Kindergarten marks a significant period in young learners’ lives. This course introduces students to the theoretical and applied aspects of kindergarten education for 4- and 5-year-olds. With particular attention given to the Preschool Cycle Program, students will examine the theories that inform early learning curricula, develop appropriate and stimulating learning environments for young learners, explore play-based education, and examine social-justice- oriented pedagogy in the context of early education. In this course, students will be expected to reflect critically on teaching and learning with young children.
Pre-requisite: EDU 138 and EDU 230.
Professional Competencies:
This course will focus on developing Competencies 1, 3, 6, 7, 10, 11, and 13 of the Professional Competencies for teachers in Quebec.
Class Readings:
It is expected that you read the assigned readings before class and are prepared to participate in class activities.
Pre-requisite: EDU 138 and EDU 230.
Professional Competencies:
This course will focus on developing Competencies 1, 3, 6, 7, 10, 11, and 13 of the Professional Competencies for teachers in Quebec.
Class Readings:
It is expected that you read the assigned readings before class and are prepared to participate in class activities.
- Teacher: Azadeh Javaherpour