EDSE 445 - Outdoor Education and Children

3 units (fi 6)(SPR/SUM, 3-0-0)

This course explores interdisciplinary approaches to outdoor education for those teaching in school, recreational, and community settings. By participating in activities in a variety of outdoor settings, students will learn how to foster children's development of academic, physical, and social skills in nature. Current literature on outdoor education and Indigenous place-based learnings will be examined.

EDSE 447 - Advanced Studies in Curriculum and Teaching in Secondary School Physical Education and Wellness

6 units (fi 12)(EITHER, 3-0-3)

This course further develops Alberta's Physical Education and Wellness (PEW) teaching approaches including topics related to planning, assessment, management, and safety. Students will apply theory from respected PEW scholars and continue to develop strategies for planning a quality PEW program for diverse youth. Prerequisites: EDFX 350, EDSE 347, and 24 units in the Major subject area. Note: Successful completion of the on-campus portion of the Advanced Professional Term is required prior to being granted permission to continue into EDFX 450.

EDES 345 - Introduction to Health and Wellness Education

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

This course prepares pre-service teachers to teach students health curricular outcomes effectively in K-12 school settings. The focus will be on curriculum, strategies, planning, and resources for teaching. Students will learn through hands-on activities and demonstrate interpersonal teaching competencies in classroom settings. Pre/corequisite: EDFX 200. Note: Not open to first year students.

EDSE 347 - Introduction to Curriculum and Teaching in Secondary School Physical Education and Wellness (Major)

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 1.5-0-1.5)

This course examines Alberta's Physical Education and Wellness curriculum and integrates theory, research, and practice to help prepare students for future roles as physical education and wellness teachers. Students will learn through in-class discussions and will demonstrate interpersonal teaching competencies in a variety of teaching environments, including classroom and gymnasium settings. Corequisites: EDFX 350 and courses in the Introductory Professional Term (IPT) for the Secondary Education Route. Note: Successful completion of the on-campus portion of the IPT is required prior to being granted permission to continue into EDFX 350.

EDSE 348 - Introduction to Curriculum and Teaching in Secondary School Physical Education and Wellness (Minor)

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 1.5-0-1.5)

This course examines Alberta's Physical Education and Wellness curriculum and integrates theory, research, and practice to help prepare students for future roles as physical education and wellness teachers. Students will learn through in-class discussions and will demonstrate interpersonal teaching competencies in a variety of teaching environments, including classroom and gymnasium settings. Prerequisite: 6 units in the Minor subject area. Pre/corequisites: EDFX 200, EDU 210, and EDU 211. Note: EDSE 348 is not open to students whose Major is Physical Education.