Bachelor of Indigenous Education

This course develops students' proficiency in critical reading and writing through the study of a wide range of non-literary and literary texts, and the study of composition, with emphasis on connections between modes of reading and writing.

Note: Students who are planning to repeat ENGL 100 should seek academic advising before doing so.

Introductory Indigenous Educational Professional Studies. Topics include basic principles of communication skills and Indigenous pedagogical approaches.

Note: Restricted to Education students and the First Nations Language Instructors Certificate students. Credit can only be earned for one of EIND 116 or EPS 116.

This is an introductory course intended to familiarize the students with the basic concepts of arithmetic, number theory, set theory, symbolic logic, and finite mathematics. Topics include logic, sets, numeration systems, arithmetic in non-decimal systems, system of integers, elementary number theory and modular arithmetic. There will be a strong emphasis on critical thinking, problem solving, understanding concepts and their applications.

Note: Students who have received credit for any mathematical course (other than MATH 108) cannot take this class for credit, unless it is explicitly required in their program or they have received consent from the Head of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics.

This course introduces the subject of Indigenous studies with a survey of Indigenous peoples in Canada from their origins, through European influence, and to the present.
 

Note: INDG 100 and INDG 101 can be taken concurrently with permission of the department head.
 

Basic oral expression, grammar, and practice in an indigenous language. No prior knowledge of the language is assumed.

Introduction to the five disciplines of art, dance, drama, music, and literature as required areas of study in the elementary classroom as reflected in aspects of the provincial curriculum.

This course will prepare teachers to foster language development in the classroom by providing an overview of recent theory, research, and practice in language and literacy acquisition.

Note: Normally offered in fall term only.

The implications of culture and cultural change for education are examined using examples from First Nations cultures. Ways of integrating First Nations culture into classroom practice are examined.

Introduction To Indigenous Education: The focus of this course is on acquiring the knowledge and competencies of an effective Indigenous teacher. On campus labs are included.

Note: Normally Indigenous Education students only. Space permitting, others may be admitted with special permission. Students must fill out the Worker's Compensation Agreement Form. Credit can only be earned for one of EIND 100 or EPS 100.

A study of children through the preschool, elementary, and middle school years. The focus is on how students develop and learn. Emphasis is on developing observation, interaction, and mediation skills.

Please note that the French version of this course is no longer available, effective 200830.

This course develops students' proficiency in critical reading and writing through the study of a wide range of non-literary and literary texts, and the study of composition, with emphasis on connections between modes of reading and writing.

Note: Students who are planning to repeat ENGL 100 should seek academic advising before doing so.

Introductory Indigenous Educational Professional Studies. Topics include basic principles of communication skills and Indigenous pedagogical approaches.

Note: Restricted to Education students and the First Nations Language Instructors Certificate students. Credit can only be earned for one of EIND 116 or EPS 116.

This is an introductory course intended to familiarize the students with the basic concepts of arithmetic, number theory, set theory, symbolic logic, and finite mathematics. Topics include logic, sets, numeration systems, arithmetic in non-decimal systems, system of integers, elementary number theory and modular arithmetic. There will be a strong emphasis on critical thinking, problem solving, understanding concepts and their applications.

Note: Students who have received credit for any mathematical course (other than MATH 108) cannot take this class for credit, unless it is explicitly required in their program or they have received consent from the Head of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics.

This course introduces the subject of Indigenous studies with a survey of Indigenous peoples in Canada from their origins, through European influence, and to the present.
 

Note: INDG 100 and INDG 101 can be taken concurrently with permission of the department head.
 

Basic oral expression, grammar, and practice in an indigenous language. No prior knowledge of the language is assumed.

Introduction to the five disciplines of art, dance, drama, music, and literature as required areas of study in the elementary classroom as reflected in aspects of the provincial curriculum.

This course will prepare teachers to foster language development in the classroom by providing an overview of recent theory, research, and practice in language and literacy acquisition.

Note: Normally offered in fall term only.

The implications of culture and cultural change for education are examined using examples from First Nations cultures. Ways of integrating First Nations culture into classroom practice are examined.

Introduction To Indigenous Education: The focus of this course is on acquiring the knowledge and competencies of an effective Indigenous teacher. On campus labs are included.

Note: Normally Indigenous Education students only. Space permitting, others may be admitted with special permission. Students must fill out the Worker's Compensation Agreement Form. Credit can only be earned for one of EIND 100 or EPS 100.

A study of children through the preschool, elementary, and middle school years. The focus is on how students develop and learn. Emphasis is on developing observation, interaction, and mediation skills.

Please note that the French version of this course is no longer available, effective 200830.

The course will focus on Land-Based education, learning from the land and on the land. Students will learn activities and methods for teaching First Nations cultural customs and environmental studies for academic, personal, social and cultural growth.

Note: Students may only receive credit for one of ELBP 215 and EIOE 215.

This course examines the structure of mathematics and methodology related to major curriculum topics, including problem solving, rational numbers, and geometry. A critical resource-based approach will be used to enable students to become familiar with, and make wise choices about, a variety of teaching strategies and curriculum materials.

An overview of teaching methods, curriculum content and materials, and their application in elementary physical education. Appropriate use of supplies and equipment.

This course provides instruction on, and practice in, basic Indigenous pedagogical approaches. Students will develop further ability in, and understanding the roles of teachers in Indigenous contexts.

Note: Students must fill out the Worker's Compensation Agreement form. Grading mode is Pass/Fail. Credit can only be earned for one of EIND 215 or EPS 215.

An introduction to basic principles and practices in assessing learning during the early childhood, elementary and middle years. Focus will be on melding theory and practice.

Note: Normally offered in fall semester only.

Please note that the French version of this course is no longer available and will now be offered as EPSY 425, effective 200830.

Objectives, methods of teaching, curricular models, and materials in elementary school social studies. Philosophies of social studies are explored.

Introduction to methods and materials for effective health education, particularly for First Nations students. Basic health concepts are studied within the framework of the traditional First Nations philosophy of health and wellness.

The course will focus on land-based education, learning from the land and on the land. Students will learn activities and methods for teaching First Nations cultural customs and environmental studies for academic, personal, social and cultural growth.

Note: Students may only receive credit for one of ELBP 225 and EIOE 225.

Building on EIND 215, the course focuses on integrated and learner-centred instruction and the facilitation of learning in Indigenous contexts.

Note: Students must fill out the Worker's Compensation Agreement form. Grading mode is Pass/Fail. Credit can only be earned for one of EIND 225 or EPS 225.

This course prepares students to teach reading in the elementary school by developing an understanding of reading processes and current pedagogical approaches.

Philosophy, objectives, curriculum materials, structure, and teaching of elementary school science. Enquiry approach to science education.

An overview of administration in federal, provincial, and band-controlled schools with reference to constitutional, legal, and economic components.

Culturally relevant teaching methodologies for First Nations students are examined. Planning skills are developed for integration of First Nations content across the curriculum.

Lab portion for EIND 305

Classroom applications of recent theory, research, and practice in the teaching of writing for elementary pre-service teachers. Study of writers' processes and strategies through participation in a writing workshop.

This course examines the socio-historic system of racism with a focus on the Canadian Aboriginal experience. Manifestations of the different forms of racism are explored. Participants engage in a variety of activities to analyze racism and evaluate their beliefs and actions in order to promote equity and anti-racism practice.

Note: Formerly numbered HJ 306. Students may receive credit for only one of HJ 306 or JS 351

A survey of North American Indian art from prehistory to the present. Analysis of styles in their historical context, development of the specialist's vocabulary.

Contemporary and Traditional Indigenous art practices will be introduced with an emphasis on critical thinking. Indigenous practices will be contextualized alongside international and historical art, craft, criticism, and aesthetics. Discussions by artists and gallery visits will be included.

Note: Students may not receive credit for both INA 100 and ART 100

A studio course to develop awareness of the picture plane expressing traditional and contemporary themes.

Note: Students may not receive credit for both INA 220 and ART 220.

This series of courses is designated selected topics courses in Indian Art within the Department of Indigenous Languages, Arts, and Cultures.

An introduction to the study of the visual arts. Lectures focus on contemporary art practices and objects, design elements, media and methods, and the meanings and contexts that inform the making and reception of art works. This is not a studio or an art history course.

Note: Students may not receive credit for both ART 100 and INA 100.

Required of all elementary students in all programs leading to a BEd or a BEAD. Can be taken either semester although usually taken in the fall semester for a total of 16 weeks.

An introductory level course covering the principles of biology with examples taken from humans.

Note: This course is designed to apply the study of biological principles to humans. Biology majors cannot take this course for credit. Students cannot receive credit for both BIOL 140 and 150. Students who have credit for either BIOL 100 or BIOL 101 cannot subsequently receive credit for either of BIOL 140 or BIOL 150.

An introduction to organic chemistry. Organic functional groups, nomenclature, reactions and mechanisms. Lab component: Introduction to organic laboratory techniques.

The nature of the earth. Plate tectonics and the geological time scale. Earthquakes, volcanism and surface processes with reference to their effect on the human environment. Earth resources, waste disposal, and pollution in a geological context.