Education Admin, Fndns & Psych (EDUA)
A study of the extensive knowledge of lifespan development and its importance for adult education practitioners. With a focus on development, learning and change, emphasis is placed on the importance of context and individual differences in adult learning.
An introduction to the field of Education from a local and global perspective. Attention will be given to historical movements in adult education, philosophical perspectives, participation and motivation, transformative perspectives on adult learning, and current and future perspectives on adult education. Not to be held with EDUA 5300.
Equiv To: EDUA 5300
An introduction to the theory and practice of program planning in adult education. Attention is given to the context in which learning is to take place, the structuring of adult learning opportunities, and the logistics of successful programming.
A study of theoretical and practical aspects of facilitation in adult education.
The purpose of the course is to explore with teacher candidates the ways in which schooling and teachers work is shaped by, and shapes, particular administrative, social, political, economic, historical, legal, organizational, and professional contexts. May not be held with EDUA 2810.
Equiv To: EDUA 2810
An examination of educational ideas and practices that are often contested in the context of a diverse society. The course also focuses on understanding schooling through historical, philosophical, sociological, and cross-cultural perspectives. May not be held with EDUA 1810.
Equiv To: EDUA 1810
A study of fundamental issues, philosophies, and models of Indigenous education. Within a multi-modal and interactive setting, cultural, spiritual, social, and political perspectives regarding Indigenous education will be critically explored. May not be held with the former EDUA 1500 or the former EDUA 3400.
Equiv To: EDUA 1500, EDUA 3400
Theory and practical applications related to understanding the complexities of culture, race, ethnicity, social inequality in classrooms, focusing on Indigenous groups, immigration, and the needs of students in culturally diverse classrooms. May not be held with EDUA 1540.
Equiv To: EDUA 1540
This course provides a foundation for introducing teacher candidates to the impact of childhood trauma and the educator’s ongoing role as they support students’ academic and social- emotional development. May not be held with EDUA 3502 when titled "An Introduction to Childhood Trauma and Its Impact in the Classroom."
Mutually Exclusive: EDUA 3502
Topics will vary depending on the needs and interests of students, and will include specialized topics in educational administration and foundations.
Topics will vary depending on the needs and interested of teacher candidates, and will include specialized topics in educational psychology not studied in regular program courses.
Mutually Exclusive: EDUA 3422
Examination of the theory and practice of moral and religious education, including curricular and pedagogical issues in both humanistic and religious perspectives. May not be held with EDUA 1510.
Equiv To: EDUA 1510
Theory and practical applications are stressed in the preparation, use, and interpretation of various approaches to assessing student learning. May not be held with EDUA 1502.
Equiv To: EDUA 1502
The purpose of this course is to help teacher candidates increase their awareness, understanding and proficiency in communication and interpersonal relationships. Emphasis in this course is on the integration of theory, research and practice in the areas of communication and interpersonal relationships in schools. May not be held with EDUA 1550.
Equiv To: EDUA 1550
An examination of concepts and issues related to meeting the diverse needs of all students, including methods and resources that respond to diversity in classrooms and schools. May not be held with EDUA 2800.
Equiv To: EDUA 2800
A study of the basic concepts, tasks and processes of administration as they apply to education. Not to be held with EDUA 5011.
Equiv To: EDUA 5011
This course will involve an examination of the form, functioning and organizational aspects of schooling through the lenses of legislation, policy, and public expectations. Students will gain an understanding of The Public Schools Act and The Education Administration Act (and associated Regulations), as well as other pertinent statutes, and their individual and collective application to, and impact upon, the work of school personnel in Manitoba. May not be held for credit with EDUA 5080 where title is "Legal and Administrative Aspects of Schools for Clinicians".
Mutually Exclusive: EDUA 5080
This course focuses on the concept of educational leadership and its relevance to the organization of schooling (primarily public schooling) in Manitoba and the lives of those people (students, teachers, parents, administrators etc.) most closely associated with school. May not be held with EDUA 5080 when titled "Educational Leadership".
Mutually Exclusive: EDUA 5080
An examination of approaches to curriculum design. Influences on the design process, and aspects of implementation. Emphasis is given to teacher participation in creating curriculum. Not to be held with EDUA 5021.
Equiv To: EDUA 5021
A study of basic patterns of organization and the administrator's role in educational institutions. The focus is on decision making, communicating, planning and evaluating in educational institutions. Not to be held with EDUA 5031.
Equiv To: EDUA 5031
An examination of the administrator's relationships with other personnel in education, with emphasis on personnel policy, staff development and motivation. Not to be held with EDUA 5041.
Equiv To: EDUA 5041
An analysis of theoretical models of instruction and supervision and their application in education. Not to be held with EDUA 5061.
Equiv To: EDUA 5061
An opportunity to examine the theoretical bases for, and application of, recent or emerging developments in educational administration.
A continuation of certain topics of EDUA 5080 to extend and develop studies previously undertaken in these areas.
An analysis of issues in the administration of educational organizations. Not to be held with EDUA 5101.
Equiv To: EDUA 5101
Readings and research in selected areas of the study of education.
An opportunity to examine the theoretical bases for, and application of, recent or emerging developments in educational foundations.
An examination of educational issues and practices in other countries, especially those of the third world. Emphasis will be given to teaching and administration in developing countries.
This course explores the various historical, political, and social struggles facing lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans*, two-spirit, and queer (LGBT2Q) people in educational contexts and their communities. The course explores LGBT2Q experiences with, and concerns relating to, policy, curriculum, administration, school experience, support, pedagogy, and community organizations. Students in this course will learn strategies for making their learning environments more inclusive of gender and sexuality diversity. May not be held with EDUA 5080 when titled "LGBTQ Issues in Education & Community" or "Gender and Sexual Diversity in Education and Community."
Mutually Exclusive: EDUA 5080
Emphasis will be on the development of counselling skills such as attending and listening, reflection of content and feelings, feedback and self-disclosure, focusing and summarization. This course is evaluated on a pass/fail basis. May not to be held with EDUA 5481. While students from other departments including Psychology and Social Work can enrol in this course, priority will be given to Education students.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite or co-requisite: EDUA 5500 or EDUA 5501.
Equiv To: EDUA 5481
A field-based counselling situation for students to apply counselling skills under qualified professionals in the field, and supported by university instructors. This course is evaluated on a pass/fail basis. Enrolment limited. Not to be held with EDUA 5491.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite or co-requisite: [EDUA 5500 or EDUA 5501] and [EDUA 5480 or EDUA 5481 (P)].
Equiv To: EDUA 5491
A study of the philosophy and theories of counselling, issues in school and community-based settings. May not to be held with EDUA 5501.
Equiv To: EDUA 5501
An examination of the role and functions of the counsellor in the elementary school. Not to be held with EDUA 5511.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite or co-requisite: EDUA 5500 or EDUA 5501.
Equiv To: EDUA 5511
In this course, participants will be introduced to the Codes of Ethics for counsellors. Major ethical issues related to the following topics will be discussed: informed consent, confidentiality, record-keeping, boundary issues, training and competence, clinical supervision and multicultural and diversity issues. Participants will get an opportunity to practice various ethical decision-making models.
A study of counselling as related to secondary-school practice. Emphasis on the secondary-school counsellor's role and functions. Examination of the various counsellor services: educational, orientation, staff, etc. Not to be held with EDUA 5531.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite or co-requisite: EDUA 5500 or EDUA 5501.
Equiv To: EDUA 5531
A study of groups, group leadership and related skill development, especially as related to a counsellor's functioning in the schools and community-based settings. May not to be held with EDUA 5541.
Equiv To: EDUA 5541
A study of interpersonal relationships. A laboratory approach is used to increase the personal sensitivity of the participants to people. Particularly suitable for teachers, school administrators, and other professionals. Not to be held with EDUA 5551.
Equiv To: EDUA 5551
A study of human sexuality and family relationships. Consideration is given to research findings, teaching resources and the methods, development, and cooperation with home and community. Not to be held with EDUA 5571.
Equiv To: EDUA 5571
Study and application of theories of career development, occupational choice, and decision making; evaluation and design or self-knowledge programs in counselling for decision. Not to be held with EDUA 5581.
Equiv To: EDUA 5581
A study of work, local employment, and training; analysis of career information; evaluation and design of career resource centres; a development study of career education.
A survey course for educators interested in inclusive education- legislative, pedagogical, attitudinal and systemic barriers to inclusion and exemplary inclusive provisions are covered. Topics include SRV, the organization and implementation of inclusive classroom, school-wide, and community supports. May not be held with the former EDUA 5600 or EDUA 5601.
Equiv To: EDUA 5600, EDUA 5601
The topic of trauma and how it impacts a child’s academic and social-emotional state is a critical issue in inclusive classrooms. This course will explore the long-lasting impacts of trauma and introduce an attachment based, trauma informed intervention designed to meet the complex needs of vulnerable children in their classrooms. The course will be beneficial to classroom teachers, learning support teachers, counsellors, and administrators. May not be held with EDUA 5730 when titled "Working with Vulnerable Children: An Introduction to Trauma Care."
Mutually Exclusive: EDUA 5730
An examination of alternative and augmented communication issues, services, supports, and inclusive teaching and learning strategies.
An examination of curriculum-based and classroom-based assessment to guide the instruction of students experiencing learning or behavioral difficulties in inclusive classrooms. May not be held with the former EDUA 5630 or EDUA 5631.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Pre- or corequisites: EDUA 5602 (or the former EDUA 5600) or EDUA 5601 or equivalent.
Equiv To: EDUA 5630, EDUA 5631
An examination of the practices for supporting students from preschool until they transition into adulthood, including the nature of support services and an analysis of factors influencing program development and effectiveness. May not be held with the former EDUA 5640 or the former EDUA 5650.
Mutually Exclusive: EDUA 5640, EDUA 5650
This course will examine how FASD and other neuro-behavioural/developmental conditions are diagnosed, and their associated learning and behavioural characteristics. Theoretical academic frameworks and educational strategies to optimize students' success in the classroom also will be explored. May not be held with the former EDUA 5770.
Equiv To: EDUA 5770
A critical study of the nature of learning support and an analysis of factors influencing program development and effectiveness. May not be held with the former EDUA 5660 or EDUA 5661.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Pre- or corequisites: EDUA 5602 (or the former EDUA 5600).
Equiv To: EDUA 5660, EDUA 5661
The course is designed to provide teachers with an understanding of the needs of children who display maladaptive behaviours in a school setting. Conceptualization of behaviour disorders, identification/assessment procedures, and intervention strategies will be studied. The purpose of the course is to enable teachers to generate intervention strategies which are appropriate in an educational setting. Not to be held with EDUA 5681.
Equiv To: EDUA 5681
Students will be introduced to various topics and issues in the realm of gifted education, including theoretical models; relevant research, and appropriate teaching and assessment practices.
Directed readings and study of topics in various aspects of education from the psychological viewpoint.
An opportunity to examine the theoretical bases for, and practical application of, recent or emerging developments in this area.
Mutually Exclusive: EDUA 5614
An opportunity to examine the theoretical bases for, and practical application of, recent or emerging developments in this area.
Designed primarily, although not exclusively, for classroom teachers and school personnel. A critical examination of major theoretical foundations and models of instruction. The course aims at the integration and application of traditional and emerging approaches and strategies of classroom instruction.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: [EDUA 1800] or [PSYC 1200],or equivalent.
Equiv To: EDUA 5761
A study of scientific inquiry in the field of education. Research and statistical methods are surveyed within the context of educational research. Particularly recommended for students interested in the evaluation and application of research findings. Not to be held with EDUA 5801.
Equiv To: EDUA 5801
Particular attention is given to problems of item analysis, validity, reliability, and test evaluation in the educational setting. Norm and criterion referenced tests are considered. Not to be held with EDUA 5811.
Equiv To: EDUA 5811
The use of qualitative observation techniques, especially in educational settings, to understand children's behaviour, thinking, and motivations.
Equiv To: EDUA 5931
The focus in this course is on the role of symbolic learning in the development of the young child. A study of theories on symbol formation is intended to serve as a framework for examining the emergence of representational capacities in movement, gesture, play, drawing and three dimensional media.