Introduction to Education

3 credits · Undergraduate

This course is intended to provide students with an understanding of the basic issues facing elementary and secondary teachers in Canadian schools. The topics to be covered include social, emotional, cognitive and physical development, classroom management, social and economic issues, gender, multiculturalism, teacher characteristics, special needs, and reflective practice. It introduces students to the values, concepts, expectations, and responsibilities of classroom teachers. The course also acquaints students with the British Columbia Teachers’ Federation Guide to Professional Practice.