ED
EDUCATION
ED courses are normally not available to non-education students. Exceptions areED 4791,ED 3021,ED 3031,ED 3043,ED 3063.
ED 3011 / Professional Ethics for Practitioners of Adult Education / 3 chIntroduction to ethical theory and philosophical approaches to reflective practice emphasizing self-examination, decision making, and ethical standards in the field of adult education. Participants use field experience to support readings and case studies.
ED 3015 / Practicum in Adult Education / 3 ch
Practical, field-based learning-based on an individualized learning contact and completed in teaching, learning or other appropriate adult education settings such as training, literacy, tutoring, curriculum development, etc. The intent of the practicum is to help learners develop observational, critical and reflective skills as well as skills appropriate to their work with adults.
ED 3021 / Human Development and Learning: An Overview / 3 ch
Developmental perspectives on human growth and learning.
ED 3022 / First Nations Epistemology (Ways of Knowing) / 3 ch
Development of personal and social identity among children in First Nations communities. Implications for classroom practice.
ED 3024 / Understanding the Adult Learner / 3 ch
Explores the characteristics of learners in formal and nonformal education settings and identifies learning processes and conditions as they influence adult learning.
ED 3031 / The Education of Exceptional Learners / 3 ch
Provides the student with an introduction to the field of knowledge associated with exceptional learners.
ED 3033 / Teaching in a Cultural Context / 3 ch
How teachers respond effectively to the culture of children as individuals and to the culture of their people, with regard to a variety of cultural contexts, including Canadian aboriginal cultures.
ED 3041 / The Theory and Practice of Education / 3 ch
Introduces the dominant theories which influence and shape current thinking and practices in school environments today. Key ideas, their origins, teaching responsibilities, and the components of professional practice are discussed. The course is intended to orient education students to teaching as a profession.
ED 3042 / History of Educational Ideas / 3 ch
A course designed to inform beginning teachers about the most significant ideas (and the people who originated them) that have influenced the development of contemporary education.
ED 3043 / First Nations Education / 3 ch
Traditional First Nations pedagogy and concepts of education in comparison with those which have shaped formal schooling. Roles and responsibilities of schools, teachers, and communities in educating First Nations students.
ED 3044 / History of Childhood / 3 ch
A course that follows the changing public perception and treatment of children in western society from the Seventeenth Century to the present. Children in Maritime Canada are featured prominently.
ED 3051 / School Law and Organization / 3 ch
An overview of the legal, organizational, financial and professional aspects of schools and school systems.
ED 3061 / Students, Schools, Equity and Social Justice / 3 ch
Explores the social, economic, cultural, and political contexts of learners’ lives, discourses of social difference, 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.
ED 3063 / Health Promotion in Schools / 3 ch
Examines concepts and inter-relationships among nutrition, exercise, and well-being within educational contexts.
ED 3110 / Methods and Strategies in Adult Education: An Introduction / 6 ch
Examines key topics in applied terms to prepare new instructors for the first year of teaching. Topics include: planning instructional segments; writing objectives; evaluating students, programs and teaching; using and assessing teaching strategies, audio-visual aids and learning resources. Students will participate in micro-teaching activities.
ED 3113 / Communication Practices for Adult Education / 3 ch
Identifies general theories of and strategies for oral, written and visual communications. Students will be expected to assess their skill levels in all three areas.
ED 3114 / Introduction to Workplace Learning / 3 ch
Designed to provide learners with an appreciation of the origins and trends in workplace learning. The course will examine the workplace as a learning environment. Various approaches to adult learning within the changing context of work will be examined.
ED 3115 / Methods and Strategies in Adult Education (online version) / 3 ch
This course examines methods and strategies to facilitate effective adult education programs. Topics include: planning instructional segments; writing objectives; evaluating student work, programs and teaching; using and assessing teaching strategies, and learning resources.
ED 3211 / Theories and Practices of Visual Arts 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.
ED 3241 / Music for the Classroom Teacher / 3 ch
Examines appropriate methodology, skills and content for the elementary classroom teacher to use in teaching music in a variety of settings. Students will sing, play an instrument, listen and move to music.
ED 3362 / Access to Literacy / 3 ch
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.
ED 3415 / Developing Numeracy / 3 ch
The study of number relationships and approaches to developing number sense in children and adults.
ED 3416 / Developing Geometrical Concepts / 3 ch
The study of geometric relationships and approaches to developing spatial sense in children and adults.
ED 3424 / Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary School / 3 ch
Focus on appropriate methodology for teaching mathematics at the elementary school level. Students must demonstrate an adequate mastery of the mathematics content underlying the curriculum prior to completion of this course.
ED 3475 / Movement Education for the Elementary Teacher / 3 ch
Overview of physical education programs in elementary schools. Program planning, practical work.
ED 3478 / Health and Physical Education in the Elementary School / 3 ch
Examines curriculum and pedagogy in elementary health and physical education programs.
ED 3487 / Health and Physical Education in the Middle/Secondary School / 3 ch
Examines curriculum and pedagogy in middle and secondary health and physical education programs.
ED 3494 / Introduction to the Teaching of Secondary Physical Education / 3 ch
An introductory methods class that examines the meaning of being physically educated, the nature of the school physical education curriculum and the instructional process.
ED 3511 / Introduction to Science Education / 3 ch
This course provides an introduction to the teaching of science that focuses on preparing students to teach science while challenging their expectations and assumptions regarding science. The Nature of Science, lesson planning, curricular adaptation, assessment, inquiry - based learning, technology integration, and the barriers to learning science are some of the topics covered within the course.
ED 3512 / The Nature(s) of Science: Implications for Teaching Science / 3 ch
Provides an opportunity for participants to explore their models of the nature of science and consider the implications these models have on teaching and learning science.
ED 3513 / Science Education Policy and Practice / 3 ch
An introduction to current policies and practices in science education.
ED 3514 / Science Education and the Learner / 3 ch
At the heart of any science class is the student. Understanding why so many students find science difficult and how to create learning opportunities that engage all students is the focus of this course. Prerequisite:ED 3511or permission of the instructor.
ED 3561 / Introduction to Second Language Education* / 3 ch
Examines the principles of learning and teaching a second language (SL). Emphasizes the development of communicative SL activities and the creation of learner-centred lesson plans. * Required course for CTESL candidates. Students may receive credit for ED3561 orED 3562but not both.
ED 3562 / Français langue seconde I – Secondaire / 3 ch
Examen des principes de base de la didactique du français langue seconde (FLS) au secondaire ainsi que l’exploration des pratiques de l’enseignement du FLS au secondaire. *Required course for secondary French second language specialists. Pre-requisite: A French oral proficiency certificate with a minimum level of Advanced from the New Brunswick Department of Post Secondary Education, Training and Labour.
ED 3621 / Introduction to the Social Studies / 3 ch
Consideration of the history of social studies, debates about the content of social studies and the current state of social studies in Canada.
ED 3641 / Geography in Education / 3 ch
Scope and purpose of geography in education. Trends and source materials, including the use of maps, air photos, satellite images. Two laboratory sessions.
ED 3862 / Information and Communication Technology I / 3 ch
This course is designed to introduce students to basic concepts and practices in the integration of application software within curriculum-based topics. Emphasis is placed on the development of electronic portfolios of technology- enhanced teaching materials for the classroom.
ED 3943 / Introduction to Technology Education / 3 ch
Examines the development of technology education as a field of study and explores the context in which technology is taught in schools, applied in industry and its impact on society. Current technology applications are examined in areas such as: transportation, construction, communication, manufacturing and bio-technologies.
ED 4000 / Student Teaching for BEd (4 year) Program1 / 18 ch
Fifteen weeks of school and classroom experience. Additional regulations are included in the Education General Regulations under Field Experiences Practicum (Student Teaching)in Section G of the Calendar. Prerequisite: Only students who have been officially admitted to the BEd (4 year) program may register for ED4000. For further information contact the Chair of the Student Teaching Department.
ED 4012 / Diversity and Inclusion in Adult Learning / 3 ch
Examines culturally-defined values, beliefs, and assumptions; how cross-cultural communication plays out in formal and informal situations, work environments, and the wider community; and how to create quality international and cross-cultural learning experiences. Develops practical strategies for ensuring meaningful inclusion and for creating safe climates that model the principle of valuing differently acquired wisdom.
ED 4031 / Towards Diversity in the Classroom / 3 ch
Examines how schooling reproduces and produces social inequality and explores liberatory pedagogical practices, particularly in relation to dimensions such as class, "race", gender, and sexuality.
ED 4032 / Adult Learners with Special Needs / 3 ch
Examines the nature of special learning needs in relation to sensory, cognitive, physical, emotional and learning capabilities, and considers methods and strategies for helping to meet these needs in teaching-learning settings.
ED 4042 / Introduction to Adult Education / 3 ch
Examines the development of adult education as a field of practice and explores the characteristics of adult education in a variety of contexts with specific emphasis on national and provincial contexts.
ED 4045 / Train the Trainer: Theory and Practice / 3 ch
Explores theoretical and practical components of workplace training designed to improve organizational effectiveness and individual performance. Learners examine emergent training topics in a variety of workplace contexts. Prerequisite:ED 3024.
ED 4061 / Advising and Mentoring Adult Learners / 3 ch
Examines the characteristics of helping relationships in educational and work settings. Focus will be on the development of skills and strategies conducive to effective advising, coaching and mentoring through collaborative learning, reflection and practice. PrerequisiteED 3024.
ED 4075 / Reflection on Second Langauge Theory and Practice / 3 ch
Examination of fundamental issues in second language education such as definitions and assessment of bilingualism, early and later acquisition of a second language, cognitive effects of bilingualism, evaluation of second language education programs, literacy and multiliteracy.
ED 4089 / Gifted Education: Introduction / 3 ch
The identification, development and approach to the gifted and talented are examined in terms of their intellectual, social and emotional characteristics.
ED 4102 / Transition to Adulthood / 3 ch
Explores the principles of adult learning and their application to teaching, planning, problem solving, and motivating learners who are in transition from full-time attendance in educational programs to adult work and life roles.
ED 4110 / Methods and Strategies in Adult Education: Theory and Practice / 6 ch
Based on learners' needs, interests and experience, theoretical and practical components of instructional strategies are explored in-depth. Particular attention is paid to the integration of instructional methods and strategies with adult learning models.
ED 4113 / Introduction to Distance Learning in Adult Education / 3 ch
Provides an opportunity to explore and become familiar with currently available learning technologies to deliver distance education programs and courses. Use of these technologies will be required throughout the course.
ED 4164 / Techniques of Teaching / 3 ch
Students will learn to design lessons following lecture, Socratic discussion, or combination formats and learn the appropriateness of each. Classroom skills of positioning, elocution, questioning, listening, eye contact, and so on will be learned and practised in mini-teaching sessions in front of small peer groups. Causes of student behavior problems will be analyzed and strategies for dealing with disruptive students developed.
ED 4191 / Independent Studies / 3 ch
Students will normally be limited to 6 ch of independent study. Prerequisite: Permission of an instructor is required before registration.
ED 4211 / Integrated Learning through Art / 3 ch
Art education theories and practices as they apply to learning across the curriculum. Prerequisite:ED 3211or a previous course in visual art or art education.
ED 4241 / Music in the Elementary School / 3 ch
Study of methods and materials current in the elementary school. Development of skills and curriculum. Study of the young learner and music. Prerequisite: 9 ch in music courses or permission of the instructor.
ED 4352 / Poetry K-12 / 3 ch
Poetry is probably the most reluctantly taught subject in the school system. Yet it offers one of the most potent links with our cultural and linguistic heritage. This course provides access to texts and to a range of discussion strategies that can be used throughout the school system.
ED 4354 / Literacy Learning in Early Years / 3 ch
Current theories of the nature of literacy learning and their relationship to instructional practices in the early years.
ED 4355 / Literacy Learning in the Middle School / 3 ch
Current theories of the nature of literacy learning and their relationship to instructional practices in the middle years.
ED 4404 / Trends in Mathematics Education / 3 ch
Current issues in teaching mathematics, Grades K-12. Prerequisite: Teaching experience; at least one previous course in mathematics education.
ED 4451 / Health Education / 3 ch
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.
ED 4488 / Teaching of Games for the Secondary Physical Education Teacher / 3 ch
Concepts, skills, strategies for games taught in secondary schools. Practical application. Prerequisite:ED 3494or permission of the instructor.
ED 4494 / Teaching Methods in Secondary Physical Education / 3 ch
Teaching process: styles, materials, space, facilities, and equipment. Practical application. Prerequisite:ED 3494or permission of the instructor.
ED 4511 / Advanced Studies in Science Education I / 3 ch
Advanced studies in the teaching and learning of science for the early years/middle school/young adult learners. Prerequisite: Introductory Methods course.
ED 4515 / Teaching Science in Elementary School / 3 ch
The course will focus on the mindset and methods for teaching science at the elementary school level. Students will become familiar with using their content knowledge, pedagogical skills and their specific context to adapt and teach the elementary science curricula. This course will help students prepare effective science learning environments that embody an inquiry and constructivist approach to teaching.
ED 4561 / Assessing French Language Profeciency / 3 ch
This course is focused on assessment for learning and as learning as they relate to oral and written French proficiency. It aims to familiarize students with the assessment techniques and grading practices used in French Second Language (FSL) school contexts and to have students assess their own French proficiency and set goals for improvement.
ED 4561 / Évaluation de la compétence langagière en français / 3 ch
Ce cours examine l’évaluation au service de l’apprentissage et l’évaluation en tant qu’apprentissage reliées à la compétence orale et écrite en français. Il vise à familiariser les étudiants avec les techniques d’évaluation et de notation actuellement en cours dans le système scolaire. Les étudiants auront l’occasion d’évaluer leur propre compétence linguistique et de se fixer des objectifs pour s’améliorer.
ED 4562 / Advanced Studies in ESL Education / 3 ch
Examines communicative language teaching in the context of ESL classrooms. Emphasizes varied teaching methods, curriculum development and evaluation of second language learning. Prerequisite:ED 3561orED 3562or equivalent.
ED 4567 / Français langue seconde II – Secondaire / 3 ch
Examen en profondeur de l’enseignement du français langue seconde dans divers programmes du niveau secondaire. * Required course for secondary French second language specialists. Pre-requisite:ED 3562and a French oral proficiency certificate with a minimum level of Advanced from the New Brunswick Department of Post Secondary Education, Training and Labour.
ED 4568 / Français langue seconde I – Élémentaire / 3 ch
Examen des principes de base de la didactique du français langue seconde (FLS) à l’élémentaire ainsi que l’exploration des pratiques de l’enseignement du FLS à l’élémentaire. * A required course for elementary French second language specialists. Pre-requisite: A French oral proficiency certificate with a minimum level of Advanced from the New Brunswick Department of Post Secondary Education, Training and Labour.
ED 4569 / Français langue seconde II – Élémentaire / 3 ch
Examen en profondeur de l’enseignement du français langue seconde dans divers programmes de l’élémentaire. *A required course for elementary French second language specialists. Pre-requisite:ED 4568and a French oral proficiency certificate with a minimum level of Advanced from the New Brunswick Department of Post Secondary Education, Training and Labour.
ED 4620 / Introduction to Teaching Secondary Social Studies / 6 ch
Students will develop initial competence in select aspects of teaching secondary social studies. Prerequisite: The equivalent of an academic minor (24ch) in subjects related to social studies (eg. history, geography, political science, classics, economics, sociology, and anthropology). Prerequisite: The equivalent of an academic minor (24 ch) in subjects related to social studies (e.g. history, geography, political science, classics, economics, sociology, and anthropology). Co-requisite or prerequisite:ED 3621. Concurrent students should register for this course in the year preceding their internship.
ED 4621 / Learning to Learn about Teaching, Social Studies and Science / 3 ch