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This is an introductory macroeconomics course. Students will study measures of macroeconomic activity, growth in the economy and the government's role in stabilizing the economy.
This course introduces students to the principlesthat are essential to an understanding ofcontemporary macroeconomics issues. Emphasis isplaced on the use of economic models to analyzeeconomic developments accurately and objectively.Students examine unemployment, inflation, andeconomic growth; as well, they evaluategovernment's use of fiscal and monetary policy todeal with these problems.
This course introduces the student to theprinciples that are essential to an understanding of contemporary microeconomic issues. Emphasis is placed on the use of economic models to analyze economic developments accurately and objectively. Students will examine the role of prices and competitive markets in the allocation of resources, firm behaviour and market structures; as well, they will...
Within this course students are provided practical insight on key adult learning theories. Students examine the characteristics of adult learners that affect learning, explore the emotional, cognitive, social and physical aspects of learning, study a variety of learning cycles, and identify their own preferred learning style. Finally, this course introduces strategies and models of facilitation to...
There are many effective ways for adult learners to experience course content and gain new found subject knowledge. In today's complex learning environment, the most successful instructors demonstrate instructional strategies that both respect and challenge adult learners. Through lectures, discussion (synchronous and asynchronous) and various assignments, participants will explore a wide variety...
This course will provide participants with the opportunity to acquire the skills and knowledge todevelop a systematic approach to curriculum development based on a training/education model. Curriculum development includes needs assessment, learning outcomes, course outlines, lesson plans with an introduction to choosing instructional techniques and developing a marking system to evaluate...
The Risky Play & Safety in Outdoor Education micro-credential will provide students with the necessary knowledge, skills, and experiences to initiate and develop an outdoor education program that supports risky play, self-regulation and safety among children. This micro-credential will explore the education theories of risky play and self-regulation, while also providing the skills necessary to...
The Outdoor Classroom micro-credential will provide students with the necessary knowledge and skills to initiate and design an outdoor classroom for children. The micro-credential will explore experiential education theories and hands-on methodologies. Curriculum topics will include, outdoor education pedagogy, loose parts and natural materials, designing an outdoor classroom, etc. Learning...
In this five-hour micro-credential on Instructional Design - Overview, students will learn what instructional design is and the impact it has on a student's learning. The content will also provide a brief overview of the other Instructional Design micro-credentials in this series including; Learning Theories in Online Education, Instructional Design for Online Course Development, Digital Pedagogy...
The Kindergarten Part 2 (AQ) course uses a critical lens to explore, apply and deepen your knowledge of The Kindergarten Program and a play based pedagogy. You will build on your professional practice by engaging in relevant and contextual activities that deepen your understanding of Kindergarten best practices. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with fellow passionate educators, explore...