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This course explores the philosophical/epistemological underpinnings of selected research frameworks as well as relevant qualitative methodologies within the specializations in Educational Policy Studies. Students may receive credit for only one of EDAL 611, EDPS 611 and EDPS 681.
Effective: 2026-05-01 EDPS 681 - Research Frameworks and Qualitative Methodologies
This course explores the philosophical/epistemological underpinnings of selected research frameworks as well as relevant qualitative methodologies within the specializations in Educational Policy Studies. Students may receive credit for only one of EDAL 611, EDPS 611 and EDPS 681.
Extends opportunities for advanced study in adult learning, focusing upon social learning and responsibility. Participants will explore situative and socio-cultural understandings of the learning process from different theoretical perspectives, and apply these to contexts of adult learning in formal settings, community action, and workplace organization. Prerequisite: EDPS 521 or equivalent or consent of program.
May contain alternative delivery sections; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations section of the Calendar.
Effective: 2026-05-01 EDPS 900 - Directed Research Project
May contain alternative delivery sections; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations section of the Calendar.
EDPY 301 - Introduction to Inclusive Education: Adapting Classroom Instruction for Students with Special Needs
View Available ClassesThis course provides an introduction to teaching students with diverse learning support needs within the inclusive education context. Course content focuses on adapting classroom instruction and classroom environments to enhance learning for all students. May contain alternative delivery sections; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations section of the Calendar.
Effective: 2026-05-01 EDPY 301 - Introduction to Inclusive Education: Adapting Classroom Instruction for Students with Special Needs
This course provides an introduction to teaching students with diverse learning support needs within the inclusive education context. Course content focuses on adapting classroom instruction and classroom environments to enhance learning for all students. May contain alternative delivery sections; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations section of the Calendar.
Effective: 2026-09-01 EDPY 301 - Introduction to Inclusive Education: Adapting Classroom Instruction for Students with Special Needs
This course provides an introduction to teaching students with diverse learning support needs within the inclusive education context. Course content focuses on adapting classroom instruction and classroom environments to enhance learning for all students. For Elementary Education Route students: Corequisite: EDFX 425. For Secondary Education Route students: Pre/corequisite: EDFX 200. May contain alternative delivery sections; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations section of the Calendar.
This course will include theoretical and practical aspects of physical, cognitive, social and emotional development and learning during the period from infancy to adolescence (0-19 years). Prerequisite EDU 100 or pre/corequisite EDFX 200 (After Degree students). This course may not be taken for credit if credit for PSYCH 223, 323 or, 327 is already awarded. May contain alternative delivery sections; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations section of the Calendar.
Effective: 2026-05-01 EDPY 302 - Learning and Development from Infancy to Adolescence
This course will include theoretical and practical aspects of physical, cognitive, social and emotional development and learning during the period from infancy to adolescence (0-19 years). Prerequisite EDU 100 or pre/corequisite EDFX 200 (After Degree students). This course may not be taken for credit if credit for PSYCH 223, 323 or, 327 is already awarded. May contain alternative delivery sections; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations section of the Calendar.
Effective: 2026-09-01 EDPY 302 - Learning and Development from Infancy to Adolescence
This course will include theoretical and practical aspects of physical, cognitive, social and emotional development and learning during the period from infancy to adolescence (0-19 years). Pre/corequisite: EDU 100 or EDFX 200 (After Degree students). Note: this course may not be taken for credit if credit for PSYCH 223, PSYCH 323 or PSYCH 327 is already awarded. May contain alternative delivery sections; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations section of the Calendar.
This course will introduce students to the complexity of classroom assessment as a means of supporting and measuring student learning. The intent of this course is to develop an understanding of important concepts and issues in the evaluation of a learner's knowledge and skills, and to develop competence in constructing instruments and processes to evaluate learner performance. May contain alternative delivery sections; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations section of the Calendar. For Elementary Route Students: Prerequisites: EDU 100/300, EDU 210, EDU 211, and EDPY 302; Pre/corequisites: EDEL 305, EDEL 316, and courses in the Introductory Professional Term (IPT), including EDFX 325. For Secondary Route Students: Prerequisites: 9 units in the Major subject area, EDU 100/300, EDU 210, EDU 211, and EDPY 304; Corequisites: courses in the Introductory Professional Term (IPT), including EDFX 350.
Effective: 2026-05-01 EDPY 303 - Educational Assessment
This course will introduce students to the complexity of classroom assessment as a means of supporting and measuring student learning. The intent of this course is to develop an understanding of important concepts and issues in the evaluation of a learner's knowledge and skills, and to develop competence in constructing instruments and processes to evaluate learner performance. May contain alternative delivery sections; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations section of the Calendar. For Elementary Route Students: Prerequisites: EDU 100/300, EDU 210, EDU 211, and EDPY 302; Pre/corequisites: EDEL 305, EDEL 316, and courses in the Introductory Professional Term (IPT), including EDFX 325. For Secondary Route Students: Prerequisites: 9 units in the Major subject area, EDU 100/300, EDU 210, EDU 211, and EDPY 304; Corequisites: courses in the Introductory Professional Term (IPT), including EDFX 350.
Effective: 2026-09-01 EDPY 303 - Educational Assessment
This course will introduce students to the complexity of classroom assessment as a means of supporting and measuring student learning. The intent of this course is to develop an understanding of important concepts and issues in the evaluation of a learner's knowledge and skills, and to develop competence in constructing instruments and processes to evaluate learner performance. May contain alternative delivery sections; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations section of the Calendar. For Elementary Education Route students: Corequisites: EDFX 325 and courses in the Introductory Professional Term (IPT). For Secondary Education Route students: Corequisites: EDFX 350 and courses in the Introductory Professional Term (IPT). Note: Successful completion of the on-campus portion of the IPT is required prior to being granted permission to continue into EDFX 325 or EDFX 350.
This course will include theories of development and learning, sociocultural influences on development and learning, and contexts of identity and health of adolescents. Prerequisite EDU 100 or pre/corequisite EDU 300 (After Degree students). Students may not receive credit for both EDPY 304 and EDPY 404. This course may not be taken for credit if credit for PSYCH 327 or PSYCH 223 is already awarded. May contain alternative delivery sections; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations section of the Calendar.
Effective: 2026-05-01 EDPY 304 - Adolescent Development and Learning
This course will include theories of development and learning, sociocultural influences on development and learning, and contexts of identity and health of adolescents. Prerequisite EDU 100 or pre/corequisite EDU 300 (After Degree students). Students may not receive credit for both EDPY 304 and EDPY 404. This course may not be taken for credit if credit for PSYCH 327 or PSYCH 223 is already awarded. May contain alternative delivery sections; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations section of the Calendar.
EDPY 401 - Assessment and Instruction of Students with Special Education Needs
View Available ClassesThis course focuses on assessment, individualized program planning, and adapting instruction for students with special needs in the inclusive education context. Emphasis is placed on evidence-based instructional approaches for adapting instruction, and the importance of collaboration and consultation among stakeholders in meeting the needs of students who require special education services and supports.
Effective: 2026-05-01 EDPY 401 - Assessment and Instruction of Students with Special Education Needs
This course focuses on assessment, individualized program planning, and adapting instruction for students with special needs in the inclusive education context. Emphasis is placed on evidence-based instructional approaches for adapting instruction, and the importance of collaboration and consultation among stakeholders in meeting the needs of students who require special education services and supports.
Basic strategies for adapting instruction to accommodate ESL learners in their classes. Second language literacy, content-based instruction, and assessment will be covered. Not open to EDPY TESL Diploma or Master's students.
Effective: 2026-05-01 EDPY 413 - Principles and Practice in Teaching ESL Learners
Basic strategies for adapting instruction to accommodate ESL learners in their classes. Second language literacy, content-based instruction, and assessment will be covered. Not open to EDPY TESL Diploma or Master's students.
Focuses on principles of language learning, language learners, and learning contexts. Pre-/corequisite: LING 101.
Effective: 2026-05-01 EDPY 416 - Introduction to the Teaching of English as a Second Language
Focuses on principles of language learning, language learners, and learning contexts. Pre/corequisite: LING 101.
The aim of this course is to develop students' explicit knowledge of English grammar, which provides the conceptual basis for grammar instruction. Emphasis will be placed on developing students' ability to provide explanations of the most important grammar rules for English as an additional language (EAL) and to design grammar focused activities. Prerequisite: LING 101 or
Effective: 2026-05-01 EDPY 417 - Grammar of English for Teachers of EAL Learners
The aim of this course is to develop students' explicit knowledge of English grammar, which provides the conceptual basis for grammar instruction. Emphasis will be placed on developing students' ability to provide explanations of the most important grammar rules for English as an additional language (EAL) and to design grammar focused activities. Prerequisite: LING 101.
EDPY 418 - Methodology in the Teaching of English as a Second Language to Adults
View Available ClassesStudents will learn how to respond to adult ESL students' learning needs using current ESL teaching principles and techniques, design lesson plans, evaluate resources, and assess learner progress. Prerequisites: EDPY 416.
Effective: 2026-05-01 EDPY 418 - Methodology in the Teaching of English as a Second Language to Adults
Students will learn how to respond to adult ESL students' learning needs using current ESL teaching principles and techniques, design lesson plans, evaluate resources, and assess learner progress. Prerequisites: EDPY 416.
This practicum is designed to provide EDPY TESL Diploma students with an opportunity to observe and teach in an established ESL program for adults. Restricted to EDPY TESL Diploma students. Other students require consent of the Department.
Effective: 2026-09-01 EDPY 419 - TESL Supervised Practicum
This practicum is designed to provide EDPY TESL Diploma students with an opportunity to observe and teach in an established ESL program for adults. Restricted to EDPY TESL Diploma students. Other students require consent of the Faculty.
Provides an overview of the field of Counselling Psychology, including its theoretical foundations, applications, and counselling skills. Prerequisite: EDPY 302 or 304, or equivalent.
Effective: 2026-05-01 EDPY 442 - Introduction to Counselling
Provides an overview of the field of Counselling Psychology, including its theoretical foundations, applications, and counselling skills. Prerequisite: EDPY 302 or 304, or equivalent.
Effective: 2026-09-01 EDPY 442 - Introduction to Counselling
Provides an overview of the field of Counselling Psychology, including its theoretical foundations, applications, and counselling skills. Prerequisite: EDPY 302 or equivalent.
Focuses on the theory, research, and practice of hope within classroom, counselling, and related professional settings. Addresses the impact of hope in individual, relational, and institutional contexts and explores current research in the area of hope enhancement.
Effective: 2026-05-01 EDPY 446 - Hope and the Helping Relationship
Focuses on the theory, research, and practice of hope within classroom, counselling, and related professional settings. Addresses the impact of hope in individual, relational, and institutional contexts and explores current research in the area of hope enhancement.
This course focuses on understanding and managing the challenging behaviours of children and adolescents with emotional and behavioural problems in schools. Note: Students may not receive credit for both EDPY 454 and EDPSY 307 or EDPSY 357. May contain alternative delivery sections; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations section of the Calendar.
Effective: 2026-05-01 EDPY 454 - Teaching Students with Challenging Behaviours
This course focuses on understanding and managing the challenging behaviours of children and adolescents with emotional and behavioural problems in schools. Note: Students may not receive credit for both EDPY 454 and EDPSY 307 or EDPSY 357. May contain alternative delivery sections; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations section of the Calendar.
EDPY 458 - Assessment and Programming for Children with a Specific Reading Disability
View Available ClassesIntent is to (a) provide students with a theoretical understanding of specific reading disabilities, (b) introduce students to widely used assessment tools and the interpretation of assessment results, and (c) develop competence in designing and implementing successful instructional programs for students with specific reading disabilities.
Effective: 2026-05-01 EDPY 458 - Assessment and Programming for Children with a Specific Reading Disability
Intent is to (a) provide students with a theoretical understanding of specific reading disabilities, (b) introduce students to widely used assessment tools and the interpretation of assessment results, and (c) develop competence in designing and implementing successful instructional programs for students with specific reading disabilities.
This course provides a general understanding of the development and education of deaf and hard of hearing children highlighting the impact that deafness has upon both the process and products of language development. Students may not receive credit for both EDPY 470 and EDPSY 449.
Effective: 2026-05-01 EDPY 470 - Deaf Education: An Introduction and Survey
This course provides a general understanding of the development and education of deaf and hard of hearing children highlighting the impact that deafness has upon both the process and products of language development. Students may not receive credit for both EDPY 470 and EDPSY 449.
Provides an overview to the study of child language development and an introduction to educational considerations in teaching students with language or communication disorders. Students may not receive credit for both EDPY 472 and EDPSY 450.
Effective: 2026-05-01 EDPY 472 - Introduction to Language Development
Provides an overview to the study of child language development and an introduction to educational considerations in teaching students with language or communication disorders. Students may not receive credit for both EDPY 472 and EDPSY 450.
This is a practical course to develop basic skills in American Sign Language. Students may not receive credit for both EDPY 474 and EDPSY 451. Not to be taken by students with credit in ASL 111.
Effective: 2026-09-01 EDPY 491 - Special Topics in Educational Psychology
Content varies from year to year. Topics announced prior to registration period. The student's transcript carries a title descriptive of content. May be repeated when course content differs.
Effective: 2026-09-01 EDPY 492 - Guided Individual Study in Educational Psychology
Students will develop and complete an individual study plan under the guidance of an instructor. Prerequisite: consent of the Faculty.
Content varies from year to year. Topics announced prior to registration period. The student's transcript carries a title descriptive of content. May be repeated.
Effective: 2026-05-01 EDPY 497 - Special Topics in Educational Psychology
Content varies from year to year. Topics announced prior to registration period. The student's transcript carries a title descriptive of content. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: consent of Department.
May contain alternative delivery sections; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations section of the Calendar.
This course introduces students to fundamental concepts, principles, and techniques employed in educational and psychological research. Priority given to graduate students in Educational Psychology.
The purpose of this course is to present students with a variety of educational data mining techniques, with an emphasis on conceptual understanding and applications. Students will also learn how to implement these techniques with statistical software such as R or Python. This course is open to graduate students across the campus, with priority given to the Faculty of Education graduate students.
An introduction to the theoretical perspectives, principles, processes, and methods of qualitative research. Prerequisite: EDPY 501 or equivalent.
This course aims to help students develop an understanding of basic survey research methods, particularly those that apply to research practices in education, psychology, and social sciences. In addition, the course provides a practical understanding of survey data analysis and reporting.
This course will focus on the analysis of data from experiments and surveys using the analysis of variance. Students will develop knowledge of and skills in understanding the underlying statistical models, matching statistical models to research designs, using computer software to conduct appropriate statistical analyses, and interpreting and reporting findings.
This course provides an overview of key topics in machine learning and broader issues in this domain. It builds on the research literature on machine learning as well as on the principles of constructivism (i.e., learning by doing). The course employs a combination of hands-on in-class activities, presentations, and discussions about readings and algorithms. It also provides an overview and practice of the R and Python programming languages that will be used to exemplify fundamental machine learning techniques. This course is open to graduate students across the campus, with priority given to the Faculty of Education graduate students.
This course will introduce students to the concepts and procedures required to develop, administer, and use educational and psychological assessments. Emphasis will be placed on the foundational concepts related to reliability and validity.
This course is concerned with aspects of human learning, cognition, and the practical application of these theories and methods within education.
This course includes a synopsis of theories and principles of second language learning, a historical overview of second language teaching, and an examination of cognitive and affective factors affecting learners' acquisition. Features of the learning context will also be discussed. Priority given to EDPY TESL Diploma, MEd, and PhD students. Students from other programs require consent of the TESL program. Students cannot receive credit for both EDPY 416 and EDPY 516.
Emphasis is on understanding child and adolescent development from the combined perspectives of research, theory and practical experience. Stages through to emerging adulthood will be studied. Intended for both masters and doctoral level students. Practitioners or theoreticians from related disciplines are welcome.
Theory, principles, and practice of psychological assessment. Students will gain clinical experience in working with individuals referred for psychological assessment. Prerequisites: EDPY 507 or equivalent and EDPY 521 or equivalent. Registration is restricted to School and Clinical Child Psychology and Counselling Psychology students. Students may not receive credit for both EDPY 518 and EDPY 545. Requires payment of additional student instructional support fees. Refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations section of the Calendar.
EDPY 519 - Assessment for Effective Intervention: School and Clinical Applications
View Available ClassesTheory and principles of psychological assessment in school and clinical settings with an emphasis on informing evidence-based interventions. Students will also expand their knowledge of special populations within the context of psychoeducational assessment. Prerequisite: EDPY 518, EDPY 527. Registration is restricted to School and Clinical Child Psychology students. Students may not receive credit for both EDPY 519 and EDPY 545.
This practicum provides supervised applied experience in both assessment and intervention with a focus on working with children and adolescents. Restricted to students enrolled in the School and Clinical Child Psychology or Counselling Psychology programs. Prerequisites: EDPY 507, EDPY 518 and EDPY 536 or equivalents. Co-requisite: EDPY 519 or equivalent.
This course deals with psychological and psycho-educational assessment and covers the basic principles and skills needed to administer and interpret standardized measures of cognitive abilities and academic achievement. Restricted to students enrolled in the School and Clinical Child Psychology or Counselling Psychology programs. Requires payment of additional student instructional support fees. Refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations section of the Calendar.
The course is intended to introduce students to the specialization of school and clinical child psychology. Topics discussed in this course include the history of school and clinical child psychology, exploration of professional identity, examination of foundational and functional competencies of practice and research, consideration of unique ethical issues in child psychology, and implementation of an evidence based practice approach. Restricted to students enrolled in the School and Clinical Child Psychology program.
Using psychological theory as a framework, in this course, students explore the effects of technology on the cognitive processing, emotional responses and social interactions of learners across different types of technology, different ages of learners and different learning contexts. The course begins with an overview of key psychological theories then examines each type of technology from a psychological standpoint. This course focuses on the psychological impact of technology on learners, rather than how to use, design or produce educational technology.
This course will examine lifespan career development as a dynamic and holistic enterprise. Topics include theories and techniques of career development, assessment, work-life issues, career-life decision-making and life transitions, with a focus on the practice of career counselling for diverse populations. Restricted to students in the School Counselling, Counselling Psychology, and School and Clinical Child Psychology Master's and Doctoral Programs. Students from other programs require consent of the Counselling Psychology program.
This course provides an introduction to academic, behavioural, social, emotional, and counselling intervention with a particular focus on their application to school and clinical settings for use with children and adolescents. Restricted to students enrolled in the School and Clinical Child Psychology or Counselling Psychology programs. Prerequisites: EDPY 507 and EDPY 536 or equivalents.
The course takes a developmental psychological approach to understanding psychological practice and interventions with children and adolescents. Prerequisite: EDPY 527 or equivalent.
This course focuses on assessment of commonly encountered mental disorders across the life span based on the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. The course covers interview-based assessment, diagnostic screening inventories, clinical observation, cross-informant data collection, differential diagnosis, and the role of cultural factors in the assessment and case conceptualization process. Restricted to students in the Counselling Psychology Program. Course pre-requisites: EDPY 533 and EDPY 534 or equivalent. Students in the School and Clinical Child Psychology Master's or Doctoral Program or other Graduate Programs may take this course with consent of the course instructor if they are deemed to possess adequate background preparation and knowledge.
This course introduces the major theories used in counselling/psychotherapy. Priority given to students enrolled in the School and Clinical Child Psychology or Counselling Psychology programs.
This course introduces major theories used in counselling psychology and focuses on the development of foundational skills, knowledge, and attitudes for clinical practice with diverse populations and issues. The course includes both in-class components and a Master's-level practicum. Restricted to students enrolled in the Counselling Psychology program.
EDPY 534 - Foundations of Counselling Psychology: Theory and Clinical Practice II
View Available ClassesThis course is a continuation of EDPY 533. Restricted to students enrolled in the Counselling Psychology program. Prerequisite: EDPY 533.
This course provides an integrative survey of foundational knowledge, theories, and research on learning and development across the lifespan, covering life stages/transitions and normal and atypical cognitive, perceptual, language, social, emotional, and personality development, with an emphasis on their relation to education. Restricted to course-based MEd students in School Counselling. Students in other graduate programs in the Faculty of Education and Open Studies students may take this course with consent of the department if space permits.
Effective: 2026-05-01 EDPY 535 - Learning and Human Development
This course provides an integrative survey of foundational knowledge, theories, and research on learning and development across the lifespan, covering life stages/transitions and normal and atypical cognitive, perceptual, language, social, emotional, and personality development, with an emphasis on their relation to education. Restricted to course-based MEd students in School Counselling. Students in other graduate programs in the Faculty of Education and Open Studies students may take this course with consent of the department if space permits.
This course is designed to increase knowledge of ethical, legal, and professional standards of psychological practice. Priority given to students enrolled in the School and Clinical Child Psychology or Counselling Psychology programs. Students from other programs require consent of the Counselling Psychology program.
This course provides an understanding of essential communication, relationship building, interview, and counselling skills for school counselors, integrating theory and practice in implementing interventions and providing skill practice opportunities. Restricted to course-based MEd students in School Counselling. Students will not receive credit for both EDPY 597 Basic Skills, Issues, and Attitudes in School Counselling and EDPY 537.
This course is designed to develop an understanding of group theory and process and to acquire skills needed in leading a counselling group. Prerequisites or corequisites: EDPY 533 and 534. Restricted to students in the Counselling Psychology program. Students from other programs require consent of the Counselling Psychology program.
This practicum provides supervised applied experience in psychological assessment of children, adolescents and / or adults. Restricted to students enrolled in the Counselling Psychology program. Students in the School and Clinical Child Psychology Program may take this course with consent of the instructor. Prerequisites: EDPY 521, EDPY 530 & EDPY 536 or equivalents.
Designed to establish a theoretical and practical understanding of the factors that influence the nature and effectiveness of the cross-cultural counselling process. Includes multicultural counselling competencies, ethics in cross-cultural counselling interactions, models of racial and cultural identity development, multicultural assessment procedures, and culture-specific (emic) and universal (etic) helping styles. Priority given to students enrolled in the Counselling Psychology and School and Clinical Child Psychology Programs. Students from other programs require consent of the Counselling Psychology program.
This course focuses on basic psychological testing and assessment skills such as behavioural observation, clinical interviewing, and individual and group testing.
Effective: 2026-05-01 EDPY 544 - Principles of Psychological Testing and Assessment
This course focuses on basic psychological testing and assessment skills such as behavioural observation, clinical interviewing, and individual and group testing.
Focuses on the theory, research, and practice of hope within classroom, counselling, and related professional settings. Addresses the impact of hope in individual, relational, and institutional contexts and explores current research in the area of hope enhancement.
This course focuses on theories and practical skill development related to group facilitation, including group formation, dynamics, norms, stages, and processes, with an emphasis on the use of groups with children and adolescents in school settings. Restricted to course-based MEd students in School Counselling. Students in other graduate programs in the Faculty of Education and Open Studies students may take this course with consent of the program if space permits.
Practicum course consists of a supervised school counselling field placement as well as a clinic-based instructional seminar that focuses on professional and clinical issues related to the practicum experience. Restricted to students enrolled in the School Counselling program.
Effective: 2026-09-01 EDPY 550A - School Counselling Practicum
Practicum course consists of a supervised school counselling field placement as well as a clinic-based instructional seminar that focuses on professional and clinical issues related to the practicum experience. Restricted to students enrolled in the School Counselling program.
Practicum course consists of a supervised school counselling field placement as well as a clinic-based instructional seminar that focuses on professional and clinical issues related to the practicum experience. Restricted to students enrolled in the School Counselling program.
Effective: 2026-09-01 EDPY 550B - School Counselling Practicum
Practicum course consists of a supervised school counselling field placement as well as a clinic-based instructional seminar that focuses on professional and clinical issues related to the practicum experience. Restricted to students enrolled in the School Counselling program.
EDPY 551 - Counselling Children and Adolescents: Theory and Practice in Clinical and School Settings
This course examines therapeutic approaches for working with children and adolescents in clinical and school settings. The course emphasizes methods of integrating and applying systemic, developmental, and individual theories to assessment and intervention with children, adolescents, and their families. Restricted to course-based MEd students in School Counselling. Students in other Counselling Psychology and School and Clinical Child Psychology Master's and Doctoral Programs may take this course with consent of the program.
This course will provide an overview of learning and perceptual processes and current empirically based assessment and intervention supports relevant to autism.
This course provides an understanding of child language development, theories, and the relationship between oral language ability, reading, spelling and writing. Restricted to course- based MEd Special Education Cohort students. EDPY 553 is the third course in the prescribed sequence. Prerequisite or co-requisite: EDPY 501
This course provides an understanding of child language development, theories, and the relationship between oral language ability, reading, spelling and writing. Restricted to course- based MEd Special Education Cohort students. EDPY 553 is the third course in the prescribed sequence. Prerequisite or co-requisite: EDPY 501
This course provides an understanding of child language development, theories, and the relationship between oral language ability, reading, spelling and writing. Restricted to course- based MEd Special Education Cohort students. EDPY 553 is the third course in the prescribed sequence. Prerequisite or co-requisite: EDPY 501
This course provides students with an understanding of reading disabilities, introduces them to relevant assessment tools, and examines how to design and implement successful interventions for students with reading disabilities.
EDPY 556 - Issues and Trends in Special Education: Prevalence of Exceptionalities and Professional Practice
View Available ClassesAspects of theory, research and professional practice within the field of special education will be examined in this class. All special needs and developmental disorders are considered, particularly in the realm of theory/practice relationships. Such issues as program evaluation, integration, personnel preparation, and the identification of special needs will be considered. Validity of current practices and beliefs will be addressed through reviews of research, theory, and legislation/policy and the relationship between these areas and professional practice. EDPY 556 is the first course in the prescribed sequence for the Special Education Cohort students.
Contemporary research and applications regarding children exhibiting exceptionalities are reviewed from the perspectives of current research paradigms and methods. Students apply these qualitative and quantitative models of exploration and knowledge development in terms of better informed practice and more adequate theory development. Pre/corequisite: EDPY 501 or equivalent.
Students will learn how to respond to adult ESL/EAL students' learning needs using current English language teaching principles and techniques, design lesson plans, evaluate resources, and assess learner progress. Priority given to EDPY TESL Diploma, MEd, and PhD students. Students from other programs require consent of the TESL program. Students cannot receive credit for both EDPY 418 and EDPY 568.
Acquaints students with a wide variety of CALL opportunities available for the English as a Second Language (ESL) classroom, presents guidelines for evaluating CALL resources, and provides a framework for the effective integration of CALL into ESL curricula. Basic familiarity with the computer and the Internet is required. Priority given to TESL Diploma, MEd and PhD students. Students from other programs require consent of the TESL program.
This practicum is designed to provide EDPY TESL Master's students with an opportunity to observe and teach in an established ESL program for adults. Restricted to EDPY TESL Master's students.
This course provides an understanding of word reading development and difficulties from the cognitive and educational psychology point of views. Restricted to course-based MEd Special Education Cohort students. EDPY 577 is the fourth course in the prescribed sequence. Prerequisite or co-requisite: EDPY 553.
This course will provide an overview of the theory and practice of teaching English for Academic Purposes to advanced proficiency English as a second language students.
This course focuses on current theories of reading comprehension, and the cognitive and language underpinnings of reading comprehension difficulties. Restricted to course-based MEd Special Education Cohort students. EDPY 580 is the 5th course in the prescribed sequence. Prerequisite: EDPY 577.