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Certificate in Education for First Nations and Inuit Physical Education (60 credits)

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Offered by: 0149     Degree: Certificate in Education - First Nations and Inuit

Program Requirements

Revision, August 2013. Start of revision.

This 60-credit program provides an opportunity for Algonquin, Cree, Inuit, Mi'kmaq, Mohawk, and Naskapi people to become qualified as physical education teachers. It is offered on a part-time basis in Indigenous communities throughout Quebec in collaboration with, for example, the Cree School Board, the Kativik School Board, and various Mi'kmaq, Mohawk, and Algonquin education authorities.

Quebec graduates of this program receive the Quebec Ministère de l'Éducation, du Loisir et du Sport (MELS) certification to teach at the elementary school level in First Nations and Inuit schools.

On completion of the Certificate requirements, trainees may apply for admission to the Bachelor of Education - Kindergarten and Elementary Education - First Nations and Inuit Studies or the Bachelor of Education for Certified Teachers program with up to 30 credits Advanced Standing.

Time Limit
The time limit for completion of the 60-credit Certificate in Education for First Nations and Inuit - Physical Education is 12 years. The University reserves the right to request that a student retake a course or courses after a five-year period if it is felt that too long a break has occurred in the ongoing nature of the training.

Students who specialize in teaching physical education follow the program requirements below.

Required Courses (24 credits)

  • EDEC 203 Communication in Education (3 credits)

    Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Curriculum and Instruction : Written and oral communication in Education (in English): emphasis on strategies for identifying, analyzing and solving writing and speaking problems. Course work based on academic and professional communication in education, with a particular focus on classroom communication.

    Terms: Fall 2013, Winter 2014, Summer 2014

    Instructors: Smith, Donna Lee; Bradley, Jon G (Fall) Trimble, Lisa; Starke-Meyerring, Doreen; Warner, Michelle (Winter) Warner, Michelle (Summer)

    • Because this course uses a workshop format, attendance at first class is desirable. If appropriate, may be included in the academic concentration.

  • EDEM 202 Native Family Dynamics & Supporting Institutions (3 credits)

    Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Admin & Policy Studies in Ed : Native family dynamics and examination of educational and administrative institutions that support families.

    Terms: Winter 2014, Summer 2014

    Instructors: Aitchison, Mary (Winter) Goodleaf, Donna (Summer)

    • Restriction: Limited to students enrolled in off-campus programs delivered through First Nations and Inuit Education. Not open to students who have taken EDEM 202 and/or EDPC 208

  • EDPE 300 Educational Psychology (3 credits)

    Offered by: Educational&Counselling Psych (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Ed Psych & Couns (Psychology) : Selected theories, models, and concepts relevant to planning and reflecting upon educational practice and improvement. Overview of development, learning, thinking, motivation, individual difference, etc. In relation to applications in classroom teaching and learning, the complementary role of counsellors and psychologists, educational computing and technology. The Youth Protection Act.

    Terms: Fall 2013, Winter 2014, Summer 2014

    Instructors: Birlean, Camelia; Conrod, Scott; Appignanesi, Gus (Fall) Appignanesi, Gus (Winter) Appignanesi, Gus (Summer)

  • EDPI 341 Instruction in Inclusive Schools (3 credits)

    Offered by: Educational&Counselling Psych (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Ed Psych & Couns (Inclusive) : Developing, planning, implementing and evaluating effective learning programs for diverse learners, and consideration of their more general applicability. Adapting curriculum and instruction for learners with varying abilities, learning styles, and needs. Collaboration with students, families, and other educators (or stakeholders) in the instructional process. Application of adaptations at the classroom and school level for all students in inclusive schools.

    Terms: Fall 2013

    Instructors: Thomson, Roberta; Conrod, Scott; Finn Lefsrud, Casey; Appignanesi, Gus (Fall)

    • Restriction: Open to B.Ed. students only

    • Also offered through Continuing Education.

    • Prerequisite: EDPE 300.

12 credits of practicum courses; students specializing in Physical Education will do a minimum of 6 credits in Physical Education settings.

  • EDEC 201 First Year Professional Seminar (1 credit)

    Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Curriculum and Instruction : Orientation to the culture and community of school and to teaching as a profession. Focus on the general functioning of schools and complexity of the teacher role. Competencies and working professional portfolios will be addressed.

    Terms: Fall 2013, Summer 2014

    Instructors: Amoriggi, Helen; Benson, Fiona J; Carter, Mindy; Di Ioia, Enzo; Clarke, Ginette (Fall) Carter, Mindy; Parks, Philippa (Summer)

    • Corequisite: EDFE 200

    • Restriction: Open to B.Ed. Secondary and B.Ed. K/Elem. students only

  • EDEC 253 Second Professional Seminar (Kindergarten/Elementary) (1 credit)

    Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Curriculum and Instruction : Preparation for the second field experience through development of basic practices in planning and teaching in elementary school classrooms. Competencies and working professional portfolios will be addressed.

    Terms: Summer 2014

    Instructors: May, Beverly; Kennedy-Gaul, Marcia; Germano, Teresa; Kenworthy-Grant, Judy; Heuff-Munro, Deborah A G; Smith-Gilman, Sheryl (Summer)

  • EDFE 200 First Field Experience (K/Elem & Secondary) (2 credits)

    Offered by: Education - Dean's Office (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Student Teaching : Students are assigned to a school for a "participant observer" field experience. Students are expected to apprise themselves of Field Experience, dates, duration and responsibilities as outlined on the Office of Student Teaching website http://www.mcgill.ca/ost.

    Terms: Fall 2013, Summer 2014

    Instructors: Benson, Fiona J (Fall) Benson, Fiona J (Summer)

    • Corequisite: EDEC 201

    • Restriction: Open to B.Ed. Secondary and B.Ed. K/Elem. students

  • EDFE 256 Second Field Experience (Kindergarten/Elementary) (3 credits)

    Offered by: Education - Dean's Office (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Student Teaching : Supervised student teaching in a school. Students are expected to apprise themselves of Field Experience, dates, duration and responsibilities as outlined on the Office of Student Teaching website http://www.mcgill.ca/ost.

    Terms: Summer 2014

    Instructors: Benson, Fiona J (Summer)

    • Prerequisite: EDFE 200 or EDFE 209 or EDFE 246 or EDFE 205

    • Corequisite: EDEC 253

    • Restrictions: B.Ed. (K/Elementary) students. Not open to students who have taken EDFE 253.

    • Note: Expectations for this field experience, according to your program can be found at .

  • EDFE 300 Aboriginal Education Field Experience (5 credits)

    Offered by: Education - Dean's Office (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Student Teaching : Supervised student teaching of designated subject areas for a minimum of 35 days in an aboriginal elementary school, assuming more responsibility for student learning, classroom management, and formative and summative evaluations.

    Terms: Fall 2013

    Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2013-2014 academic year.

Complementary Courses (36 credits)

36 credits selected as described below:

6 credits from the following language courses according to language group and fluency:

Algonquin

  • EDEC 234 Algonquin Second Language 2 (3 credits)

    Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Curriculum and Instruction : Students will continue their study of Algonquin syntax and morphology and improve their literacy. Oral skills will focus on basic interactions and classroom commands. Students will become aware of the difficulties encountered in learning a second language and consider implications for their students' language learning.

    Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2013-2014 academic year.

    Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2013-2014 academic year.

  • EDEE 293 Algonquin Second Language 1 (3 credits)

    Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed (School of Continuing Studies)

    Overview

    Elementary Education : Students will develop a basic knowledge of the Algonquin phonological system and gain some understanding of the morphological and syntactic rules, the stress and intonation patterns which control the language, and how Algonquin culture is reflected in the language.

    Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2013-2014 academic year.

    Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2013-2014 academic year.

  • EDEE 294 Algonquin Language 1 (3 credits)

    Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed (School of Continuing Studies)

    Overview

    Elementary Education : Students will learn the Algonquin phonological system. They will focus on animate/inanimate and inflections for agreement, aspect, tense and number. They will analyze word generation conventions and derive Algonquin labels to describe how Algonquin operates.

    Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2013-2014 academic year.

    Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2013-2014 academic year.

  • EDEE 295 Algonquin Language 2 (3 credits)

    Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Elementary Education : Students will continue their earlier study of the language. Items dealt with will include complex tenses, complex sentence structures, e.g. conditionals, subordination, embedded structure, as well as the study of nominalizing verbs and verbalizing nouns. Importance will be placed on developing writing and reading skills.

    Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2013-2014 academic year.

    Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2013-2014 academic year.

Cree

  • EDEC 241 Cree Language 1 (3 credits)

    Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Curriculum and Instruction : Students will learn their own phonology and see how the phonological system is reflected in dialects. They will learn the spelling rules and develop their literacy skills in syllabics. Finally, they will derive Cree grammatical terms and begin to study Cree morphology and syntax.

    Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2013-2014 academic year.

    Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2013-2014 academic year.

  • EDEC 242 Cree Language 2 (3 credits)

    Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Curriculum and Instruction : Students will study the morphology and syntax analysis of Cree at a more advanced level and begin the study of word generation conventions. In addition, features of Cree that are difficult in first language acquisition will be highlighted and implications for classroom practice discussed.

    Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2013-2014 academic year.

    Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2013-2014 academic year.

Inuktitut

  • EDEE 249 Inuktitut Orthography and Grammar (3 credits)

    Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Elementary Education : Structure and morphology of Inuktitut for teachers working in that language. Use of orthography, both qaliujaaqpait (Roman script) and qaniujaaqpait (syllabics) as established by the Inuit Cultural Association.

    Terms: Winter 2014, Summer 2014

    Instructors: Inukpuk, Caroline (Winter)

    • Prerequisite: Fluency in Inuktitut

  • EDEE 342 Intermediate Inuktitut/Amerindian Language (3 credits)

    Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Elementary Education : A study for Inuktitut/Amerindian language speakers, of Inuktitut/Amerindian language phonology and structure, emphasizing the connection between the two, demonstrating the orderliness of many dialectic differences.

    Terms: Winter 2014

    Instructors: Pinguatuk, Eyuka (Winter)

Mi'kmaq

  • EDEC 237 Mi'kmaq Second Language 1 (3 credits)

    Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Curriculum and Instruction : Students will gain a basic understanding of Mi'kmaq syntax and morphology, and stress and intonation patterns of the language. Students will develop literacy and learn what makes Mi'kmaq distinctive as well as how the culture is reflected in the language.

    Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2013-2014 academic year.

    Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2013-2014 academic year.

  • EDEC 238 Mi'kmaq Second Language 2 (3 credits)

    Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Curriculum and Instruction : Students will continue their study of Mi'kmaq syntax and morphology and improve their literacy. Oral skills will focus on basic interactions and classroom commands. Students will discuss the difficulties encountered in learning a second language and consider implications for their students' language learning.

    Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2013-2014 academic year.

    Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2013-2014 academic year.

  • EDEC 239 Mi'kmaq Language 1 (3 credits)

    Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Curriculum and Instruction : Students will learn the phonological system and develop their literacy skills. They will also begin to explore Mi'kmaq syntax and morphology. Word generation conventions will be introduced and Mi'kmaq labels developed to describe how the language functions.

    Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2013-2014 academic year.

    Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2013-2014 academic year.

  • EDEC 240 Mi'kmaq Language 2 (3 credits)

    Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Curriculum and Instruction : Students will continue their syntactical and morphological analysis of Mi'kmaq and further develop their reading and writing skills. Features of Mi'kmaq that are difficult for second language learners will be highlighted and implications for classroom practice discussed.

    Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2013-2014 academic year.

    Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2013-2014 academic year.

Mohawk

  • EDEC 236 Mohawk Second Language 2 (3 credits)

    Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Curriculum and Instruction : Students will continue their study of Mohawk syntax and morphology and improve their literacy. Oral skills will focus on basic interactions and classroom commands. Students will discuss the difficulties encountered in learning a second language and consider implications for their students' language learning.

    Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2013-2014 academic year.

    Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2013-2014 academic year.

  • EDEE 296 Mohawk Second Language 1 (3 credits)

    Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed (School of Continuing Studies)

    Overview

    Elementary Education : Students will develop a basic knowledge of the Mohawk phonological system and have some understanding of the morphological and syntactic rules, the stress and intonation patterns which control the language, and how Mohawk culture is reflected in the language.

    Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2013-2014 academic year.

    Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2013-2014 academic year.

  • EDEE 297 Mohawk Language 1 (3 credits)

    Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed (School of Continuing Studies)

    Overview

    Elementary Education : Students will learn the Mohawk phonological system (including glottal stop, length mark, up and down stress). Syntactically and morphologically, they will focus on the pronoun system (tense included). Word generation conventions will be analyzed and Mohawk labels developed to describe how the language functions.

    Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2013-2014 academic year.

    Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2013-2014 academic year.

  • EDEE 298 Mohawk Language 2 (3 credits)

    Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Elementary Education : Students will complete their earlier study of the predictable items in the language, and then will focus on the non-predictable items in Mohawk: irregular verbs, reflexive and semi-reflexive verbs, purposive stem, translocative, etc. Importance will be placed on developing reading and writing skills.

    Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2013-2014 academic year.

    Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2013-2014 academic year.

Naskapi

  • EDEC 227 Naskapi Language 1 (3 credits)

    Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Curriculum and Instruction : The phonological system, including syntax and morphology. Word generation conventions will be analyzed and labels will be developed to describe how the language functions.

    Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2013-2014 academic year.

    Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2013-2014 academic year.

  • EDEC 228 Naskapi Language 2 (3 credits)

    Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Curriculum and Instruction : The morphology and syntax analysis of Naskapi at a more advanced level, including the study of word generation conventions. Importance will be placed on developing reading and writing skills.

    Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2013-2014 academic year.

    Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2013-2014 academic year.

24 credits from the following:

In order to ensure appropriate choices, students select from the complementary list in consultation with the Program Adviser.

  • EDEC 243 Teaching: Multigrade Classrooms (3 credits)

    Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Curriculum and Instruction : This course introduces students to concepts and strategies for organizing, teaching, and evaluating learning in classes in which there are students from two, three or four grade levels.

    Terms: Summer 2014

    Instructors: Macarthur, Judith (Summer)

  • EDEC 262 Media, Technology and Education (3 credits)

    Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Curriculum and Instruction : Orientation to the equipment and systems of educational technology. Examination of theories of educational technology, media education and technology education and the exploration and development of possible applications in school settings.

    Terms: Fall 2013, Winter 2014

    Instructors: Milton, George; Fullerton, Thomas James (Fall) Trimble, Lisa; Carter, Mindy; Fullerton, Thomas James; Milton, George (Winter)

    • Restriction: Not open to students who have taken EDEC 402. Students who have taken or are taking EDPT 200 or EDPT 204 cannot take this couse for credit.

  • EDEE 223 Language Arts (3 credits)

    Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Elementary Education : This course will explore the current research and theory of language learning and the practices which provide meaningful language experiences in the context of the pre-school and elementary classroom.

    Terms: Winter 2014, Summer 2014

    Instructors: Bennett, Melanie; Pasquin, Lesley; May, Beverly (Winter) Matt, Betsy (Summer)

  • EDEE 245 Orientation to Education (3 credits)

    Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Elementary Education : The First Nations or Inuit classroom as a unique pedagogical setting. Introduction to planning and maintaining a learning environment for First Nations or Inuit children. Study and application of differential learning styles.

    Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2013-2014 academic year.

    Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2013-2014 academic year.

  • EDKP 204 Health Education (3 credits)

    Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Kinesiology&Physical Education : A study of the teacher's role in the total school health program at both elementary and high school levels; current issues in contemporary health education.

    Terms: Fall 2013, Summer 2014

    Instructors: Bush, Paula Louise (Fall) Vaillant, Johanne (Summer)

  • EDKP 224 Foundations of Movement Education (3 credits)

    Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Kinesiology&Physical Education : This course is designed for the elementary school classroom teacher. It will include the study of basic movement education concepts, principles of movement and the role of movement education in the life of the developing child.

    Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2013-2014 academic year.

    Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2013-2014 academic year.

    • Restriction: Not open to P.E. Majors

  • EDKP 241 Aboriginal Physical Activities (3 credits)

    Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Kinesiology&Physical Education : This course is designed to prepare students to teach physical recreation activities of their Aboriginal culture. The course will include native games, stunts, combatives, gymnastics and dance activities belonging in the cultural context.

    Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2013-2014 academic year.

    Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2013-2014 academic year.

    • Restriction: Open only to students in the Certificate in Education for First Nations and Inuit

  • EDKP 292 Nutrition and Wellness (3 credits)

    Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Kinesiology&Physical Education : This course will examine the role of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals and water in a balanced diet. Students will be introduced to the affects of nutrition on exercise, sport performance and wellness. The validity of claims concerning nutrient supplements will be studied.

    Terms: Fall 2013

    Instructors: Plourde, Hugues; Ong, Angel (Fall)

    • Restriction: Not open to students who have taken EDKP 392

  • EDKP 307 Evaluation in Physical Education (3 credits)

    Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Kinesiology&Physical Education : Measurement and evaluation techniques designed to assess progress in physical education settings.

    Terms: Winter 2014

    Instructors: Vaillant, Johanne (Winter)

    • Prerequisite: EDFE 246

    • Restriction: Not open to students who have taken EDKP 207

  • EDKP 342 Physical Education Methods (3 credits)

    Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Kinesiology&Physical Education : This course is a prerequisite for all field experience and practice.) Designed to prepare students for a teaching/leadership role in physical education. They will examine teaching/leadership effectiveness as it relates to organization and observation techniques, planning, instruction and evaluation of physical activity.

    Terms: Winter 2014

    Instructors: Harvey, William James; Cicchillitti, Michael (Winter)

  • EDKP 494 Physical Education Curriculum Development (3 credits)

    Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed (Faculty of Education)

    Overview

    Kinesiology&Physical Education : Analysis of important philosophies, principles, and personal, educational, and societal issues that influence current physical and health education curricula with particular emphasis on the Québec curriculum for Physical Education and Health.

    Terms: Winter 2014

    Instructors: Garcia Bengoechea, Enrique (Winter)

6 credits from the following Physical Education courses:

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