Program Requirements
The Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) - Physical and Health Education is a 120-credit program leading to teacher certification. Students who have not completed Quebec CEGEP, French Baccalaureate, International Baccalaureate, or at least one year of university studies prior to commencing the B.Ed. must also complete a minimum of 30 credits of Freshman courses (in addition to the 120 credit program) for a total of 150 credits.
The Physical and Health Education program prepares students to teach physical and health education at the elementary and secondary levels. In a unique structure interweaving academic studies, professional course work, and teaching practices over the course of study, students are rapidly given the opportunity to assume a teaching role; the extent of teaching involvement and expectations progressively building on additional academic and professional courses.
Please note that graduates of teacher education programs are recommended by the University for Quebec certification to the Quebec Minist猫re de l'脡ducation, du Loisir et du Sport (MELS). For more information about teacher certification in Quebec, please refer to the Faculty of Education section under "Overview of Faculty Programs", "Undergraduate Education Programs", and "Quebec Teacher Certification".
Freshman Program
Freshman students are required to complete 30 credits of introductory (100- or 200-level) courses. Students will not be granted permission to take first-year (U1) courses if the credits from the Freshman year have not been obtained. For students considering a second teachable subject, the following areas are recommended: history, geography, English, or mathematics.
From the "Required Courses" list, Freshman students take the 0-credit course EDEC 215 English Language Requirement. In addition, in consultation with the Program Adviser, students may select courses from the recommended course list below or other courses.
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CEAP 250 Research Essay & Rhetoric (3 credits)
Overview
CEAP : Principles and use of academic research and genres, rhetorical strategies, and general editing skills.
Terms: Fall 2015, Winter 2016
Instructors: Barkley, Danielle; Laver, Susan Patricia; Wolfson, Sarah; Menezes, Julian; Bider, Noreen Jane (Fall) Wolfson, Sarah; Laver, Susan Patricia; Menezes, Julian; Bider, Noreen Jane (Winter)
3 hours
Formerly EAPR 250.
Restriction: Not open to students who have taken CESL 500 or ESLN 500 or EAPR 250 or EFRL 250.
Intended for native speakers of English.
Open only to students in degree programs - all years and faculties.
Entrance test: Short essay first day of classes.
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EDEC 202 Effective Communication (3 credits)
Overview
Curriculum and Instruction : Designed to improve English writing and/or speaking skills in a variety of academic and professional situations, emphasizing the identification and correction of common errors in grammar, mechanics and usage, as well as the rhetorical analysis and development of academic and professional communication.
Terms: Winter 2016
Instructors: Riches, Caroline Joan; Bryant, Katie (Winter)
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EDEM 220 Contemporary Issues in Education (3 credits)
Overview
Admin & Policy Studies in Ed : An introduction to contemporary issues in education in local, national and international contexts, including a critical perspective on educational issues by drawing on a variety of analytical frameworks.
Terms: Fall 2015
Instructors: Trimble, Lisa (Fall)
Required Courses (99 credits)
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EDEC 215 English Exam for Teacher Certification
Overview
Curriculum and Instruction : This English Exam for Teacher Certification is a MELS requirement for teaching in the Quebec English school system. Consists of a 2-hour exam designed to assess teacher candidates' competency in the language of instruction. Must be completed before the 3rd Field Experience. Students are permitted four attempts to pass. Students who do not pass after four attempts must withdraw from the teacher preparation program.
Terms: Fall 2015, Summer 2016
Instructors: Wald, Sylvie (Fall) Wald, Sylvie (Summer)
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EDEC 247 Policy Issues in Quebec Education (3 credits)
Overview
Curriculum and Instruction : This course examines the organization of education in Quebec from various perspectives, including historical, political, social and legal. It aims to provide students with sufficient knowledge that they can begin the life-long learning process of a professional educator, aware of, and contributing to, the policy talk on school.
Terms: Fall 2015, Summer 2016
Instructors: Bordonaro, Tino (Fall) Burke, Noel C (Summer)
Restriction: Not open to students who have taken EDEM 405.
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EDEC 260 Philosophical Foundations (3 credits)
Overview
Curriculum and Instruction : Ideas essential for the development of a coherent educational theory and sound professional practice. Reflections on: the nature of the person, of reality, of knowledge, and of value; the aims of education, the nature of the school and the curriculum, the roles and responsibilities of professional educators.
Terms: Fall 2015, Winter 2016
Instructors: Morris, Ronald; Zanazanian, Boghos (Fall) McDonough, Kevin Michael (Winter)
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EDFE 246 First Field Experience (Physical Education) (3 credits)
Overview
Student Teaching : A minimum of 15 days of supervised student teaching in Physical Education in an elementary school.
Terms: Summer 2016
Instructors: Benson, Fiona J (Summer)
Prerequisite: EDKP 342
Note: Expectations for this field experience, according to your program, can be found at .
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EDFE 373 Second Field Experience (Physical Education) (3 credits)
Overview
Student Teaching : A minimum of 15 days of supervised student teaching in Physical Education in a secondary school.
Terms: Summer 2016
Instructors: Benson, Fiona J (Summer)
Prerequisite: EDFE 246
Note: Expectations for this field experience, according to your program, can be found at .
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EDFE 380 Third Field Experience (Physical Education) (7 credits)
Overview
Student Teaching : A minimum of 40 days of supervised student teaching Physical Education in a school.
Terms: Fall 2015, Winter 2016
Instructors: Benson, Fiona J (Fall) Benson, Fiona J (Winter)
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EDFE 480 Fourth Field Experience (Physical Education) (7 credits)
Overview
Student Teaching : A minimum of 35 days of supervised teaching Physical Education in a school.
Terms: Fall 2015, Winter 2016
Instructors: Benson, Fiona J (Fall) Benson, Fiona J (Winter)
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EDKP 100 Introduction to Physical and Health Education in Quebec (3 credits)
Overview
Kinesiology&Physical Education : This course will place physical and health education into the Quebec context. Relationships between academic course work and physical activity course offerings will be made to clearly link research and teaching practice.
Terms: Fall 2015
Instructors: Harvey, William James; Vaillant, Johanne (Fall)
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EDKP 200 Weight Training (1 credit)
Overview
Kinesiology&Physical Education : Acquisition of skills and techniques in weight training.
Terms: Winter 2016
Instructors: Jones, Darnell (Winter)
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EDKP 204 Health Education (3 credits)
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 2015
Instructors: Bucci, Joseph (Fall)
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EDKP 208 Biomechanics and Motor Learning (3 credits)
Overview
Kinesiology&Physical Education : Nature and mechanical function of human movement in sport, dance, physical recreation and adapted movement activities.
Terms: Winter 2016
Instructors: Paquette, Caroline (Winter)
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EDKP 213 Aquatics (1 credit)
Overview
Kinesiology&Physical Education : Acquisition of skills and techniques in aquatics.
Terms: Winter 2016
Instructors: Potter, Matthew (Winter)
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EDKP 214 Basketball (2 credits)
Overview
Kinesiology&Physical Education : Acquisition of skills and techniques in basketball from a curriculum model approach.
Terms: Fall 2015, Winter 2016
Instructors: Vaillant, Johanne (Fall) Persons, Andrew (Winter)
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EDKP 215 Standard First Aid/Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation Level C
Overview
Kinesiology&Physical Education : Students are expected to take, on their own in their final year of study, Standard Level Safety First Aid/Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation Level "C" course and submit proof of certification to the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education. Anyone who fails to submit valid proof of certification will not be granted a degree.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2015-2016 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2015-2016 academic year.
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EDKP 217 Track & Field / Cross Country (2 credits)
Overview
Kinesiology&Physical Education : Skills and techniques of the various disciplines in track and field/cross country and the teaching and evaluation strategies for the elementary and secondary school levels.
Terms: Fall 2015
Instructors: Mocella, Jessica (Fall)
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EDKP 218 Volleyball (2 credits)
Overview
Kinesiology&Physical Education : Acquisition of skills and techniques in volleyball from a curriculum model approach.
Terms: Fall 2015
Instructors: Vaillant, Johanne; Beliveau, Rachele (Fall)
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EDKP 223 Games: Principles and Practice 1 (2 credits)
Overview
Kinesiology&Physical Education : Use of games as a teaching strategy to develop physical fitness, tactical understanding, technical ability, game sense and social skills. Specific connections will be made to the three competencies in the Quebec Education Program.
Terms: Fall 2015
Instructors: Mocella, Jessica (Fall)
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EDKP 225 Games: Principles and Practice 2 (2 credits)
Overview
Kinesiology&Physical Education : Examination of how to teach team sports at the secondary level, using the "Teaching Games for Understanding" approach, focusing on teaching methodology and classroom management in order to plan, deliver and assess all team sports that are part of a secondary program. Specific connections to the QEP will be made and development of a series of "Learning Evaluation Situations" applicable to various levels.
Terms: Fall 2015
Instructors: Bucci, Joseph (Fall)
Prerequisite: EDKP 223
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EDKP 231 Martial Arts (1 credit)
Overview
Kinesiology&Physical Education : Acquisition of skills and techniques in martial arts.
Terms: Winter 2016
Instructors: Lew, Ricky (Winter)
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EDKP 233 Soccer (2 credits)
Overview
Kinesiology&Physical Education : Acquisition of skills and techniques in soccer from a curriculum model approach.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2015-2016 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2015-2016 academic year.
- EDKP 252 Racquet Sports (2 credits)
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EDKP 253 Movement Education (2 credits)
Overview
Kinesiology&Physical Education : Role of human movement through gymnastics and dance in elementary education from a curriculum model approach.
Terms: Winter 2016
Instructors: Mocella, Jessica (Winter)
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EDKP 261 Motor Development (3 credits)
Overview
Kinesiology&Physical Education : Changes apparent in motor behaviour from conception to old age. Two perspectives are emphasized: 1) contemporary and historical theories of human development, 2) development of motor behaviour and influences of physical growth, sensori-perceptual development, information processing and socio-cultural factors.
Terms: Fall 2015
Instructors: Gentil, Benoit (Fall)
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EDKP 292 Nutrition and Wellness (3 credits)
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 2015
Instructors: Plourde, Hugues; Plante, Laura (Fall)
Restriction: Not open to students who have taken EDKP 392
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EDKP 293 Anatomy and Physiology (3 credits)
Overview
Kinesiology&Physical Education : Basic foundations of structural, neuromuscular and visceral anatomy extending to the basic elements of the neuromuscular, circulatory and respiratory systems with emphasis on applications in instructional and coaching settings.
Terms: Fall 2015
Instructors: Scheede, Celena (Fall)
- EDKP 307 Evaluation in Physical Education (3 credits)
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EDKP 330 Physical Activity and Health (3 credits)
Overview
Kinesiology&Physical Education : This course introduces students to literature on the role of physical activity and general health and well-being. Students will examine issues of exercise adherence, exercise prescription and the economic impact of physical fitness programs in the workplace.
Terms: Fall 2015
Instructors: Reid, Ryan (Fall)
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EDKP 342 Physical Education Methods (3 credits)
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 2016
Instructors: Harvey, William James; Bucci, Joseph (Winter)
Prerequisite: EDKP 223.
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EDKP 391 Physiology in Sport and Exercise (3 credits)
Overview
Kinesiology&Physical Education : Examination of the responses of the human body during and following acute and chronic exercise with practical applications for a school setting.
Terms: Fall 2015
Instructors: Scheede, Celena (Fall)
Prerequisite: EDKP 293 or equivalent.
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EDKP 396 Adapted Physical Activity (3 credits)
Overview
Kinesiology&Physical Education : Assessment, instruction and evaluation in physical activity for special populations. Emphasis on inclusion of people labelled intellectually disabled, learning disabled, physically awkward, autistic, visually or hearing impaired and physically disabled. Weekly lectures plus practical teaching lab.
Terms: Winter 2016
Instructors: Harvey, William James (Winter)
Restriction: Not open to students who have taken EDKP 496
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EDKP 442 Physical Education Pedagogy (3 credits)
Overview
Kinesiology&Physical Education : This pedagogy course builds on physical education methods and field experiences. It focuses on the developing teacher, the establishment of the learning environment, and the implementation of the varied teaching strategies. Principles of research on teaching in physical education are translated into practical techniques for application in the field.
Terms: Fall 2015
Instructors: Harvey, William James (Fall)
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EDKP 443 Research Methods (3 credits)
Overview
Kinesiology&Physical Education : How to conduct and understand research in physical activity, including a complete overview of the research process, statistical and measurement concepts in research, the various types of research including both quantitative and qualitative aspects, as well as ways of presenting research.
Terms: Fall 2015
Instructors: Duncan, Lindsay (Fall)
Prerequisites: PSYC 204 or equivalent.
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EDKP 448 Exercise and Health Psychology (3 credits)
Overview
Kinesiology&Physical Education : The psychological aspects of health and participation in exercise and physical activity. The application of psychological knowledge and methodology within exercise and health. Theory and evidence on selected topics in this area of study.
Terms: Winter 2016
Instructors: Sweet, Shane (Winter)
Prerequisite: EDKP 261
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EDKP 494 Physical Education Curriculum Development (3 credits)
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 Qu茅bec curriculum for Physical Education and Health.
Terms: Winter 2016
Instructors: Schaefer, Lee (Winter)
Prerequisite: EDKP 442
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EDKP 498 Sport Psychology (3 credits)
Overview
Kinesiology&Physical Education : The psychological aspects of participation in sport and physical activity relative to performance enhancement.
Terms: Fall 2015
Instructors: Bloom, Gordon (Fall)
Prerequisite: EDKP 261
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EDPE 208 Personality and Social Development (3 credits)
Overview
Ed Psych & Couns (Psychology) : Personality, social behavior, and moral development from nursery school up to, but not including, adolescence. Emphasis on aspects of personality and social development that are related to the process of schooling.
Terms: Winter 2016
Instructors: Sladeczek, Ingrid (Winter)
Restriction: Not available for Psychology Major students or any student who has taken or is required to take PSYC 304 in the Psychology Department
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EDPE 300 Educational Psychology (3 credits)
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 2015, Winter 2016
Instructors: Birlean, Camelia; Conrod, Scott; Jazvac Martek, Marian (Fall) Conrod, Scott (Winter)
Complementary Courses (6 credits)
6 credits selected as specified below:
Multicultural Education
3 credits from:
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EDEC 233 First Nations and Inuit Education (3 credits)
Overview
Curriculum and Instruction : Study of First Nations and Inuit schools as diverse social, cultural, linguistic, political and pedagogical settings. Considers school and community minority-majority interactions and their influence on teaching and learning in educational settings. Examines how a teacher's personal practice can be influenced by an understanding of these factors.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2015-2016 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2015-2016 academic year.
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EDEC 248 Multicultural Education (3 credits)
Overview
Curriculum and Instruction : Introduction to theories about intercultural and multicultural education in Quebec and Canadian schools.
Terms: Fall 2015, Winter 2016
Instructors: Ghosh, Ratna (Fall) Low, Bronwen; Zellars, Rachel (Winter)
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EDEC 249 Global Education and Social Justice (3 credits)
Overview
Curriculum and Instruction : A cross-curricular, interdisciplinary approach to teaching/creating learning experiences for students. It will foster critical thinking and nurture lifelong global understanding, active engagement and participation in relation to questions of social, economic, and environmental justice, by infusing these issues in the classroom.
Terms: Fall 2015
Instructors: Lewis, Lerona (Fall)
Media, Technology, Computers and Education
3 credits from:
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EDEC 262 Media, Technology and Education (3 credits)
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 2015, Winter 2016, Summer 2016
Instructors: Trimble, Lisa; Fullerton, Thomas James (Fall) Fullerton, Thomas James; Trimble, Lisa; DeMartini, Ashley; Milton, George (Winter) Fullerton, Thomas James (Summer)
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EDPT 200 Integrating Educational Technology in Classrooms (3 credits)
Overview
Ed Psych & Couns (Media) : The course is designed to help practicing and future teachers integrate technology (e.g. web-based resources, hypermedia, digital video) in their daily teaching practices. It is a practical, hands-on course that is grounded in constructivist learning theory. The participants will learn by engaging in authentic tasks in a project-based learning environment.
Terms: Fall 2015
Instructors: Bruzzese, Sam (Fall)
Also offered through Continuing Education and Summer Studies
Not open to students who have taken or are taking EDEC 262.
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EDPT 204 Educational Media 1 (3 credits)
Overview
Ed Psych & Couns (Media) : Educational Media 1 is the "gateway" course for educational media. It reviews audio-visual education and emphasizes the rationale for audio-visual materials in education, and the underlying principles in their design, production and effective use.
Terms: Winter 2016
Instructors: Breuleux, Alain (Winter)
Offered through Continuing Education
Restriction(s): Not open to students who have taken or are taking EDEC 262.
Electives (15 credits)
15 credits chosen from any of the University's course offerings to contribute to the student's academic proficiency and professional preparation.