social Geography
KIN 142-3 Introduction to Kinesiology
PHIL 001-3 Critical Thinking
PHIL 120-3 Introduction to Moral Philosophy
PSYC 106-3 Psychological Issues in Contemporary Society
SA 150-4 Introduction to Sociology
SA 202-4 Post-Industrial Society
*students with credit for GEOG 215 may not receive credit for BISC 204
Required Courses
Students complete a minimum of 14 units including
EDUC 452-8 Environmental Education
and two of
BISC 304-3 Animal Ecology
BISC 306-3 Invertebrate Biology
BISC 310-3 The Natural History of British Columbia
BISC 317-3 Insect Biology
BISC 337-3 Plant Biology
BISC 404-3 Plant Ecology
EDUC 414-4 Designs for Learning: Secondary Social Studies
EDUC 416-4 Designs for Learning: Secondary Science
EDUC 433-4 Philosophical Issues in Curriculum
EDUC 471-4 Curriculum Development: Theory and Practice
EDUC 474-4 Designs for Learning: Elementary Social Studies
EDUC 476-4 Designs for Learning: Elementary Science
EDUC 459-4 Instructional Activities in Physical Education
EDUC 482-4 Designs for Learning: Information Technology
GEOG 322-4 World Resources
GEOG 369-4 Human Microgeography
French Education Minor Program
This minor explores contemporary second language teaching and learning theory, as well as experientially based approaches to French language curriculum development and instructional design, so that culturally informed and appropriate practices can be developed and used in French-speaking classrooms.
Lower Division Requirements
Students complete three EDUC lower division units as well as six FREN units at the 200 division (or can demonstrate an equivalent knowledge of the language).
Upper Division Requirements
Students complete a minimum of 15 units as specified below, including one or both of
EDUC 378-3 Developing Skills for Teaching Core French*
EDUC 380-4 Introduction to Teaching French in Canadian Contexts**
and one of
EDUC 480-4 Designs for Learning: French as a Secondary Language
EDUC 481-4 Designs for Learning: French Immersion Programs and Schools
To bring the total to 15 required units as specified above, students must also complete two to three of the following courses, when taught in French.
EDUC 414-4 Designs for Learning: Secondary Social Studies
EDUC 415-4 Designs for Learning: Secondary Mathematics
EDUC 416-4 Designs for Learning: Secondary Science
EDUC 474-4 Designs for Learning: Elementary Social Studies
EDUC 475-4 Designs for Learning: Elementary Mathematics
EDUC 476-4 Designs for Learning: Elementary Science
*required for students entering Université Laval’s Explore Program
**students pursuing second and subsequent degrees are not required to complete this course
Explore Program at Université Laval
91ÅÝܽ has an official agreement with Université Laval Language School (ELUL) in Québec City. Students in this program can complete specially designed methodology courses in the Explore program, and then use one of the following Laval courses towards 91ÅÝܽ’s French Education Minor.
These courses are recognized by the British Columbia College of Teachers as part of the requirements for teacher certification.
DID 18200 Didactics of Oral French
DID 18201 Didactics of Written French
Either of these would replace EDUC 380 as part of the French Education Minor requirements here at 91ÅÝܽ.
Although not a requirement, students are strongly encouraged to apply for entry into this French as a second language program for the linguistic and cultural experience in a setting.
A bursary is available through the BC Ministry of Education’s French Program branch.
International and Global Education Minor Program
This minor explores an interdisciplinary, experientially based approach to international and global education so that appropriate learning experiences can be created and infused in any given elementary and secondary course.
Lower Division Requirements
Students complete one of the following.
EDUC 100-3 Questions and Issues in Education
EDUC 230-3 Introduction to Philosophy of Education
EDUC 240-3 Social Issues in Education
EDUC 250-3 Studies in the History of Education in the Western World
Upper Division Requirements
Students complete a minimum of 15 units as specified below plus an intercultural/international experience (see below).
EDUC 370-4 International and Intercultural Education
EDUC 435-4 Infusing Global Perspectives in Curriculum
and either
one Designs for Learning course and one of the following courses
or two of
EDUC 311-3 Foundations in Aboriginal Education, Language and Culture
EDUC 367-4 Teaching Children and Minority Language Backgrounds in Elementary Classrooms
EDUC 382-4 Diversity in Education: Theories, Policies, Practices
EDUC 441-4 Multicultural/Anti Racist Education
EDUC 448-4 Teaching about Justice, Law and Citizenship
EDUC 452-8 Environmental Education
EDUC 467-4 Curriculum and Instruction in Teaching English as a Second Language
EDUC 471-4 Curriculum Development: Theory and Practice
Intercultural/International Experience
In addition to the requirements listed above, an academic intercultural and/or international experience is also required before students complete this minor. This post-secondary experience may be an intercultural experience within Canada, such as a practicum experience in a First Nations community, or outside of Canada. Examples include
• co-operative education placement in an intercultural/international setting
• participation in an international field school program
• international student exchange term outside of Canada or the United States
• teaching English as a foreign language outside of Canada or the United States
Experiences fulfilling the requirements of this minor will need to meet the following criteria.
• successful completion of the program experience as indicated by an official document from the supervising institution
• an experience with high participatory involvement
• an experience completed within five years prior to enrolling in the minor, or five years after completing the course work for the minor
Those who successfully complete the PDP ITEM program or international field school at 91ÅÝܽ will meet the above requirements.
All other applicants must submit a report indicating the nature of their experience, an analysis of their learning, and a letter of support from a person involved in supervising the experience. The director of undergraduate programs will oversee the submission assessment. A follow-up interview may be required.
Learning and Developmental Disabilities Minor Program
This minor enhances understanding of learning and developmental disabilities, and explores an interdisciplinary approach to the health, education and care of infants, children and adults with disabilities.
Lower Division Requirements
Students complete one of
EDUC 220-3 Introduction to Education Psychology
PSYC 250-3 Introduction to Developmental Psychology
Recommended Lower Division Courses
It is strongly recommended that minor program students complete at least one of the following.
LING 220-3 Introduction to Linguistics
PSYC 221-3 Introduction to Cognitive Psychology
Upper Division Requirements
Students complete a minimum of 15 units as specified below.
EDUC 422-4 Learning Disabilities
EDUC 424-4 Learning Disabilities: Laboratory
plus one of
EDUC 315-3 Individual and Developmental Differences in Language Acquisition
EDUC 473-4 Designs for Learning: Reading
plus one of
EDUC 426-4 Teaching Children and Youth with Special Needs
EDUC 427-4 Teaching Children with Special Needs in Inclusive Classrooms
EDUC 428-4 Nature and Nurture of Gifted Students
EDUC 475-4 Designs for Learning: Elementary Mathematics
PSYC 354-3 Development of Children’s Thinking
PSYC 355-3 Adolescent Development
PSYC 356-3 Developmental Psychopathology
PSYC 491-3 Developmental Disabilities
Physical Education Minor Program
This minor program provides students in the professional development program with competence to teach physical education.
Prerequisite Courses
Prospective students should complete at least three of the following courses (or approved transfer courses from community colleges or other universities) prior to enrolling in EDUC 401. Students should choose those courses which are prerequisites to the upper division courses they will complete for the minor.
EDUC 220-3 Introduction to Education Psychology
EDUC 230-3 Introduction to Philosophy of Education
EDUC 240-3 Social Issues in Education
FPA 120-3 Introduction to Contemporary Dance
KIN 105-3 Fundamentals of Human Structure and Function
KIN 110-3 Human Nutrition: Current Issues
KIN 140-3 Contemporary Health Issues
KIN 142-3 Introduction to Kinesiology
KIN 143-3 Exercise Management
KIN 205-3 Introduction to Human Physiology
KIN 241-3 Sports Injuries — Prevention and Rehabilitation
All minor candidates must complete designated curriculum seminars and workshops during EDUC 402 and a specified teaching assignment in physical education during EDUC 405. Details of these requirements are available during EDUC 401. The minor in physical education may not be declared on a student’s program until all prerequisites, including a practicum placement in EDUC 405, are met.
Upper Division Requirements
Students complete a minimum of 14 units as specified below.
EDUC 459-4 Instructional Activities in Physical Education
EDUC 479-4 Designs for Learning: Physical Education
plus two of
EDUC 330-3 Movement Language Elements for Dance in Education
EDUC 457-4 Education and Drama
KIN 342-3 Active Health
Students can include only one Designs for Learning course chosen from the following.
EDUC 412-4 Designs for Learning: Secondary Language Arts
EDUC 414-4 Designs for Learning: Secondary Social Studies
EDUC 415-4 Designs for Learning: Secondary Mathematics
EDUC 416-4 Designs for Learning: Secondary Science
EDUC 430-4 Designs for Learning Dance
EDUC 472-4 Designs for Learning: Elementary Language Arts
EDUC 473-4 Designs for Learning: Reading
EDUC 474-4 Designs for Learning: Elementary Social Studies
EDUC 475-4 Designs for Learning: Elementary Mathematics
EDUC 476-4 Designs for Learning: Elementary Science
EDUC 477-4 Designs for Learning: Art
EDUC 478-4 Designs for Learning: Music
EDUC 480-4 Designs for Learning: French as a Second Language
EDUC 481-4 Designs for Learning: French Immersion and Programme-cadre de Français
EDUC 482-4 Designs for Learning: Information Technology
EDUC 485-8 Designs for Learning: Writing
Secondary Mathematics Education Minor Program
This minor will interest pre-service teachers who are considering a career in teaching secondary mathematics.
Admission Requirements
Applicants must have sufficient course work to teach secondary mathematics (usually the equivalent of a minor in mathematics).
Upper Division Requirements
Students complete a minimum of 15 units as specified below.
EDUC 411-3 Investigations in Mathematics for Secondary Teachers
EDUC 415-4 Designs for Learning: Secondary Mathematics
plus one of the following electives. This list is composed of topics that are directly related to mathematics such as technology, science, philosophy and music.
EDUC 358-3 Foundations of Educational Technology
EDUC 416-4 Designs for Learning: Secondary Science
EDUC 433-4 Philosophical Issues in Curriculum
EDUC 463-4 Multimedia for Curriculum Design
EDUC 469-4 Music Education as Thinking in Sound
EDUC 482-4 Designs for Learning: Information Technology
Students complete an additional 300 or 400 division course(s) in education to complete the total of at least 15 units (excluding EDUC 475).
Certificate in Literacy Instruction
Contact the Undergraduate Advising Office, 8631 Education Building, 778.782.3436.
This certificate prepares students to teach literacy skills to adult learners. By combining courses from different disciplines with opportunities for guided practice, it provides historical and contextual perspectives on literacy, acquaints students with current field practices and develops practical skills.
Completion of the certificate is normally within five years of admission to the program.
Students complete 29 units, of which 23 are in the following seven required courses.
EDUC 240-3 Social Issues in Education
EDUC 341-3 Literacy, Education and Culture
EDUC 342-3 Contemporary Approaches to Literacy Instruction
EDUC 343-5 Literacy Practicum
ENGL 210-3 Advanced University Writing
plus two of
ENGL 101-3 Introduction to Fiction
ENGL 102-3 Introduction to Poetry
ENGL 103-3 Introduction to Drama
ENGL 104-3 Introduction to Prose Genres
In addition, students must complete at least an additional six units in Faculty of Education or Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences courses designated below. Students must select courses that will further their own specific interests in literacy instruction and should be aware that some courses require the completion of prerequisites outside the certificate program.
Faculty of Education
EDUC 325-3 Assessment for Classroom Teaching
EDUC 422-4 Learning Disabilities
EDUC 441-4 Multicultural/Anti-Racist Education
EDUC 467-4 Curriculum and Instruction in Teaching English as a Second Language
EDUC 471-4 Curriculum Development: Theory and Practice
EDUC 472-4 Designs for Learning: Language Arts
EDUC 473-4 Designs for Learning: Reading
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
ENGL 370-4 Studies in Language
ENGL 371-4 Writing: Theory and Practice
HUM 320-4 The Humanities and Philosophy
HUM 321-4 The Humanities and Critical Thinking
LING 260-3 Language, Culture and Society
PHIL 001-3 Critical Thinking
PSYC 206-3 Introduction to Psychological Assessment
SA 304-4 Social Control
SA 333-4 Schooling and Society
Notes
• Units applied to this certificate may not be applied to any other 91ÅÝܽ certificate or diploma, but they may be applied toward major or minor program requirements or toward a bachelor’s degree under regulations governing those programs.
• At least 15 of the 29 required units must be completed at 91ÅÝܽ.
• Students must achieve a minimum 2.0 GPA, calculated on all 91ÅÝܽ courses applied to the program, with the exception that duplicate courses are counted only once.
• The certificate program cannot be used in place of the Faculty of Education’s professional development program or equivalent as a route to a British Columbia teaching certificate.
Post Baccalaureate Diploma (General)
Contact the Undergraduate Advising Office, 8631 Education Building, 778.782.3436.
This diploma offers students the opportunity to design and pursue a program of individualized study. Students wishing to use the post baccalaureate diploma to raise their teacher qualifications should speak with the Teacher Qualification Service or their school district regarding acceptable courses.
Program Requirements
Successful completion, within five years, of an approved program comprised of 30 units of upper division or graduate work plus any necessary prerequisites is required. A minimum of 15 of the 30 units must be earned in education and/or educational professional courses and a maximum of 12 may be transfer units.
Courses completed within 10 years of starting the PBD may (with permission) be considered as part of the requirements for the diploma.
Students must maintain a 2.5 GPA on courses used for the diploma.
Courses completed during the EDUC 404 term may not be used toward a post baccalaureate diploma.
Post Baccalaureate Diploma in Counselling and Human Development
This program offers individuals, who are employed or seeking employment in a human services or health care profession, a focused introduction to the core knowledge bases involved in counselling. Course work is designed to enhance the effectiveness of students in their current job or better prepare them for a future career in a helping profession.
Admission Requirements
In addition to the following requirements, students must also meet the Post Baccalaureate Diploma (General) program’s requirements as listed in the “Program Requirements” on page 166. Applications will be reviewed by cognate faculty, the graduate faculty associate, or their designates. Typically, candidates will have the following prerequisites prior to admission to this program.
• a bachelor’s degree with at least an introductory psychology course, a course in human development, plus one more upper division psychology or sociology course
• a minimum 50 hours of relevant voluntary or paid experience
• a written statement of career interest
• an admission grade point average of 2.5 or equivalent
Required Courses (17 units)
Students complete all of
EDUC 323-3 Introduction to Counselling Theories
EDUC 324-3 Foundations of Multicultural Counselling
EDUC 328-3 Theories of Career Development and Education
EDUC 423-4 Helping Relationships
EDUC 437-4 Ethical Issues in Education
Elective Courses (13 units)
Students complete a minimum of 13 units chosen from the following.
EDUC 326-3 Classroom Management and Discipline
EDUC 327-3 Self, Psychology and Education
EDUC 322-3 The Social Lives of School Children
EDUC 370-4 International and Intercultural Education
EDUC 464-4 Early Childhood Education
GERO 302-3 Health Promotion and Aging
Post Baccalaureate Diploma in Early Childhood Education
This program provides a focus for students wishing to work with children aged three through eight. In addition to the following requirements, students must also meet the requirements stated above, in the Program Requirements section of the Post Baccalaureate Diploma (page 166).
Program Requirements
EDUC 322-3 The Social Lives of School Children
EDUC 464-4 Early Childhood Education
EDUC 465-4 Children’s Literature
plus a minimum of three courses chosen from the following
EDUC 311-3 Foundations in Aboriginal Education, Language and Culture
EDUC 315-3 Individual and Development Differences in Language Acquisition
EDUC 326-3 Classroom Management and Discipline
EDUC 330-3 Movement Language Elements for Dance in Education
EDUC 341-3 Literacy, Education and Culture
EDUC 367-4 Teaching Children from Minority Language Backgrounds in Elementary Classrooms
EDUC 457-4 Drama and Education
EDUC 459-4 Instructional Activities in Physical Education
EDUC 467-4 Curriculum and Instruction in Teaching English as a Second Language
EDUC 471-4 Curriculum Development: Theory and Practice
EDUC 473-4 Designs for Learning: Reading
EDUC 475-4 Designs for Learning: Elementary Mathematics
EDUC 477-4 Designs for Learning: Art
EDUC 478-4 Designs for Learning: Music
plus additional upper division units in related topic areas to bring the total to 30 upper division units.
Post Baccalaureate Diploma in Environmental Education
This program will interest practicing teachers who want to assist students to develop a greater awareness and understanding of the broadly defined environment. The program encompasses aspects of environment education. Through selected course work, environmental issues are explored using a multidisciplinary approach and historical and contemporary issues in human-environment interaction as related to diverse curricula.
In addition to the following requirements, students must also meet the requirements stated above, in the Program Requirement section of the “Post Baccalaureate Diploma (General)” on page 166.
Students complete 30 units as specified below including all of
EDUC 452-8 Environmental Education
EDUC 493-4 Directed Studies in Environmental Education
plus one of
EDUC 414-4 Designs for Learning: Secondary Social Studies
EDUC 416-4 Designs for Learning: Secondary Science
EDUC 474-4 Designs for Learning: Elementary Social Studies
EDUC 476-4 Designs for Learning: Elementary Science
plus two of
EDUC 311-3 Foundations in Aboriginal Education, Language and Culture
EDUC 433-4 Philosophical Issues in Curriculum
EDUC 437-4 Ethical Issues in Education
EDUC 441-4 Multicultural and Anti-Racist Education
EDUC 471-4 Curriculum Development: Theory and Practice
plus a minimum of six upper division units from the following.
For applicants with an academic background in the humanities/social sciences:
BISC 304-3 Animal Ecology
BISC 310-1 Natural History of BC
BISC 425-3 Biology and Society
EASC 303-3 Environmental Geoscience
EVSC 401-1 Current Topics in Environmental Science
GEOG 449-4 Environmental Processes and Urban Development
REM 311-3 Applied Ecology and Sustainable Environments
REM 412-3 Environmental Modeling
REM 445-3 Environmental Risk Assessment and Management
For applicants with an academic background in the sciences/applied sciences:
ECON 460-3 Seminar in Environmental Economics
GEOG 315-4 World Ecosystems
GEOG 316-4 Ecosystem Biogeochemistry
GEOG 385-3 Agriculture and the Environment
GEOG 389W-4 Human Ecology, Human Relations to Nature
GEOG 449-4 Environmental Processes and Urban Development
HIST 432-3 Problems in Environmental History
SA 326-4 Ecology and Social Thought
SA 371-4 Environment and Society
Additional courses consistent with the aims of the post baccalaureate diploma (PBD) may be substituted for courses in the above list with permission from the Undergraduate Programs office. Students are responsible for prerequisites and other permissions needed to gain entry to courses listed above. Departments sometimes give course enrolment priority to their own students. Because this will reduce access to others, PBD students should consult with faculty and departmental advisors when planning their program.
Post Baccalaureate Diploma In French and Education
See “Post Baccalaureate Diploma in French and Education” on page 114.
Post Baccalaureate Diploma in Special Education
This program offers educators and health care professionals who work with children and adults with disabilities the opportunity to consolidate work in lifespan development and special education in a way that facilitates a common discussion ground. The course work emphasizes knowledge and skills about lifespan development, individual differences, and assessment and support. Emphasis is placed on understanding how challenges presented to families of children with disabilities change over time as children mature and as they make transitions across home, school and community contexts.
Required Courses (22 units)
EDUC 315-3 Individual and Developmental Differences in Children’s Language Acquisition
EDUC 422-4 Learning Disabilities
EDUC 426-4 Teaching Children and Youth with Special Needs
EDUC 464-4 Early Childhood Education
plus one of
EDUC 322-3 Social Lives of School Children
GERO 302-3 Health Promotion and Aging
PSYC 361-3 Social Cognition
plus one of
EDUC 424-4 Learning Disabilities Laboratory
EDUC 427-4 Seminar in Teaching Children with High-Incidence
Optional Courses (8 units)
EDUC 323-3 Introduction to Counselling Theories
EDUC 351-3 Teaching the Older Adult
EDUC 382-4 Diversity in Education: Theories, Policies, Practices
EDUC 423-4 Helping Relationships
EDUC 428-4 Nature and Nurture of Gifted Students
EDUC 433-4 Philosophical Issues in Education
EDUC 468-4 Cognition and Language in ESL Instruction
GERO 300-3 Introduction to Gerontology
GERO 401-3 Aging and the Built Environment
PSYC 354-3 Development of Children’s Thinking
PSYC 355-3 Adolescent Development
PSYC 356-3 Developmental Psychopathology
Post Baccalaureate Diploma In Teaching English As a Second Language
See “Post Baccalaureate Diploma in Teaching English as a Second Language” on page 125.
This program is for qualified students who wish to combine work experience with academic studies.
Please note that this program is not part of the Professional Development Program and will not provide the training required for a teaching certificate from the BC College of Teachers.
For admission to co-operative education, students must have completed 30 units with a CGPA of 3.0 and have completed
EDUC 100-3 Selected Questions and Issues in Education
and two of
EDUC 220-3 Introduction to Educational Psychology
EDUC 230-3 Introduction to Philosophy of Education
EDUC 240-3 Social Issues in Education
EDUC 260-3 Learning and Teaching Through Technology
Transfer students must complete at least 15 units at 91ÅÝܽ before applying. Arrangements for work terms are made through the co-op co-ordinator, who should be consulted at least one term in advance. For details, see “Co-operative Education” on page 212.
Director
L. Kanevsky BA (S Fraser), MASpEd (San Diego), MPhil, PhD (Col)
Field Programs enhances teacher continuing education through collaboration with other British Columbia educational agencies. All courses and programs are located at sites other than the Burnaby Mountain campus or Simon Fraser University Surrey or 91ÅÝܽ Vancouver. Courses offered through Field Programs (designated EDPR) are shown on page 370. Field Programs also offers a graduate diploma in advanced professional studies in education. Field Programs works with associations to co-develop ongoing professional in-service opportunities for teachers, including annual conferences and theme-specific non-credit in-service series.
Director
S.J. Smith BEd (Kelvin Grove CAE), BHMS, MED (Qld), PhD (Alta)
Admissions Advisor
Ms. D. Kelso BA (S Fraser), 8624 Education Building, 778.782.3620/3149
Professional Development Program (PDP)
Applicants must be attending 91ÅÝܽ or be admissible. See “Admission and Readmission” on page 17.
• All candidates are required to complete the on-line Professional Development Program application form.
• Candidates who have not attended 91ÅÝܽ previously, or who have not attended in any of the three terms prior to intended enrolment, must apply for admission or readmission. See “Admission and Readmission” on page 17.
• All applications must be submitted to the PDP admissions office by January 15 for the fall term and May 15 for the spring term.
• All applicants pay the PDP application fee on-line or directly to the PDP admissions office, Faculty of Education.
The Professional Development program is also available in French, for students aspiring to teach in Core French, French Immersion or Programme Francophone. See “Bureau des affaires francophones et francophiles (BAFF) /Office of Francophone & Francophile Affairs (OFFA)” on page 453
Elementary Applicants
Elementary applicants must, by the date of application, have completed a minimum of 76 units of courses acceptable for credit at 91ÅÝܽ (should include 16 units of upper division) including the following prerequisite courses.
• six units in English (a maximum of three units of English composition may be included)
• one course (three units) in each of Canadian history, Canadian geography, and laboratory science
• MATH 190
• elementary applicants should have education, fine and performing arts and kinesiology courses
Secondary Applicants
Applicants who plan to teach at the secondary level must fulfil the requirements of a teachable major subject or two teachable minor subjects prior to commencing PDP.
Teachable Majors or Minors
biology
Canadian studies (minor only)*
chemistry
computing science (minor only)
dance (FPA) (minor only)
earth sciences
English
English and French literatures (joint major)
First Nations (minor only)*
French
French, history and politics (joint major)*
geography*
history*
humanities (minor only)*
kinesiology
mathematics
music (FPA)
physics
social studies*
theatre (FPA) (minor only)
visual art (FPA)
world literature
*see requirements sheet in the Faculty of Education
Students planning to teach at the secondary level must complete requirements prior to commencing PDP, except BEd candidates who cannot complete their degree until they have successfully completed PDP. These BEd candidates complete one teachable major or two teachable minors prior to commencing PDP. Students from other institutions may apply prior to degree completion, but must have completed the degree one full term prior to commencing PDP.
Secondary applicants must complete six English units (a maximum of three units of English composition may be included) one full term prior to starting PDP.
Secondary applicants are encouraged to have education courses.
All Applicants
• A minimum of two reference letters, and no more than three (one should describe the candidate’s experience in teaching/instructional related functions) must be submitted.
• A written assignment (described further on the PDP website) is required.
• A resumé must also be submitted by all applicants (see PDP website for information).
• Before program admission, applicants must demonstrate competence in written and oral English (and written and oral French for French immersion and French as a second language programs).
• Students may be asked to submit evidence of good health before being considered for admission.
• Students may be required to have an interview before being considered for program admission.
• If the number of PDP applicants exceeds facilities and staffing capabilities, the admissions committee will select the best qualified candidates.
• Admission selection is generally given to students whose applications show experience with and commitment to community service that may include teaching or other helping roles.
• Because the number of well qualified PDP applicants, it is most improbable that candidates who have been unsuccessful in four previous competitions will be considered favorably in any subsequent competition. Those who have been unsuccessful in gaining entry on at least four occasions are discouraged from further application.
Program Description
The program’s duration is three terms. Professional studies and activities are arranged in this sequence.
First Term of Professional Development Program
EDUC 401-8 Introduction to Classroom Teaching*
EDUC 402-7 Studies of Educational Theory and Practice*
*not offered in summer term
EDUC 401 and 402 are offered as an integrated program, combining theory and practice in both on campus seminars and in-school practice in the first term of PDP. This is accomplished by alternating blocks of classroom teaching with workshops and instruction on campus.
During EDUC 401, students are assigned to a teacher (school associate) identified by school authorities and supervised by a faculty associate appointed by the University. Students observe, teach and participate in school routines and programs.
During EDUC 402, students participate in the study of teaching, learning to make meaning of the complex world of educational practice, informed by extensive study of pedagogical literature.
French Education
French immersion, programme cadre and basic French for kindergarten to grade 12 are normally available. The majority of the program in immersion and programme cadre is in French.
Special Focus Modules
Special focus modules are offered during fall and spring terms. Entry may be competitive.
EDUC 405-15 Teaching Semester
(Not offered in summer term) Prerequisites: EDUC 401 and 402.
A term of classroom experience supervised by University appointed faculty associates. The school placement is appropriate to the educational level and subject specialties in which the student expects to obtain certification. Students assume a large measure of responsibility and participate in a wide range of teaching and supervisory activities.
School placements in EDUC 405-15 are made in school districts throughout the Lower Mainland.
Grading in EDUC 401, 402 and 405 is on a pass/withdrawal basis.
EDUC 404-0 Course Work Semester
Prerequisites: EDUC 401 and 402.
Course programming in this term is in consultation with undergraduate programs, faculty members, and the student’s faculty associate to ensure that professional, academic and certification requirements are satisfied or to satisfy the educational requirements of designated PDP modules. Students undertake 15 units of studies in education (18 units if no previous recognized education course has been completed).
Note: Students completing degrees from the Faculties of Applied Sciences, Arts, Business Administration or Science may apply credit for EDUC 404 towards that degree.
To be recommended for certification, the student must achieve in EDUC 404 a GPA at least equivalent to that required for a degree in the University.
General Regulations
Students complete normal 91ÅÝܽ enrolment procedures before commencing studies in any term of the professional development program.
Successful applicants will be required to undergo a criminal record check. If the check indicates the applicant has a criminal record, that may preclude continuation in PDP.
Students must meet program goals, as outlined in the Professional Development Handbook.
• This program is normally completed in three consecutive terms. However, those with valid reasons may be given permission by the professional programs director to interrupt their program participation. A formal request must be submitted in writing to the director.
• A program interruption requested by a student may normally last no longer than two years.
• Students who indicate their intention to undertake a given term of the professional development program and who do not honor this commitment are considered to have withdrawn from the program. Permission to re-enter is not given automatically.
Readmission
Students who withdraw from EDUC 401/402 must re-apply to the admissions committee.
Students may apply for EDUC 405 re-entry by completing a re-entry application and submitting it and supporting documents to the professional programs director. Deadlines for re-application: April 15 for fall term; October 15 for spring term.
Permission to re-enter the program will be granted if
• the student has satisfactorily met the conditions for re-entry established when he/she interrupted or withdrew from the program
• space is available in the term for which the student applies
Note: After being withdrawn from EDUC 405 for a second time, a student may not re-enter the program unless by appeal.
Students who re-enter PDP should apply for re-entry within two years of withdrawal. Students who do not re-enter within the specified time may be required to complete additional course work before readmission.
Students who wish to re-enter EDUC 404 must apply to re-enter the program not later than six weeks prior to the beginning of the term. An application for re-entry to PDP must be completed.
Recommendation for Certification
The academic and professional records of all students who have completed the three professional development program terms will be subject to review by the faculty before a recommendation for certification is forwarded to BCCT.
Special Professional Program Opportunities
Students with a minimum of one year of full-time teaching experience in Canada or in a school setting where English or French was the normal language of instruction, and where the curriculum was reasonably similar to a Canadian public school curriculum, may challenge EDUC 405 subject to the following.
• Course challenge applicants will be considered according to generally established requirements and procedures. See “Course Challenge” on page 28.
• Normally, students can enrol in course challenge for EDUC 405 only while enrolled in EDUC 401/402. Additional full fees will be levied for challenging EDUC 405 regardless of whether the challenge is successful.
• Course challenge credit for EDUC 405 will not be granted before successful completion of EDUC 401/402.
• Applications, available from the professional programs director, must be submitted by: May 15 for the fall term; September 15 for the spring term.
External Professional Development Programs
External Programs Admissions Advisor
Ms. F. Verret, 91ÅÝܽ Surrey, (seducadv@sfu.ca), Tel 778.782.8128
There is an external professional development program that operates under the auspices of a consortia of local community colleges, northern school districts and 91ÅÝܽ. The consortia invite applicants with strong local northern connections. (Deadlines and admission procedures are different from the Lower Mainland application.)
AHCOTE – Alaska Highway Consortium on Teacher Education (Fort St. John, Dawson Creek) (subject to funding) Telephone 1.250.785.6981 local 2050 for information.
Professional Qualification Program (PQP)
This is a three term (36 unit) program leading to a certificate in professional practices for those who wish to recertify their teaching credentials.
Admission
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PQP applicants must also provide the Professional Programs admissions office with a BC College of Teachers letter showing recommendation for enrolment in PQP or a similar program.
Send applications to: Faculty of Education, Simon Fraser University Surrey, Special Programs Advisor 250-13450 102nd Avenue, Surrey BC, V3T 0A3. These are due by March 31. An interview is required.
Requirements
First Term
EDUC 352-4 Building on Reflective Practice
EDUC 483-8 Designs for Learning: Curriculum Studies
Second Term
EDUC 401-8 Introduction to Classroom Teaching
plus one additional upper division EDUC course (at least four units) selected by the student and approved by the director of PDP or designate
Third Term
EDUC 406-12 Supervised Observation and Teaching
Upon successful completion of the first two terms, students will then have satisfied the BC College of Teachers (BCCT) familiarization and methodology requirement for the certification of foreign trained teachers. Upon approval of the director of professional programs, PQP students may then enter EDUC 406, and upon satisfactory completion of that course, will meet the BCCT’s practicum requirement for the certification of foreign trained teachers.
PQP students who complete all 36 units will also have met the requirements for the certificate in professional practices (see below).
In exceptional circumstances, the faculty associate and the PQP co-ordinator may recommend to the program director that the student complete EDUC 406 after completion of the first 12 units of PQP. In this case, the student does not need to complete the second term of course work. It is recommended that students complete at least eight units in Designs for Learning courses (EDUC 412, 414-416, 430, 472-483, 485) to enhance classroom skills.
Certificate in Professional Practices
External Programs Admissions Advisor
Ms. F. Verret, 91ÅÝܽ Surrey, (seducadv@sfu.ca), Tel 778.782.8128
This certificate trains either foreign trained teachers or previously credentialed Canadian teachers by upgrading skills to current practices. By completion of appropriate education courses and opportunities for guided practice, the student will: learn contextual perspectives on teaching in BC; become acquainted with contemporary school practices; and develop practical skills to British Columbia College of Teachers standards.
Program Requirements
To qualify for the credential, students complete, within five years, either the Professional Qualification Program requirements for foreign trained teachers or complete the HEART (see below) requirements of the EDUC 406 practicum, and complete an additional three upper division EDUC courses (12 units).
Students must be admitted to the Professional Qualification Program or HEART teacher education module to qualify for the certificate.
Students must achieve a minimum 2.0 GPA, calculated on all 91ÅÝܽ courses applied to the program, with the exception that duplicate courses are counted only once.
HEART (Helping Expand Access for Returning Teachers)
EDUC 406-12 (HEART) Supervised Observation and Teaching
This EDUC 406 option within professional programs is a supervised orientation/observation and teaching sequence of about 12 weeks in a BC public school. This practicum offers educators, who do not meet BC certification requirements, an opportunity to familiarize themselves with the BC school system and to update teaching skills to acquire certification.
EDUC 406 is normally offered in the fall and spring terms only and space is limited.
Grading is on a pass/withdraw basis.
Applicants to HEART must be attending 91ÅÝܽ or be admissible to the University. See “Admission and Readmission” on page 17. Candidates who have not attended 91ÅÝܽ previously, or who have not attended in any of three terms prior to intended enrolment in EDUC 406, must submit the application for undergraduate admission form to Student Services. Students intending to complete 91ÅÝܽ courses in preparation for application to EDUC 406 should contact Ms. F. Verret, 778.782.8128.
HEART applications should be received by: April 15 for fall term; September 15 for spring term. An interview is normally required. Applications should be sent to Faculty of Education, 91ÅÝܽ Surrey, 250-13450 102nd Avenue, Surrey BC, K3T 0A3, attention Special Programs Advisor.
Certification
Simon Fraser University does not confer teaching certificates. The BC College of Teachers (BCCT) is the only body in BC authorized to grant such certificates. Under July 1, 1974 regulations, qualified students from provincial universities, upon making application and submitting birth or baptismal certificate as proof of name and age, will receive a teaching credential.
Note: Persons convicted of a criminal offence and considering a teaching career should write to the BCCT for clarification of their status before undertaking a teacher education program.
Types of Certificates
There are two types of teaching certificates. The conditional certificate is awarded after successful completion of an acceptable four year program. Included in the acceptable four year program are both academic and professional studies. The professional certificate is awarded after successful completion of an acceptable five year program of professional and academic studies culminating in a degree.
The conditional certificate requires a minimum of 76 units (five terms) in applied sciences, arts, business administration, science, or education, plus the professional development program (three terms). The conditional certificate (a minimum of 120 units of academic and professional credit) will normally qualify for Teacher Qualification Service category four.
Notes Regarding Requirements for Teaching Certificates
The following are required for teacher certification.
• a minimum of six Department of English units (a maximum of three units of English composition may be included)
Applying for a Certificate
The Faculty of Education sends the BCCT a list of students who have completed teacher certification requirements. Each student is given or mailed an application for teacher’s certificate of qualification form. Students must forward the completed form to BCCT for formal evaluation for certification. Applications for certificate upgrading (e.g., when a teacher wishes to convert a conditional certificate to a professional certificate) must also be made to BCCT.
Note: There is a delay between the completion of the professional development program and the forwarding to the BCCT of documented recommendation for a teaching certificate.
Applicants for certification upon degree completion should note the University regulations in this Calendar concerning final deadlines for submission of graduation applications. Exceptions cannot be made.
This service is sponsored jointly by the BC Teachers’ Federation and the BC School Trustee’s Association and is an advisory service to teachers and school boards in evaluating the academic and professional preparation of teachers. At present, the service assists teachers who are newly certified, new to a school district, or who are upgrading their certificates. Evaluation forms are available from the Teacher Qualification Service, 106-1525 West 8th Avenue, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1T5, or from the PDP admissions office, Faculty of Education, 91ÅÝܽ.
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