Department of Education
Special Education Part 1
HOPE AQ55 | Additional Qualification Course
Course Description
This course will provide an overview of various exceptionalities that may be found in classrooms across the province. Educators in this course will gain an understanding of effective teaching strategies and assessment methods used to meet individual student learning goals. Utilizing the Ontario curriculum and other Ministry of Ontario documents, educators will investigate aspects of Special Education which impact planning, delivery and evaluation of learning within the classroom. Through reflection, collaboration, discussion, and research, educators will develop a broad understanding of the IPRC process, IEP development and Transition Planning. Educators will also examine assistive technologies available to provide student success.
Delivery Format
Asynchronous Online — Instructors and students engage in the course content at different times and from different locations. Attendance at a specific time or location is not required.
Registration Information
- Deadline date: Course start date.
- Candidates can still register after the deadline, until three days after the course start date
- Course Fees: $730
- Late registration fee: $50
Instructor
Amy Gordon Instructor
Amy began teaching with Peel District School Board and transitioned to Upper Grand District School Board when she and her family moved to Orangeville, ON. Amy has spent the last 8 years teaching in an elementary Special Education classroom made up of students with a variety of exceptionalities.