Quality Education

ECE 435 - Curricular Implications of Play

Play and its contribution to development and learning; practical application of play theory in experiential learning situations.
***Prerequisite: ECE 200 or ECE 325***

ECE 445 - Introduction to Preschool Settings

This course considers the child, the adult, the preschool environment, and the broader socio-cultural contexts of preschool programs. There will be an emphasis on knowledge and experience of the complex interactions of the components which comprise developmentally appropriate preschool settings.
***Prerequisite: ECE 200 or ECE 325***

ECE 455 - Trauma Informed Practice for Educators and the Helping Professions

This course explains the impact of trauma on learning and development. It will help educators and those in the helping professions work with regulating emotions, executive functions, understand and work with aggression, dissociation, and withdrawal. Making school environments trauma sensitive helps remove trauma as a barrier to learning and development.

ECE 465 - Approaches to Art and Play Therapy for Educators and the Helping Professions

Introduces educators and the helping professions to the foundations of art and play therapy. Exploration in how to create safety and containment, develop the therapeutic relationship, empathic listening and reflecting, and being present for self and another. Examine diversity issues in art and play therapy. Learn how to adapt an art and play therapy approach that augments the practice of educators and those working in the helping professions.

ECON 900 - Research Project in Applied Economics

The student will conduct a faculty-supervised research project, typically involving empirical work or critical analysis of an applied economic problem. The student will be required to present preliminary work and the final project at department seminars. The project will be presented and evaluated according to Faculty of Graduate Studies procedures.

ECON 901 - Thesis Research

Thesis research.

ECS 101 - Education for Justice: Knowledge, Schooling and Society

The course provides an introduction to the foundations of teaching, including politics of education, ethical relationality, teacher identity and professionalism, conceptions of learners and learning, and teaching for justice, equality and equity.
*Note: Required classroom based placement of one half day per week for 4 weeks.*
*Note: Students may only receive credit for one of ECS 101 and ECS 100.*

ECS 102 - Education for Justice: Self and Other

With a vision for social change and moving towards truth and reconciliation, students will examine issues related to eco-justice, multilingualism, racism, sexism, heteronormativity, and ableism in ways that challenge how they have come to view the world and better equip them, as future educators, to help children and youth engage with the precarity and complexity of our shared lives.
*Note: Students may only receive credit for one of ECS 102 and ECS 110.*

ECS 200 - Constructions of the Student, the Learner and the School

The child, adolescent, adult, student, learner and school are all social constructions: beliefs about people and public institutions which have varied through history, and which are still influenced by a range of theories and perspectives. This course critically examines those constructions over time.
***Prerequisite: ECS 101 and ECS 102***

ECS 203 - Curriculum and Pedagogy 1

This course is intended to establish both a theoretical base for students to work from and the beginnings of understanding how theory and practice in teaching are linked. As such, this course introduces students to ‘big ideas’ in curriculum theory, walking through these ideas both philosophically and in historical context. While taking up these ideas, students will also have opportunity to see how these theories might be embodied in classroom practices.
***Prerequisite: ECS 101.***
*Note: Students may only receive credit for one of ECS 203 and ECS 210.*

ECS 301 - Pedagogy: Theory and Practices – Pre-K to Grade 8 (Elementary and Middle Years)

In this course pre-service teachers discuss, plan and implement a variety of learning experiences for students. They investigate the complexities of teaching, learning and assessment from different perspectives; deconstruct normalcy and diversity; examine SchoolPLUS and the legal and institutional aspects of education, and use instructional technologies.
***Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Elementary Program pre-internship*** *Note: In order to pass ECS 301 a student must also pass EFLD 310 for Pre K-5 students and EFLD 317 for Middle Years students*

ECS 303 - Curriculum and Pedagogy 2

This course is intended to develop teacher candidates understanding of learners, learning, and teaching by drawing on various theoretical understandings of education for social and ecological justice. This course makes explicit the philosophical underpinnings of pedagogy, and the link between curriculum theory and practice.
***Prerequisite: Completion of 51 credit hours including ECS 101, ECS 102, and ECS 203. Concurrent enrolment permitted in ECS 203.***
*Note: Required classroom based placement of one day per week for 8 weeks.*
*Note: Students may only receive credit for one of ECS 303, or ECS 300 and EFLD 310, or ECS 311 and EFLD 317.*

ECS 310 - Interprofessional Experiences in Teaching (Secondary Program)

This course introduces students to their role in making professional choices about teaching and learning in holistic and integrative ways. Students will continue to critique practices, policies and institutions related to schooling, continue to develop their understanding of the role of law and ethics in education and identify conceptual models and practice skills related to interprofessional collaboration.
***Prerequisite: ECS 303***

ECS 350 - Pedagogy: Theory and Practices ll (Secondary Program)

This course continues the work begun in ECS 300. Prospective teachers will confront more complicated and complex issues as they plan, deliver and assess sophisticated instructional strategies in high school classrooms. This course will invoke all they have learned in prior ECS and subject area courses as part of their personal development into competent and socially aware beginning teaches.
***Prerequisite: ECS 300***
*Note: In order to pass ECS 350, a student must also pass the pre-internship field component*
*Note: Restricted to Bachelor of Education students*

ECS 400 - Contemporary Perspectives and Challenges in Education

An exploration of current theories and practices in education through critical examination of the beliefs, values and assumptions behind notions of best practice, developmentally appropriate practice and other discourses that influence education. Students will draw upon their own internship experiences to critically (in)form their reflective explorations. *** Prerequisite: Successful completion of EFLD 407 or 411. ***

ECS 401 - Critical Perspectives of Assessment

Assessment and evaluation are complex, highly politicized and often divisive issues within and beyond the educational sphere. This course will enable pre-service teachers to explore and critically examine assessment methods/practices and the philosophies and policies, which inform them, reconceptualizing assessment as a transformative pedagogical act.
*Note: Students may only receive credit for one of ECS 401 and ECS 410.*

ECS 450 - Community of Practice: Integrating Theory and Practice

This class is designed to augment students’ internship experiences. Students will have an opportunity to explore problems of practice as they arise in the field in a collaborative learning community. Topics may include mental health, differentiated instruction, classroom management, and other student-identified areas.
***Co-requisite: EFLD 401 or EFLD 406 ***
*Note: In order to pass ECS 450 a student must also pass EFLD 401 or EFLD 406*

ECS 495 - Curriculum and Pedagogy: Teaching in Saskatchewan

Designed to examine curriculum and instructional methods, topics explored in this course include generic and subject-specific instructional strategies for K-12, knowledge of the historic and current context of Saskatchewan education (including curriculum documents), and developmentally appropriate and culturally responsive pedagogy, with a particular focus on Indigenous education in the province.

ECS 498 - ECS Independent Study l

Course reserved for independent study or special project.

ECS 499 - ECS Independent Study ll

Course reserved for independent study or special project in the student's field of special interest in education.

ECSF 100 - L'école et la société : connaissances et savoirs

Ce cours propose des questions liées aux « connaissances » et « savoirs » associés à l'éducation en situations linguistiques minoritaires. Les étudiant.es auront à contempler la production du pouvoir et du savoir en milieux éducatifs contemporains. Ce cours sert d'amorce au développement des subjectivités professionnelles et linguistiques. Ce cours exige 4 x 3.5 heures de stage en milieu scolaire.
***Préalable : Être admis.e au programme de première année du Bac ou avec la permission du Bac.***
*Les étudiant.es doivent remplir le formulaire d'entente de la Commission des accidents de travail.*
*N.B.: Ce cours est limité aux étudiants de la Faculté d'éducation.*

ECSF 110 - Le je et l'autre en éducation

Ce cours contribue à la construction identitaire des enseignant.es en formation (situations linguistiques minoritaires) en abordant des sujets tels que la négociation des identités, les discours de cultures, de différence et de l'éducation anti-oppressive. Le cours porte un regard particulier sur des enjeux sociolinguistiques contemporains de la dualité linguistique canadienne.
*** Préalable : ECSF 100 ou avec la permission du Bac. ***

ECSF 210 - Les Programmes d’études en tant que pratique culturelle et sociale

Dans ce cours, les étudiants développeront leur compréhension de l’éducation et des programmes d’études/curriculum en tant que pratique sociale et culturelle. Le cours explore les croisements des différences socioéconomiques, politiques, culturelles, géographiques, religieuse, de genre et d’orientation sexuelle dans les pratiques éducatives et dans les programmes d’études formels: élaborés et enseignés. Les étudiants examineront également comment les différentes identités des enseignants, des administrateurs et des apprenants sont formées par ces pratiques. L’accent est mis sur les programmes d’études élaborés pour les élèves francophones et les élèves dans le programme d’immersion française en Saskatchewan.
***Prealable: ECSF 100 and ECSF 110***
*Mot: Les étudiants ne peuvent recevoir de crédits que pour un seul des trois cours suivants: ECS 210 ou ECSF 210.*

ECSF 317 - Constructions de la personne comme apprenant

Ce cours explore des théories et des discours tant historiques que psychologiques et sociologiques portant sur le développement humain. Il permet aux étudiant.es de comprendre comment les sens donnés aux notions construites d'élève, d'apprenante, d'enfant et d'adolescente varient dans le temps et selon les circonstances.
*** Préalable : Être en troisième année du Bac, accepté.e au BEAD ou avec la permission du Bac. ***

ECSF 402 - Enseignement des Traités en classe

Ce cours fournira un portrait historique des Traités en Saskatchewan et de leurs liens avec les programmes d’études de la Saskatchewan. Le cours offrira des idées pratiques sur la manière d’honorer l’esprit des Traités en milieu éducatif dans les contextes particuliers de l’enseignement en français en Saskatchewan.

ED 215 - Integrative Experiences in Elementary Education: Part I

This course provides information and skills related to pertinent issues in field experiences, and guided reflection intended to help students see these experiences in social and cultural context.
*** Prerequisite: Admission to elementary pre-internship. ***
*** Corequisite: EPS 215 and field experience. ***
* Note: Pass/fail grade. Normally offered in fall only. *

ED 225 - Integrative Experiences in Elementary Education: Part II

This course follows and builds upon the experience of ED 215, continuing to provide information and skills related to the field experience; and providing more seminar time for guided reflection. The course will allow students to situate critical incidents within their field experiences within a cultural context.
*** Prerequisite: Continuing status in elementary pre-internship. ***
*** Corequisite: EPS 225 and field experience. ***
* Note: Pass/fail grade. Normally offered in winter only. *

ED 350 - Integrative Experiences in Secondary Education

This course provides experiences that allow the pre-Intern to integrate theories and approaches to teaching in the secondary school through practical experiences.
***Prerequisite: Admission to secondary pre-internship. EPS 350 or EIND 305. Concurrent enrolment is allowed.***
*Note: Pass/fail grade. Normally offered in winter only.*

ED 800 - Intro to Education Research

Introduction to educational research with an emphasis on reading research and understanding the research process. Topics include the nature of research, current issues in educational research, a variety of basic types of research and research designs, the literature review, critical reading of and interpreting of various types of research.

ED 801 - Educ Stats & Research Design

An introduction to experimental design and to the statistical analysis of data in educational research and experiments. Topics include a review of common research designs and their underlying assumptions, hypothesis testing, parametric and non-parametric tests of significance, the analysis of variance and methods of correlation. Also a brief introduction to the use of the computer in data analysis.

ED 810 - Qual Approaches Ed Research

This course provides a survey of current qualitative methodologies as they are used in research in educational contexts. The focus of the course is on methodologies related to situational/contextual approaches and critical/action research approaches.

ED 815 - Action Res: Theory & Practice

Action research is the study of educational practice in order to improve and understand that practice better. This course will introduce action research from various theoretical perspectives, including critical theory, hermeneutics, and postmodernism. Students will develop action research projects in the contexts of their own educational experiences.

ED 816 - Narrative Inquiry in Ed. Res.

This course examines the roots of narrative inquiry in education, explores various approaches to narrative inquiry, and presents its theoretical and practical constructs and contexts. Critiques of narrative research in education will be discussed. Participants will write and share their own narratives of teaching and learning.
*Note: Students may receive credit for one of ED 890GX, ED 816, or ED 890FU.*

ED 817 - Research Methods with Indigenous Peoples

This course, through readings and discussion, will examine issues and research methods particular to research with Indigenous peoples including ethical considerations and protocols. Students will examine the developing paradigm in Indigenous research and explore research methodologies proposed by Indigenous researchers.

ED 870AE - Multimedia and Curriculum

Experimental course: This course will explore an Multimedia technology and how it can be effectively and appropriately integrated into the Saskatchewan curriculum.

ED 870AG - Leadership and Administration of Instructional Technology within Education

The course will examine planning and administration for technology based learning and teaching. Emphasis will be on planning, organizational and social issues rather than technical implementation. * Note: Web delivered class sections may be subject to an additional $50.00 material fee *

ED 870AK - Leadership of Community Schools

The course would provide an overview of community education, its principles and best practices, issues and challenges with specific emphasis on leadership issues in a Saskatchewan educational, social and cultural context.

ED 870AL - Sustaining Well-being Through Health, Outdoor and Physical Education (HOPE)

The course is designed to address sustainability of well-being as it impacts teaching and learning. Students will learn to consider the various unique and appropriate educative environments that reinforce and heighten awareness of the importance of sustaining well-being through experiential, interdisciplinary and multi-sensory knowledge.

ED 870AM - Teaching and Learning in Higher Education

This graduate course is for Masters and PhD students in any discipline who are thinking of pursuing a career in academia. This course explores the theories and practices of teaching and learning in higher education by focussing on learning theory, reflective practice, action research and the scholarship of teaching. Principles of adult learning and assessment of prior learning will be applied.

ED 870AN - Creativitiy and the Learning Process

This course will examine the nature of creativity; concepts of creative thinking and creative behaviours; problems, cultural differences, identification, special topics, and educating for creative production.

ED 870AO - Social Justice/Globalisation

Explores the research and classroom practice of themes within International Development including health and nutrition, basic education, child protection, gender equality, infrastructure services, human rights, democracy and good governance, citizenship, private sector development, and environment; considers the implications of integrating these themes into the mainstream curriculum.

ED 870AQ - Neuropsychological Foundations

The course will survey topics in human neuropsychology. Classes will focus on introductory issues such as Physiology of the brain, brain-behaviour relations and classes of psychotropic medications. In the latter part of the course, student presentations will focus on current issues in the field.

ED 870AR - Culturally relevant pedagogy: Effective teaching practice for Aboriginal students

This course examines culturally relevant pedagogy for Aboriginal students in relation to theories of decolonization. Participants engage in activities and discussions of readings to analyse effective teaching practices and to reflect on their own professional beliefs and actions in order to advance the theory and practice of Aboriginal education.

ED 870AS - Community, Sustainability and Education

This course outlines a curricular process of identifying an issue of sustainability and developing a proposal for taking action within a community to address the issue. Sustainability includes the economic, social, environmental and political aspects of community life. Systemic barriers to creating sustainable communities will also be investigated.

ED 870AT - An Introduction to Human Resource Management in Education

Provides a theoretical overview of Human Resource Management (HRM) issues increasingly faced by educational administrators. The course will focus upon strategic HRM practices within the PreK-12 educational system, their impact upon the workplace and school environment, and will consider the implications of societal modernization and change.

ED 870AU - Integration of Indigenous Knowledge into School Curricula and Educational

Through readings, interaction with cultural experts, and discussion students will examine oral and written forms of Indigenous knowledge. Students will apply learnings of Indigenous knowledge systems to the integration of Aboriginal content and perspectives into school curricula and educational practice.

ED 870AV - Indigenous Epistemology: Traditional Knowledge Systems

This course takes place in a cultural camp setting where students will interact with Elders and cultural experts to explore different forms and systems of Indigenous knowledge. Students will practice Indigenous ways of being, learning, and teaching, and compare their learning with the research.

ED 870AY - Pedagogy and Catholic Schools

For teachers/administrators or those preparing for these vocations in Catholic Schools, this course is about pedagogy as developed in the teaching and tradition of the Catholic Church and about the role of the Catholic educator's spirituality and philosophy in developing curriculum and Catholic culture.

ED 870AZ - Indigenous Qualitative Research Methodologies

This course offers a new research paradigm of qualitative Indigenous methodologies that includes examining current issues in educational research, research design, data collection, and qualitative analysis. Topics include research ethics, community-based, participatory and Indigenous research approaches and instruction in engaging in research that is relevant, respectful, reciprocal and responsible.

ED 870BA - Indigenous Statistics

This course introduces students to statistical research design, data collection, and analysis using new paradigms of Indigenous quantitative methods. Topics include Indigenous quantitative research designs, ethics, hypothesis testing, tests of significance, analysis of variance, and correlation. Examples of how to navigate between quantitative rigour and community-based partnerships are provided.

ED 870BB - Art Practice-based Research: A/r/tography

This course situates a/r/tography within other arts-based educational research approaches. It offers an intensive study in practice-based research focusing on continuities between embodied practices of teaching and learning. This is an approach to research that is attentive to the sensory, tactile and unsaid aspects of artist-teacher lives.

ED 870FM - Exploring the role of visual and critical literacy in reading comprehension

This course explores the role of visual literacy as a component of reading comprehension where visual literacy is seen to be an aspect of both critical and multiliteracies. Visual, critical and multiliteracies will be explored from both theoretical and empirical perspectives.

ED 890AE - Theories Class Manage & Dis

An indepth examination of various management and disciplinary theory and how they directly related to and fit with educational curriculum

ED 890AM - Issues in Music Educ

Research Techniques - Adminsitration and delivery of music programs from other provinces, curriculum designs, comprehensive musicianship.

ED 890AV - Readings: Exper & Environ

This course is intended to provide a comprehensive and critical analysis of the research literature in the fields of experimental and environmental education.

ED 890BR - Science Educ: Indigenous

Review literature which examines science education in indigenous contexts in K-12 classrooms. Examination of examples of indigenous science eduation literature.

ED 890CP - Issues in Aboriginal Schooling

Develop a clearer understanding of issues facing schools and school systems serving Aboriginal populations.

ED 890CZ - What is a Man: The Social Construction of Masculinity

Focus in the field of gender studies, and focus on comparing and contrasting the essentialist and constructivist views of "manhood" and masculinity as it is experienced, as it is "performed" and as it has been historically understood.

ED 890DE - Story-Telling Research Method

This course will trace the historical path of phenomenology, and how story-telling came to be accepted as a research method, including an exploration of oral and Indigenous story-telling.

ED 890DJ - Crit Lit & Crit Pedagogy

This course will provide an introduction to critical educational theory, through selected readings in critical pedagogy & critical literacy. It will focus on studies in critical literacy teaching.

ED 890DK - Resilience

A conceptual and critical analysis of resilience and its place in day to day classroom life. Particular attention will be paid to how current research re-structures pedagogical and community practise, theory/practice connections are emphasized.

ED 890DL - Zero & Conc. Development

Historical perspectives on the development of the concept zero; its role in mathematics; how students perceive zero; how teachers develop the concept of zero; resource approaches to the concept of zero.

ED 890DM - Canadian and International Lit

A critical review of Canadian and International literature and research as it relates to assessment of the literacy and programming needs of the intellectually disabled adult population in the Regina area.

ED 890DN - Instruc Design Online Courses

Online courses provide opportunities for new approaches to instructional design of teaching/learning environments. During this course, social systems and complexity theories provides the framework for these new approaches that can be described as 'non-linear', interactive, minimalist and constructivist.

ED 890DO - Tech in Curriculum Contexts

The purpose of the class is to explore a variety of technologies (ex: Smart Board) to determine the functionality and viability of these technologies in curriculum contexts in school classrooms. Different technologies will be explored, research articles will be read & discussed.

ED 890DP - Hermeneutics in Educ Res

This course is intended to provide a comprehensive and critical analysis of the research literature in the field of hermeneutics as applied to education research. Broad based initial exploration will be followed by focused readings on theoretical and methodological issues that underlie this field.

ED 890DQ - Res School Policies

This course is a detailed examination of how Canadian educational law impacts dormitory policies and procedures in residential schools. The research will include a review of relevant literature (theory) and an analysis of the current accommodation policies used by the administration at several dormitory schools (practice).

ED 890DR - Educational Leadership

The primary focus of this course will be an examination of different styles of leadership, with particular emphasis on the importance of nurturing and building of relationships with colleagues, support staff and students to achieve positive, successful results in schools.

ED 890DS - Inter-Institutional Collab

This class will focus on inter-institutional collaboration, that is the nature of collaboration that exists and/or is possible between the post secondary institutions in Saskatchewan. The student will explore philosophical underpinnings of collaboration and consider and critique theoretical frameworks that enable productive collaboration.

ED 890DT - Mentoring on Teach Retention

The growing concern of new teachers leaving the profession has resulted in many school divisions implementing mentoring programs. This class will examine the effectiveness of mentoring programs, as they relate to teacher retention, and offer suggestions for improvement.

ED 890DU - Self-Study in Educ

This course serves as an in-depth review of literature and an application of techniques within the self-study genre of qualitative inquiry.

ED 890DV - Music on Intell & Behaviour

Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences, Using music with students with behavioural issues (e.g. students diagnosed with ADHD, Music and its relationship to IQ.

ED 890DW - Drama, Culture and Language: An Exploration of Current Theory and Thought

This independent study course will enable the student to explore recent and classic theoretical and practical readings in the field of drama education that relate practice to cultural issues and language learning.

ED 890DX - Advantage of Using Digital Whiteboards in the Classroom

Study will focus on the pedagogical advantage of using Digital Whiteboard technology in the classroom. Learning theories that embrace the use of this technology will be explored, as will teaching approaches or strategies that best facilitate using this technology in pedagogically appropriate ways.

ED 890DY - Power, Discourse and Identity

As a prolegomenon to research into how teachers might problematize subjectifying power relations and discursive structures rather than simply submitting to them, the course will explore inter-related notions of power relations and discursive construction of teacher identity.

ED 890DZ - The Administration of Education on a Hutterite Colony

A study of educational administration on a Hutterite colony, the student's experiences teaching/administering there. Sharing this with other educators in a tour setting.

ED 890EA - The Pedagogical Implications of Concept of Beauty: Theory and Practice

This reading course will focus upon an examination of prominent philosophers, educators and aestheticians in their articulation of beauty. Major themes drawn from this review will be used to consider the impact of an understanding of beauty on the process and practice of teaching and learning.

ED 890EC - Understanding the Importance of Student Leadership in Developing Wellness

Explore student leadership as a vital component within existing physical activity and wellness programs. Determine other aspects of existing wellness programs that ensure their success. This exploration will include provincial curricula. Provide recommendations for future programs geared toward changing the behaviors of youth to be more physically active and wellness centered.

ED 890ED - Critical Race Theories and Formation of the Racial Subject

Using theories of critical and post stuctural analysis, the course examines historical, biological, sociological, and ideological constructions of the concept of race. Attention will be paid to the effects of colonization, patriarchy, and class division on the making of the racial subject.

ED 890EE - Educational Change in Public Schools

An examination of various approaches to educational planning in public schools.

ED 890EF - Provoking Feminist Ethics

A conceptual review of feminist ethics and its role in interpersonal and intrapersonal realms of everyday life in the school. Particular attention will be paid toward current research and scholarly writing restructure pedagogical and administration practices. Theory/practice connections are emphasized.

ED 890EG - History of Ideas in Education

Educational practices in Ancient Greece and the Middle Ages.

ED 890EH - Counselling with Children and Adolescents

This course focuses on counselling children and adolescents using a strengths based perspective within a school context. Theory/practice linkages will be emphasized.

ED 890EI - Mathematics Curriculum Theory and/into Practice

This course studies mathematics educational theory and/into practice issues. The course consists of reading and critiquing research literature in mathematics education, primarily within postmodern and socio-cultural theoretical frameworks. Students then translate this theory into the practice of designing modules for the teaching and learning of selected mathematics curriculum topics.

ED 890EJ - Four Approaches to Research in Literacy Education

This course focuses on theory and example studies from four popular approaches to research in literacy education: narrative, critical discourse analysis, autobiography and ethnography. Theories of truth and knowledge inherent each approach will be compared and contrasted. Two example studies from each category will also be subjected to comparative analysis.

ED 890EK - Education and Social Justice for Gay and Lesbian Youth

Students will explore issues on understanding homophobia and becoming an ally to gay and lesbian youth in the classroom, in the school, and in the institutions of education.

ED 890EL - Religion, Public Education and the Charter

This course examines the relationship between religion, education and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. The two aims of the class are: To review Supreme Court of Canada cases and to analyze/synthesize the pedagogical and philosophical implications of such decisions.

ED 890EM - Impact and Origins of Standardized Tests in Canada

Exploration of research into the influences of standardized testing on students' lives and the ethical, socio-political forces at play.

ED 890EN - Theory & Practice of Gender Issues in a Crosscultural Context

This course will be taught from a critical and post-structural approach, which examines intersections of gendered identity production, inlcuding race, class, educations standing, and sexual orientation. This is a survey course, examining classical feminist texts as well as more recent issues in feminist philosophy practice.

ED 890EO - Teaching for Social Justice in the Primary Classroom

This course centers on the work of teachers who are creating transformative curricula and instructional methods for use in their K to 3 classrooms; and includes guidelines for constructing interdisciplinary critical literacy units with encourage children to use reading and writing to influence the world around them.

ED 890EP - The Evolution Of Complexity Theory In Education

This directed study is an exploration of the nature of cognition, its biological roots in the work of Humberto Maturana and Francisco Varela, the evolution of this foundation in the work of enactivism (Varela, Thomspon and Roch), and recent extension of this work in the nature of cognition and complexity in Education (Brent Davis and Denis Sumara). Throughout this directed reading course we will be asking the questions, "What is learning?" "What is knowledge?" "What does it mean to know something?" taking into consideration the course readings.

ED 890EQ - History of Educational Philosophy

Ideas in Education: Judaism, Plato, Russell, Heidegger, Sartre

ED 890ER - A perspective of Reality

Review concepts and ideas related to perception of images based on direct experience with an art product. Berger's Ways of Seeing, Marcum's After the Information Age, Maurer and Hillman's Reading Images, Viewing Texts and Messaris and Humphreys' Transformations in Human Communication will form the basis of the research papaer and discussion.

ED 890ES - Arts Educ Issues & Ideas

This course is designed as an examination of narrative approaches to research in education as they relate to arts education practice in the high school setting.

ED 890ET - Viewing Women and Girls Through a Poststructural Frame

We will investigate the construction of genedered identities of women and girls using a poststructural frame. Particular attention will be paid to the writings of Foucault for an analysis of how power is organized across institutional settings including schools and the workplace.

ED 890EU - Parenting a child with a disability: The impact on parents and families

This course will involve a review of the pertinent literature regarding the parenting of a child with a disability. Further, this course will involve a review of the research methods that are relevant to studies within this topic area.

ED 890EV - Theories of Culture and Education

Modern and postmodern ideas of culture and society form educational theory and practice. This class explores those theories.

ED 890EW - Investigations and implications for seeking meaning in Aboriginal Education Policy

This independent reading class will examine themes associated with First Nations and Metis Education Policy Development. The student will examine historical and contemporary literature in this regard. The purpose of this class is uncover meaning making in regard to "Aboriginal Education" and the implications for this meaning on policy development in an urban educational environment. The student will consider systemic barriers to institutional change; and will utilize feminist, anti-oppressive and/or indigenous critique to pose a model for organizational change.

ED 890EX - Women and Abuse in the Workplace

This course will examine the abuse, both physical and emotional, of women in the workplace from several contrasting theoretical perspectives (liberal humanist, critical Marxist, and feminist postructuralist among them). Assignments will pay special attention to the phenomenon of women abusing women, in a variety of workplace settings.

ED 890EY - Examination of Chaos/Complexity Theory, Policy Archeology and Discourse Analysis

The student will investigate three disparate epistemological and methodological approaches: Chaos/Complexity Theory, Policy Archeology, and Discourse Analysis. By the end of the term the student will have a better understanding of the relationship between these areas of study and his own research into interinstitutional collaboration.

ED 890EZ - Study of Issues in Human Development in a Global Environment

Stage-based examination of the current issues discussed in the research literature impacting on human development in an age of globalization. This is a pilot of a general course at the masterate level of Educational Psychology being offered to individuals in all sub-disciplines.

ED 890FA - Solo and Solitude in Outdoor Education: An Exploration of the Review of Literature

Review of Outdoor Education with a focus on: a) What are the research thrusts/interests in the area of wilderness experieneces, solo and solitude? B) What studies exist in this area?, c) What research methodologies have been employed in these studies?, d) other questions that may arise

ED 890FB - Counselling with Children and Youth

This course focuses on counselling children and adolescents using a strengths based perspective within a school context. Theory/practice linkages will be emphasized.

ED 890FC - Barriers: Impact the Quality of Life for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities

The intent of this project is to link the Quality of Life research with the socio-ecological conceptualizations as they relate to adults with intellectual disabilities. Also include perspective gained from experience: the inclusive post secondary education (IPSE) students in the Campus For All pilot at the U of R.

ED 890FD - Reading and Writing Across the Curriculum

Focus on both theoretical and practical components of literacy acquisition and teaching in the content area. The student will evaluate, design, and implement literacy instructional strategies that demonstrate sound principles of current theories of language and literacy teaching and learning.

ED 890FE - A Review of Structures and Key Policy Issues in the PreK-12 Educ System

The reading course will focus on two major topics within the PreK-12 educational system: a review of key aspects of administrataive and policy structures, and a consideration of emerging policy issues. Particular emphasis will be given to the impact of the recent provincial restructuring initiative, and the future implications of these changes.

ED 890FF - A Community Based Curriculum Development Based on Cree Identity

The purpose of this study is to identify what parents and guardians in a Cree community determine as core teachings to support Cree identity

ED 890FG - Teaching in First Nations Settings: Contexts & Theories

An exploration of cultural/historical contexts and epistemological/pedagogical theories pertaining to First Nations' schools, communities and cultural settings. Particularly as they pertain to the various questions/issues regarding non-First Nations educators working in First Nations educational systems.

ED 890FH - Sociology and Education

The course traces historical foundations of Sociology as a discipline. Particular attention will be paid to the thinking of Bourdieu and Corrigan and their articulation of sociology's connection with schooling. The course will lay a foundation for understanding the usefulness/applicability of Historical Sociology to research in Education.

ED 890FI - Activist Environmental Ethics

This course considers the intersection of the pedagogy of activism with a focus on environmental ethics. It will engage with theoretical perspectives including post-structuralism, ethics, and eco/feminism. The process of the course reflects a critical and activist approach in the context of an international learning community.

ED 890FJ - Relationships Between Urban School Size and Related Social Context Variables

The course focuses on the effects of school size and related social context variables on student success and community sustainability.

ED 890FK - Exploring Integrated Programs

Explore the theory and practice behind integrated outdoor programs in three Saskatchewan schools.

ED 890FL - Minority Faith Issues

The course will explore the constitutional provisions related to minority faith education, with specific focus on the Saskatachewan context. It would then address the implications of these constitutional guarantees for educational governance in this province.

ED 890FM - Integral Education

The course will cover critical theoretical study of integral theory in education focusing on ontology, epistemology, and methodology. Praxis of integral theory will be reviewed in a reflectionpaper of Integral Education Seminar.

ED 890FN - Qualitative Research Methods for Postmodern Times

Qualitative research methods have been the subject of discussion and debate over the past 20 years as scholars who work with poststructural theories of language, subjectivity, and knowledge have undertaken qualitative research projects. This course will explore literature which addresses research interviewing, feminist research, and issues of writing as representation.

ED 890FO - Exploring the role of visual and critical literacy in reading comprehension

This course explores the role of visual literacy as a component of reading comprehension where visual literacy is seen to be an aspect of both critical and multiliteracies. Visual, critical and multiliteracies will be explored from both theoretical and empirical perspectives

ED 890FP - Organizational Horizontal Management and Integrated Leadership Frames

The class will explore organizational concepts related to differentiation and integration as they relate to the organization and management of a large urban school division.

ED 890FQ - Theories of Anti-oppressive Education and First Nations Students

This directed reading class will examine anti-oppressive theories in education and their implications on how we understand racism and its effects on First nations children. The student will examine historical and contemporary literature in this regard. The purpose of the class is to uncover meaning in regard to race, identity, and systemic inequity in schooling.

ED 890FR - Body Epistemology

An examination of the relationships between knowledge and the body with an emphasis on indigenous understandings and education. How and what is a body-that-knows? What is the relationship between knowing and being? What does this mean in deconstructing persistent Western dichotomies of body/mind, nature/culture, thinking/feeling?

ED 890FS - A Critical Analysis in Reading Assessment

This course will focus on the theoretical foundation of the reading process and its relation to reading assessment. An engagement in critical analyses of reading assessment instruments will be required for this course.

ED 890FT - Professional Development for Principals/Adminstrators

Professional Development for administrators: An analysis of the Sask. School Based Administrators' Modules

ED 890FU - Narrative Inquiry and Autobiography

Understanding how narrative inquiry can be used to frame a teacher's story and experiences. Using autobiography as a lens for research, inquiry and insight into teaching and curriculum development.
*Note: Students may receive credit for one of ED 890GX, ED 816, or ED 890FU.*

ED 890FV - Alternative Assessment in Early Childhood Education

This course explores a variety of non-standard assessment theories and practices in early childhood settings. Through readings and practicing of "alternative assessment" the student will explore assessment and evaluation through personal professional experience.

ED 890FW - Examining critical pedagogy, indigenous knowledge and empowerment

This course will examine Freirian notions of critical pedagogy as well as conceptulaizations of local and indigeous knowledge constructions and ownership vis-à-vis dominent western, "whitestream" power structures.

ED 890FX - Advanced Studies In Inclusive Ed: Delivery Alternatives for Exceptional Students

The course is a study of models for providing instruction and support for students with exceptionalities in inclusive classrooms and schools. It will focus on surveying/analyzing scholarly literature on the use of, and alternatives to, paraprofessional instruction and support.

ED 890FY - An Integral Education Approach to Curriculum Studies

This course will investigate the extent to which ecological perspectives of education, as well as Eastern and Aboriginal traditions, may be compatible with and even extend the theory of integral education. This course will also explore what possibilities exist for an integral methodological approach to research.

ED 890FZ - he Relationship between Ed Investment & Student Learning Outcomes

This course will explore the research concerning the relationship between educational investment within the Pre K - 12 system and student educational outcomes. This course will review the research and literature on the subject to establish a clearer policy picture.

ED 890GA - Health Literacy Content and Instruction in the Elementary Class

This course will provide an introductory framework for understanding the influence of health literacy within the elementary classroom (professional practice of teachers and instruction to students) as illustrated through development of resource materials to improve particular health problems of children and strategies for the improvement of health literacy of children.

ED 890GB - Literacy for Students 'at-risk'

This course focuses on both theoretical and empirical research that has investigated approaches to literacy with students identified as being 'at-risk' of educational failure.

ED 890GC - Research Issues in Drama Education: An Exploration of Current Trends

This course will engage the student in a review of current research trends and methodologies in drama education. Specific paper topics will address the student's focus question.

ED 890GD - A Review of One School Division and Administrative Internship Program

A review of the policies and procedures regarding an administrative internship program. Discussion with two administrative interns and and analysis of their experiences.

ED 890GE - Change and Transformation in Early Childhood Settings

This course is designed to make learners familiar with the literature related to educational change and to support their understanding of the process of transformation specific to early childhood education. Learners will analyze relevant theoretical frameworks, use documentation and construct a case study that synthesizes theory and practice.

ED 890GF - Mental Health Care for Mental Health Professionals

This course will review the pertinent literature regarding resilience among mental health care professionals as they are confronted with large caseloads, difficult clients, high-risk situations, vicarious exposure to stress, and varied organizational structures. This course will review the research methods relevant to studies within this topic area.

ED 890GG - Theory and Philosophy of Aesthetics in Arts Education

The student will survey theories and philosophies of aesthetics, the ways in which they inform art making in both arts education and arts-based inquiry, with a focus on institutional processes.

ED 890GH - Narrative Circle: Examining Living Memory and Knowledge Systems within the Ethos

Sakaw Cree people use the narrative circle to examine their world and construct meaning. This course will examine various dialogic processes and protocols associated with learning spaces within which sacred text/context are carried forward.

ED 890GI - Theories of gender in post-colonial discourses

Set in theories of post-structural and post-colonial feminism, this course examines the positioning of Indigenous women as subjects of discourse in colonial power relations. Post-colonial relations situate women historically and in the present day through various subjectivies with respect to race, class and gender.

ED 890GJ - Care and Prevention of Dance Injury

To research the relevant literature in the care and prevention of dance injury to identify the common injuries sustained by dancers.

ED 890GK - The Pedagogy of Gender and Sexual Diversity

Understanding theoretical and actual constructs of gender and sexuality always takes place in a context. One such context is the university classroom. This course will provide an opportunity for action research, self-reflection, and immersion in a classroom experience to research issues of minority sexuality and gender variance.

ED 890GL - Advanced Topics in Moral Education

Course will explore advanced topics in moral education. It will focus on "world views" and the implications of moral theories for society. The specific topics chosen will be oriented to student's interests.

ED 890GN - Building Connections in Qualitative Research using Auto-ethnography

This course facilitates an examination of Auto-ethnography as a methodology in qualitative research including an exploration of relevant research, authors and educational issues related to auto-ethnography.

ED 890GO - L’immersion française au Canada: Contexte historique et enjeux actuels

Étude du phénomène de l’immersion française au Canada selon use perspective historique et politique. Ce course permettra d’approfondir les connaissances reliées a l’apprentissage du française dans le contexte d’une langue seconde et d’en étudier son évolution depuis son commencement jusqu'à nos jours.

ED 890GP - Post-structuralist Theories of Discourse and Subjectivity

Participants engage basic theories of language, subjectivity, and knowledge from post-structuralist frames. Contemporary cultural phenomena will be considered from a range of distinct historical and political moments including gender, race, class, and sexual orientation. Questions posed will pertain to students' research interests.

ED 890GQ - Action Research and an Ecological Approach

Advanced action-educational research with an emphasis on understanding and developing the research process. Topics include: Understanding action research in education, research design, data collection methods, alignment to research question and limitations of action research, as well as using and developing an ecological frame for data analysis.

ED 890GR - Race, Critical Race Theory, and Aboriginal Education

Race continues to structure our social world and schools are important sites for producing and interrupting racialized knowledge and subjects. This course explores theories of the production of race/racialization, examines Critical Race Theory and it application to education, and situates CRT within the context of Aboriginal Education.

ED 890GS - Theory and Practice of Decolonizing Education

Decolonizing education is one response to the coloinial history/present of schools especially regarding Aboriginal education and the experiences of FNIM youth. This course will explore both theoretical articularions of decolonization, as well as a range of educational practices that might be considered decolonizing.

ED 890GT - L’identité et la motivation pour aux débutants de français langue seconde

Un étude de l’importance et de la relation de l’identité et la motivation pour aux débutants de français langue seconde.

ED 890GU - Social Media and Activism in Iran

This course focuses on the role of social media in Iran and its impacts on ordinary Iranians. It aims to help understand Iran's cyber citizens and how they have helped change Iran's political structure. It will utilize a socio-historical examination of social evolution in the country.

ED 890GV - Art as a Language Pedagogy: Language Revitalization through the Visual Arts

This course will explore the impact of the art-making process on Indigenous language instruction, retention, and revitalization. The student will explore how the various steps involved in creating artwork from an Indigenous cultural perspective can be used as an effective conduit for revitalization of Indigenous languages.

ED 890GW - Learning Across Cultures: Social Experiences of International Students

This directed study course will overview a number of theoretical and methodological perspectives that centre on the social experiences of international students. It will provide opportunities to unpack and interrogate existing sociocultural and sociolinguistic theories and phenomenological studies on these experiences.

ED 890GX - Narrative Inquiry

This course introduces Narrative Inquiry as conceptualized by Clandinin and Connelly (2000) within the broader context of qualitative research methodologies. Through the relational methodology, narrative inquirers think with stories through a reflexive process, supporting researchers to become more wakeful to the complex nature of composing lives and understanding experience.
*Note: Students may receive credit for one of ED 890GX, ED 816, or ED 890FU.*

ED 901 - Thesis

Thesis research. (Please refer to General Regulation no. 9 on page 31.)

ED 902 - Practicum

A field-based study under the direction of a professional associate (field) and a faculty member. Completion of an integrative report or theory-related paper. Registration can be repeated. Maximum of 15 credit hours will be counted.

ED 910 - Advanced Studies in Ed Res'rch

This course will provide students with advanced knowledge and understanding of the philisophical backgrounds and methods common to many types of educational research. Students will engage in critical appraisal of methods of inquiry, particpate in focused discussions of theoretical and methodological research issues and construct a small scale research project.

ED 920 - Doctoral Seminar

This course is intended to prepare doctoral students for their comprehensive examinations by broadening understanding of issues related to the changing contexts of education. It also provides an opportunity for students to explore issues that relate to their areas of research interest.

ED 925 - Epistemology in Education

Many issues addressed by educators today require an increasingly careful analysis and grounding in foundational perspectives. This class explores such perspectives with particular emphasis on epistimological and cultural-historical themes that will enable students to understand and deal with educational situations and decisions more effectively.

ED 926 - Ethics in Educational Study

This course will provide opportunity for doctoral students to study ethics through various educational philosophies and theories. It will address challenges to modernist conceptions of ethics and make connections to students’ own and others’ situated understandings.

ED 950 - Indigenous Dissertation in Practice Thesis Hour

These credit hours are assigned for the Indigenous Dissertation in Practice. Credit hours will be allocated for the development of the supervisor and Elder/Old one relationship, in depth literature review, action-in-practice, final dissertation in practice paper and defense.

ED 951 - Indigenous Epistemology in Education

This course will explore Indigenous epistemology and the centrality of spirituality to Indigenous methods of knowing. It emphasizes advanced concepts regarding the origins of indigenous knowledge and the cyclical nature of knowledge exchange. Students will discuss concepts that encourage reclaiming a place and voice in academia.

ED 952 - Indigenous Pedagogies and Curriculum Theory

This course focuses on advanced understandings of Indigenous pedagogies and provides students with theoretical and experiential frameworks to help them comprehend curriculum principles. It will assist students in critically reflecting on their own practice, engaging in pedagogies from an Indigenous worldview, and creating places for advocacy and resistance in education.

ED 953 - Advanced Indigenous Research Methods

This course provides students with an in-depth understanding of the philosophical foundations and procedures common to numerous types of educational research, contrasting Indigenous methodologies with dominant research approaches. Students will participate in decolonizing approaches with an emphasis on Indigenous research paradigms.

ED 954 - Understanding Community Engaged Scholarship

This seminar-style course employs storytelling and Indigenous community-based research methodologies to examine, produce, and perform community-engaged scholarship centered on Indigenous language, culture, and history. In this seminar, students will explore modern education issues in collaboration with a variety of community members using a community-based research paradigm.

ED 955 - Leading for Equity and Justice in Education

This advanced course focuses on decolonizing education by highlighting the voices of Indigenous scholars who advocate for justice and equity for Indigenous people. Students will mobilize these causes for change by exploring cultural genocide and the ongoing legacy of colonization: decolonizing dominant ideology, voice, pedagogy, and leadership structures.

ED 956 - Indigenous Perspectives on Issues and Challenges in Current Educational Practices

This seminar style course provides students with a framework for identifying and analyzing an educational practice-related concern. Students will integrate Indigenous theory, a variety of academic literature, and relevant experiences to investigate the core causes and systemic difficulties that have an impact on everyday educational practices.

ED 957 - Land-based Education: Nistowiak Indigenous Teaching, Learning and Leadership

This advanced course weaves Indigenous theoretical and experiential approaches to teaching, learning and leadership with a focus on Nistowiak – where the three come together – on the land through land-based education. Students will have an opportunity to reconceptualize education that honors Indigenous knowing through the land.

ED 958 - Social and Political Issues in Métis Education

This course examines historical and present Métis social and political challenges in education, with special emphasis on Métis culture, language, and identity. Through the study of geographical and historical affiliations and alliances that effect contemporary Métis culture, students gain an in-depth comprehension of the dynamics that influence Métis education and the political structure.

EDAC 050 - Expériences d'apprentissage hors campus (formerly EFLD 050 - Bac section only)

Organiser et vivre des expériences d'apprentissage hors campus (ordinairement offert en automne).
*** Préalable : Être en troisième année du Bac élémentaire ou accepté.e au BEAD élémentaire ou avec la permission du Bac. ***
*Note: Évaluation: réussite ou échec; Frais de participation de 100,00 $.*

EDAN 101 - Introduction to Dance Education, K-12

Knowledge and experience of theory and content of dance through both theoretical and practical study. Emphasis on understanding of development of various dance forms and the particular relevance in dance education curriculum.
* Note: Normally offered in fall only. *

EDAN 202 - Approaches to Teaching Dance Education, K-12

Students will develop curriculum based on theory, content and practice related to dance education.
*Note: Normally offered in winter only.*

EDL 811 - Supervision in Education

The study and application of supervision theory involving professional personnel including an analysis of the role of the supervisor, formal and informal structures and processes, supervision in effective schools, adult development and learning, various supervision models, and personnel evaluation.

EDL 814 - School Leadership and the Law

An examination of the legal context and its impact on school actors including in-school leaders, teachers, students, and parents. Particular emphasis will be placed on rights, responsibilities, and relationships.

EDL 815 - Economics of Educational Finance

A study of educational finance including: funding structures, the role of strategic plans in financial budgeting, analysis of revenues and expenditures, and an examination of issues impacting the educational funding policies including the accountability movement and changes in school board governance models over time.

EDL 816 - Education Planning

An examination of various approaches to planning in modern organizations with particular emphasis on public education. Theoretical models, field projects, and practical considerations, will all be emphasized.

EDL 817 - The Politics of Education

This course examines the politics of education at the federal, provincial and local community levels. Emphasis will be given to both formal and informal decision-making processes, and the relationships among interest groups, school boards, local communities, the media, and provincial and federal political institutions.

EDL 818 - Ethics in Educational Leadership

This course will involve a thorough study of ethical schools of thought and the application of these theories to educational leadership concepts and applied contexts.

EDL 819 - Organizational Theory in Education

An analysis of the role of school leaders with reference to general systems theory, organization theory, cultural-social institutions, role theory, formal organizations, bureaucracy, goals and effectiveness, organizational control, conflict in organizations, stability, change, innovation, and growth.

EDL 823 - Labour Relations and Labour Law in Education

This course provides school leaders with an understanding of theoretical and legislative issues related to labour relations in public ally funded education. Students explore the differences in dealing with teaching and non-teaching employees, and their representative groups; understand employee relations; and develop negotiation, conflict resolution, and collective agreement skills.

EDL 824 - The Employee Life Cycle in Education

The course will focus on the employee life cycle within the K-12 educational setting. Topics: human resource and labour market planning, job analysis, recruitment and retention, training and development, compensation models, succession and retirement planning, work-life balance, and coaching and mentoring designed to provide skills to positively support staff.

EDL 826 - Leadership Development in Education

This course will focus on applied research in educational leadership. Based upon a review of related literature, students will conduct research relevant to educational leadership in K-12 education. Topics will include educational leadership, self awareness and leadership, the role of leadership in schools, and the application of current leadership development models to the Saskatchewan school system.

EDL 827 - Selected Issues in Educational Leadership

This seminar course will focus on applied research in educational leadership. Topics will include educational leadership, the role of leadership in schools, the application of current leadership development models to Saskatchewan school divisions and other contemporary leadership issues.

EDL 828 - Leadership for Inclusive Education

This course focuses on principal leadership for inclusive education. Course content includes examination of dominant discourses of disability; fundamental principles and essential elements of inclusion; overview of outcomes of inclusive education; relevant legislation and policy direction; and applied research on administrative approaches to implement, support, and sustain inclusion.

EDL 829 - Supporting Indigenous Student Success

This course will focus on Indigenous leadership, research, and practice that supports Indigenous student success. Successful examples of relevant Indigenous educational practice will be emphasized, with a specific focus on local/regional content. An Indigenous (Nehinuw) model of effective teaching will be highlighted.

EDL 870AA - Public Sector Financial Management: Applications in K-12 Education

A survey of public sector budgeting and financial management in Canada, with consideration of impacts on the K-12 education system as a publicly funded institution. Topics include: role of financial considerations in policy, government financial planning cycles, elements of sound financial planning and management in public sector enterprise.

EDL 870AC - Leadership for Healthy Schools

This course uses a critical approach to address challenges school leaders face in the 21st century, particularly in relationship to school health. Focusing on servant leadership and culturally responsive practices, students are supported to work towards more equitable, diverse and inclusive solutions for vexing school health challenges.

EDL 870AD - Diversities and Educational Leadership

This course explores the complexity of diversities in educational leadership, exploring topics such as gender, religion, race, sexuality, and abilities in educational relations, structure, and policy. Students will apply theoretical and applied research in interrogating leadership frameworks and practices that reify and disrupt oppression and injustice in educational contexts.

EDL 890AL - Teacher Leadership: Past, Present, Future

This course explores the evolution of teacher leadership from its inception as a top-down title bestowed upon a particular few by formal school leaders, through to more recent understandings as an identity that can be embodied by all teachers through their own informal leadership experiences.

EDL 890AM - Teacher Activism: Past, Present, and Future

This class utilizes participatory action research to explore the notion of teaching as an activist profession. Topics include discourses of teacher professionalism, the link between educational policy, politics, and teacher activism, teacher unions as sites for teacher activism, and the proliferation of grassroots social movements within the teaching profession.

EDL 890AN - Explorations in Indigenous Leadership

This directed reading course will explore traditional and contemporary conceptions of leadership, with a particular focus on Indigenous leadership and its potential application, both personally and organizationally, and within schools and classrooms.

EDL 890AO - Exploring the Experiences of African Women in Saskatchewan

This course will examine the experiences of African women in Saskatchewan. Intersectionalities including race, gender, religion, and immigration status, among others, shape how African women understand and navigate their lived experiences in Canadian society. This course will explore key research and literature around these experiences to inform a research proposal.

EDL 890AP - Exploring Early Childhood Educational Leadership for Change

This course will examine early childhood educational leadership for change in the Saskatchewan context. The focus will be on the work of childcare centres' directors and other administrators to support equity. The course will explore key research and literature around these experiences to inform a research proposal.

EDL 940 - Leadership Theory, Analysis and Practice

This course will explore contemporary theory and practice of educational leadership with an emphasis on the relationship between theory and practice in the of educational institutions.

EDRA 101 - Introduction to Drama Education

This course is an introduction to the curriculum theory and practice of group process/contextual drama in the K-12 classroom.
*Note: Normally offered in fall only.*

EDRA 202 - Approaches to Teaching Drama Education

This course involves students in curriculum exploration and development of collective creation as an educational process and a theatrical product.
*Note: Normally offered in winter only.*

EDRA 203 - Drama in the Curriculum: I

Curriculum in drama education for prospective teachers. The course will survey existing drama curricula and provide beginning experiences in drama curriculum development for elementary and high schools.
***Prerequisite: EDRA 101***
*Note: Normally offered in fall only.*

EDTC 300 - Introduction to Educational Technology and Media

This course examines the use of technology and media in teaching and learning as well as the transformative effects that emerging digital tools/networks have on school and society. The course provides an experiential approach to learning about technology integration while helping students critically reflect on the implications of our digital reality.
*Note: Students may receive credit for one of EDTC 300 or ECMP 355.*

EDTC 400 - Advanced Studies in Educational Technology and Media

This course provides an advanced exploration of technology integration in teaching and learning as well as an in-depth examination of the effects of emerging technologies and media in school and society. Students will engage in critical discussions around technology as it relates to classroom practice in the provincial, national, and global contexts.
***Prerequisite: EDTC 300.***
*Note: Students may receive credit for one of EDTC 400 or ECMP 455.*

EFDN 300 - History of Ideas in Education - Histoire des idées en éducation

A study of educational thought in Western civilization from its origins to the nineteenth century, with emphasis on religious and cultural beliefs as expressed in the writing of important thinkers.
***Prerequisite: Completion of 15 credit hours.***
Histoire des idées en éducation: Genèse des faits éducatifs en Occident des origines judaïques et gréco-romaines jusqu'au dix-neuvième siècle. L'emphase est mise sur les dimensions religieuses et culturelles exprimées par les grands penseurs.
***Préalable: 15 heures de crédit complétées.***

EFDN 301 - Philosophical Analysis of Education

Use of philosophical analysis to clarify education, schooling, teaching, knowledge, curriculum, discipline, authority; and basic principles of reasoning to justify aims, content, values.
***Prerequisite: Completion of 26 credit hours. LGC 100 or PHIL 100 is recommended.***

EFDN 303 - Moral Education

Brief exploration of the moral domain: nature of moral values, judgement, and reasoning. A critical examination of theory and practice in contemporary models of moral education.
***Prerequisite: Completion of 15 credit hours.***

EFDN 306 - Gender, Sex, and Sexuality in Education

This course will provide some rationale and background for developing an understanding of gender and sexual diversity in the context of schooling. The course will explore pedagogical and instructional implications for people working with 2SLGBTQIAP+ students and teachers. Additionally, the course will ask students to engage with theoretical and personal narratives of gendered and sexual positionalities.
***Prerequisite: Completion of 15 credit hours.***

EFDN 307 - Education and the Multicultural Society - Le multiculturalisme en éducation

This course will examine multicultural education in the context of social interaction and change. The implications for school policies and practices at national and provincial levels will be considered.
***Prerequisite: Completion of 15 credit hours.***
*Note: This course remains an option for Semester 3 Elementary Program students to meet the cross-cultural requirement.*
Le multiculturalisme en éducation:
Ce cours vise à une ouverture d'esprit sur les phénomènes culturels et les changements qui affectent la société canadienne contemporaine; son but principal est de permettre aux futur.es enseignant.es d'identifier la diversité culturelle dans les écoles et de s'y adapter. On se penche à la fois sur les différences et les similarités qui s'expriment à l'intérieur du système scolaire, et on met on relief les processus d'analyse et de réflection.
***Préalable: 15 heures de crédit complétées.***

EFDN 308 - Women and Education

This course examines women and education from historical, philosophical, and sociological perspectives. Topics include women's experiences as teachers, issues of access and equity, feminist views on educational goals, curriculum, pedagogy, and schools, and the politics of teaching.
***Prerequisite: Completion of 15 credit hours.***

EFDN 309 - Social Issues in Education

A critical look at schooling and its relation to diversity, student achievement, societal intervention and education change. This course examines current issues in educational practice including, poverty, sexuality, gender, religion, racism, tracking, and school reform.
***Prerequisite: Completion of 15 credit hours. SOC 100 is recommended.***

EFDN 801 - Sociological Perspectives of Education Change

Nature and sources of educational change and evaluation of the change at the individual, organizational, and cultural levels. Educational implications of change are emphasized.

EFDN 803 - Social Justice and Globalization from an Educational Perspective

Explores the research and classroom practice of themes including activist teachers, health, basic education, HIV/AIDS, child protection, gender equality, diversity, multiculturalism, First Nations, infrastructure services, human rights, citizenship, democracy, good governance, private sector development, environment, sustainability, making a difference; and the implications of integrating these themes into the mainstream curriculum.
*Additional Fee: $2450.*

EFDN 804 - Integration of Indigenous Knowledge in to School Curricula and Educational Practices

Through readings, interaction with cultural experts, and discussion students will examine oral and written forms of Indigenous knowledge. Students will apply learnings of Indigenous knowledge systems to the integration of Aboriginal content and perspectives into school curricula and educational practice.
***Corequisite: EFDN 805***

EFDN 805 - Indigenous Epistemology: Traditional Knowledge Systems

This course takes place in a cultural camp setting where students will interact with Elders and cultural experts to explore different forms and systems of Indigenous knowledge. Students will practice Indigenous ways of being, learning, and teaching, and compare their learning with the research.
**Corequisite: EFDN 804**

EFDN 806 - Introduction to Post-colonial Theories and Representations

This course examines power relations, marginality, hybridity and voice through a post-colonial frame, and traces the effects of colonial histories played out globally and in this geographic location. Under examination are claims of representation and knowledge as they are lived and contested through Indigenous, settler-colonial, and diasporic societies.

EFDN 807 - Community Development and Leadership

This course will examine and explore theoretical perspectives and practice issues of community development in a number of diverse community settings. Students will discover the practice of working with communities to find solutions to local issues as well as focus on leadership skills that are essential to supporting community growth.
*Additional Fee: $50.*

EFDN 899 - Capstone Synthesis Seminar: An Integration of Theory and Practice

The capstone seminar provides a culminating experience for students enrolled in the course only route. This course provides an opportunity for the students to integrate and act-on multiple learning experiences, including reading and analyzing research, as a way to bring deeper meaning to their graduate experiences as a whole.
***Prerequisite: Must have completed 24 credit hours of 800 level courses before registering.***

EFLD 050 - OCRE (Off-Campus Residential Experience)

An off-campus residential experience.
***Prerequisite: EPS 215 or 350, concurrent enrolment is allowed.***
*Note: Pass/Fail grade.*
*Please note that the French version of this course will no longer be available and will now be offered as EDAC 050, effective 200830.*
*Additional Fee: $100.*

EFLD 051 - OCRE (Off-Campus Residential Experience)

An off-campus residential experience.
***Prerequisite: EPS 225, EPS 350, EIND 305, or EIOE 215, concurrent enrolment allowed.***
*Note: Pass/Fail grade.*
*Please note that the French version of this course will no longer be available, effective 200830.*
*Additional Fee: $100.*

EFLD 060 - PLACE (Professional Learning as Community Experience)

Professional Learning as Community Experience.
*Note: Pass/Fail grade.*
*Additional Fee: $100.*

EFLD 061 - PLACE (Professional Learning as Community Experience)

Professional Learning as Community Experience.
*Note: Pass/Fail grade.*
*Additional Fee: $100.*

EFLD 200 - Yukon Elementary Practicum I

Required of all elementary students in the Yukon Native Teacher Education program leading to a BEd. Will normally be taken in the second year, winter semester, for a total of 4 weeks.
***Prerequistie: ECS 100***
*Note: Visiting or special students must seek permission from the Executive Director*
*Note: Pass/Fail grade*

EFLD 311 - Teaching Experiences in the Pre-K to Grade 8 Classroom

This course provides students with continued guided practice in planning, preparing, implementing and reflecting upon units of study in Pre-K to Grade 5 classrooms; with teaching time in Elementary classrooms; and with workshops related to anti-oppressive education and equitable practices in Elementary curriculum, instruction, and assessment, as well as the ethical and legal roles and responsibilities of teachers.
***Prerequisite: Successful completion of ECS 303, ELNG 310, EMTH 310, and EPE 310 or EHE 310.***
*Note: Restricted to Bachelor of Education students*

EFLD 318 - Teaching Experiences in the Middle Years Classroom

This course provides students with continued guided practice in planning, preparing, implementing and reflecting upon units of study for middle years classrooms. Particular attention will be paid to the inclusion of aboriginal content and perspectives and equitable practices in curriculum, instruction and evaluation.
***Prerequisite: Successful completion of ECS 303, ELNG 310, EMTH 310, and EPE 310 or EHE 310.***
*Note: Restricted to Bachelor of Education students*

EFLD 350 - Teaching Experience in the Secondary Pre-internship term

Required of all secondary students in the BEd or BEAD programs, 15 days of teaching experience in a Secondary School, normally in the Winter term.
***Prerequisite: Successful completion of ECS 303 and one of EPE 300, EHE 300, ESST 300, EMTH 300, ESCI 300, ELNG 300, EFRN 300, EMUS 366, EMUS 377, EDAN 301, EDRA 203, EVIS 326, or EAE 201.***
**Co-requisite: One of ELNG 350, EHE 350, EMUS 350, EMTH 350, EPE 350, ESCI 350, or ESST 350.**
*Note: Pass/Fail grade. Must pass in order to proceed to EFLD 400 Secondary Internship.*

EFLD 401 - Secondary Practicum - Stage secondaire

An alternate field experience for secondary students in programs leading to a BEd or certificate. Open to students whose goals require a unique form of practicum.
**Permission from the Director of Professional Development is required to register.**
*Note: Students must fill out the Workers' Compensation Agreement form. Pass/Fail grade.*
*Note: Restricted to Bachelor of Education students*
*N.B.: Ce cours est limité aux étudiants de la Faculté d'éducation*

Stage secondaire:
Ceci constitue un alternatif à l'internat du secondaire menant à un diplôme de BEd ou un certificat. Ce stage procure une variété d'expériences à ceux et celles qui visent une pratique unique en son genre.
** Accessible aux étudiant.es sur l'avis du conseiller et l'approbation de directeur de développement professionnel. **
* Les étudiant.es doivent remplir le formulaire d'entente de la Commission des accidents de travail. Évaluation: Réussite/échec. *

EFLD 402 - Arts Education Internship

Required of all Arts Education students in all programs leading to a B.Ed. or a B.E.A.D. Can be taken in either Fall or Winter semester although usually taken in the Fall semester.
***Prerequisite: Completion of EFLD 360.***
*Note: Visiting or special students must seek permission from the Director of Professional Development and Field Experiences.*
*Note: Pass/Fail grade.*
*Note: Restricted to Bachelor of Education students.*

EFLD 403 - Arts Education Practicum

An alternate field experience for arts education students in programs leding to a BEd or certificate. Open to students whose goals require a unique form of practicum.
***Prerequisite: Permission from the Director of Professional Development is required to register.***
*Note: Students must fill out the Workers' Compensation Agreement form. Pass/Fail grade.*
*Note: Restricted to Bachelor of Education students*

EFLD 405 - Elementary Internship - Internat élémentaire

Required of all elementary students in all programs leading to a BEd or a BEAD. Can be taken in either Fall or Winter semester although usually taken in the fall semester.
***Prerequisite: Completion of one of EFLD 311, EPSF 325 or EPS 225.***
*Note: Visiting or special students must seek permission from the Director of Professional Development and Field Experiences.*
*Note: Restricted to Bachelor of Education students.*
*Note: Pass/Fail grade.

Internat élémentaire: Ceci est requis de tous les programmes menant au diplôme de BEd (anglais ou français). Normalement il est offert au semestre d'automne. Ceux et celles qui ne sont pas inscrits au Bac ne sont pas acceptés.
***Préalable: Avoir complete EPSF 325, EFLD 311, ou EPS 225.***
*N.B.: Ce cours est limité aux étudiants de la Faculté d'éducation.*
*Remarque: note de réussite/échec.*

EFLD 406 - Elementary Practicum - Stage élémentaire

An alternate field experience for elementary students in programs leading to a BEd or certificate. Open to students whose goals require a unique form of practicum.
***Prerequisite: Permission from the Director of Professional Development is required to register.***
*Note: Students must fill out the Workers' Compensation Agreement form. Pass/Fail grade.*
*Note: Restricted to Bachelor of Education students*

Stage élémentaire:
Ceci constitue un alternatif à l'internat de l'élémentaire menant à un diplôme de BEd ou un certificat. Ce stage offre une variété d'expériences à ceux et celles qui visent une pratique unique en son genre.
**Accessible aux étudiant.es sur l'avis du conseiller et l'approbation du directeur du développement professionnel.**
*Les étudiant.es doivent remplir le formulaire d'entente de la Commission des accidents de travail. Évaluation: Réussite/échec.*
*N.B.: Ce cours est limité aux étudiants de la Faculté d'éducation*

EFLD 407 - Middle Years Internship

Required of all middle years students. Can be taken in either Fall or Winter semester although usually taken in the fall semester.
***Prerequisite: Successful completion of EFLD 318.***
*Note: Visiting or special students must seek permission from the Director of Professional Development and Field Experiences.*
*Note: Restricted to Bachelor of Education students.*
*Note: Pass/Fail grade.*

EFLD 408 - Middle Years Practicum

An alternate field experience for middle years elementary students in programs leading to a BEd or certificate. Open to students whose goals require a unique form of practicum.
**Consent of the Director of Professional Development is required to register.**
*Note: Students must fill out the Workers' Compensation Agreement form. Pass/Fail grade.*
*Note: Restricted to Bachelor of Education students*

EFLD 411 - Pre-K to Grade 5 Elementary Internship

Required of all Pre-K to Grade 5 elementary students. Can be taken in either Fall or Winter semester although usually taken in the fall semester.
***Prerequisite: EFLD 311.***
*Note: Visiting or special students must seek permission from the Director of Professional and Field Experiences.*
*Note: Restricted to Bachelor of Education students.*
*Note: Pass/Fail grade.*

EFLD 412 - Pre-K to Grade 5 Elementary Practicum

An alternate field experience for Pre-K to Grade 5 elementary students in programs leading to a BEd or certificate. Open to students whose goals require a unique form of practicum.
** Consent of the Director of Professional Development is required to register. **
* Note: Students must fill out the Workers' Compensation Agreement Form. Pass/Fail grade. *

EFLD 415 - Pre-K to 12 Practicum for Internationally Trained Educators

This course provides Internationally Trained educators with the opportunity to gain field experience (planning, preparing, implementing, and reflecting upon practice) within the pre-K to 12 Saskatchewan context. Can be taken in any term, for a total of 6 weeks.
***Prerequisite: 12 credit hours including ECS 303.***

EFLD 416 - Internat pour les enseignants formés à l’étranger

Ce cours permet aux enseignants formés à l’étranger de se familiariser (planifier, préparer, implanter et analyser des leçons) avec le système scolaire de la Saskatchewan de la maternelle à la 12e année en immersion française ou au sein des écoles francophones. Cet internat de 6 semaines.
***Préalable: Avoir complete EPSF 300 ou EPSF 317.***

EFRN 300 - Core French Education - Grades 7 to 12

This course examines various FSL programs, the Saskatchewan Curriculum guide and the application of curriculum principles to the teaching of Secondary Core French.
***Co-requisite: FRN 301***
*Note: This course is taught in French. Normally offered in fall term only.*

EHE 001 - Student Energy in Action for Regina Community Health (SEARCH)

Students will work as a team under the supervision of professional mentors to provide after hours primary health care services, with measures in place to ensure continuity of care and health promotion.

EHE 215 - Elementary School Health Education: Methods, Content and Materials

The purpose of this course is to acquaint the students with the health programs, methods, content, and materials in both the elementary and middle years school levels.
*** Prerequisite: Selection into the Elementary Program. ***

EHE 258 - Personal and Community Health

The course focuses on basic background and content in health education, covering major areas such as environment, drugs, sex, consumer health, safety, mental health, nutrition, fitness, and aging.
* Note: Normally offered in winter only. *

EHE 300 - Curriculum Construction in Health Education

A study of the conceptual frameworks and methods for teaching and assessing health curriculum in the middle years.
***Prerequisite: EHE 258 and 30 credit hours, or permission of the health and physical education subject area***
*Note: Exceptions will be made for elementary education students*

EHE 310 - Health Education in the Elementary School (Pre-K to Grade 8)

This course provides the background information and skills teachers need to implement comprehensive school health education in the elementary and middle years. It provides opportunities for students to learn how to help children reflect and act on health issues in their lives or in their communities.
***Prerequisite: Completion of 51 credit hours including ECS 101, ECS 102, and ECS 203.***

EHE 350 - School Health Education

A critical examination of secondary health curriculum through the exploration of holistic and analytic perspectives and the construction of personal-practical theory. ***Prerequisite: EHE 300 and KIN 260, or permission of the health and physical education subject area.***

EHE 487 - Curriculum Content and Theories of Instruction in Family Life Education

Focus on the scope and purpose of family life and sex education. Emphasis will be on content, methods, and material from grades K-12.
*** Prerequisite: EHE 258 or permission of the health and physical education subject area. ***

EIEA 355 - Educational Administration: Indigenous Education Structure and Process (formerly EIAD 355)

An overview of administration in federal, provincial, and band-controlled schools with reference to constitutional, legal, and economic components.
*** Prerequisite: EPS 225 or EPS 350 ***

EIEA 498 - EIEA Independent Study l

Course reserved for independent study or project

EIEA 499 - EIEA Independent Study ll

Course reserved for independent study or special project in the student's field of special interest in education.

EIND 100 - Indigenous Education: Principles and Practices

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.
*Note: Students may receive credit for one of EIND 100 or EPS 100.*

EIND 116 - Indigenous Educational Professional Studies

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.*

EIND 200 - Indigenous Education: Principles and Practices of Secondary Teaching

Focus is on the purposes and tasks of the teacher as decision-maker. Content (declarative, procedural, and attitudinal) consists of the fundamental processes and procedures of teaching in Indigenous contexts.
***Prerequisite: EIND 100, a minimum of 6 Arts/Science/Indigenous Studies/Other courses; and acceptance into the Indigenous Education Secondary program.***
*Note: While it is desirable for BEAD students to have taken EIND 100, they may be permitted to take EIND 100 and EIND 200 concurrently. Students must fill out the Worker's Compensation Agreement form. Grading mode is Pass/Fail. Credit can only be earned for one of EIND 200 or EPS 200.*

EIND 205 - Introduction to Indigenous Education

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.
***Prerequisite: EPS 116 or permission from the First Nations University of Canada, Indigenous Education Department Head.***

EIND 350 - Indigenous Education: Principles and Practices of Secondary Teaching II

Making instructional choices: an Indigenous holistic view to teaching process and procedures for the secondary school teacher is fostered. Students study, practice, and reflect in classes, labs, and high schools.
***Prerequisite: EIND 100, EIND 200, developed major: developed minor.***
**Corequisite: EPSY 350, subject area courses.**
*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 350 or EPS 350.*

EIND 405 - Foundations of Indigenous Knowledge

This course will explore Aboriginal ways of knowing and being through an experiential approach in a cultural immersion setting. The respect, the dignity and the wisdom of Aboriginal peoples will frame the students' foundational understandings for teaching and learning in schools.
***Prerequisite: One of CREE 100, SAUL 100, DENE 100, NAK 100 or DAK 100.***
*Additional Fee: $125.*

EIND 498 - EIND Independent Study I

Course reserved for independent study or special project.

EIND 499 - EIND Independent Study ll

Course reserved for independent study or special project in the student's field of special interest in education.

EINH 215 - Introduction to Indigenous Health Education in Elementary School

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.
***Prerequisite: EPS 100 or permission from First Nations University of Canada, Indigenous Education Department Head.***

EINH 498 - EINH Independent Study I

Course reserved for independent study or special project.

EINH 499 - EINH Independent Study ll

Course reserved for independent study or special project in the student's field of special interest in education.

EIST 300 - Introduction to Indigenous Studies Education (formerly EINS 300)

An introduction to Indigenous Studies Education in secondary schools including a critical examination of Indigenous Studies curriculum, instructional methods, assessment, and evaluation. Philosophies of First Nations education will also be explored.
***Prerequisite: 12 credit hours of Indigenous Studies that are part of the major or minor, or permission of Indigenous Education Department Head.***

EIST 350 - Instruction and Evaluation in Secondary Indigenous Studies Education (formerly EINS 350)

This course will examine instructional methods and pedagogy for teaching Secondary Indigenous Studies to affect positive personal and social change. Program evaluation and evaluation of student learning will also be examined.
***Prerequisite: EIST 300 and 18 credit hours of Indigenous Studies, or permission of the Indigenous Education Department Head.***

EIST 400 - Issues in Secondary Indigenous Studies Education (formerly EINS 400)

This course will examine issues that impact the teaching of Secondary Indigenous Studies including First Nations historical and contemporary issues. Appropriate methodologies to address the issues of race, culture, identity and ethnicity will be explored. *** Prerequisite: EIST 300 and 18 credit hours of Indigenous Studies, or permission of the Indigenous Education Department Head. ***

EIST 498 - EIST Independent Study l

Course reserved for independent study or special project.

EIST 499 - EIST Independent Study ll

Course reserved for independent study or special project in the student's field of special interest in education.

ELBP 215 - Indigenous Land-Based Education: Part I

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.*
*Note: $125 Accommodation Fee.*

ELBP 225 - Indigenous Land-Based Education: Part II

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.*
*Note: $125 Accommodation Fee.*

ELIB 216 - Children's Literature and the Elementary School Program

The selection, evaluation, and use of children's literature for elementary classrooms and school libraries.

ELIB 326 - Young Adult Literature and the High School Curriculum

The selection, evaluation, and use of young adult literature for high school classrooms.
* Note: Normally offered in winter only. *

ELIT 101 - Introduction to Literature Education, Kindergarten through Grade 6

This course, designed for students in the Arts Education Program, provides an historical and critical overview of orientations to literature curricula (cultural/historical, critical/responsive, and creative/productive); and with a variety of instructional methods and curricula approaches for teaching literature and writing from kindergarten through grade 6.
* Note: Normally offered in fall semester only. *

ELIT 202 - Introduction to Literature Education, Grades 7 Through 12

This course, designed for students in the Arts Education Program, concerns curricular issues and instructional methods for teaching literature and writing in grades 7 through 12. It provides a critical overview of curricula resulting from different schools of literary theory, and contrasts progressive and genre pedagogies with critical methods.
* Note: Normally offered in winter semester only. *

ELNG 200 - Multilingualism and the Classroom

This course prepares future teachers to develop critical multilingual language awareness. It helps students to develop an understanding of language development across social contexts as well as how classroom instruction can constitute and maintain social categories. Students will become familiar with literacy instruction that works to foster equity and justice in the classroom and beyond. There is a 8 hour maximum field observation component.
***Prerequisite: ECS 102 or permission of the subject area.***

ELNG 205 - Language and Literacy Development

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.
***Prerequisite: EPS 100 or EIND 100. Concurrent enrolment is allowed in either EPS 100 or EIND 100.***

ELNG 300 - Curriculum in Secondary School English

A study of the structure, articulation, implementation, and theoretical frameworks of typical high school English curricula with reference to and examination of alternative and special needs curricula.
*** Prerequisite: Minimum of 21 credit hours in English or ELNG courses, or permission of the subject area. ***
* Note: Normally offered in fall semester only. *

ELNG 316 - Language Awareness

An introduction to educational linguistics for teachers of all levels. The theoretical subtopics of phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, discourse structure, language acquisition and sociolinguistics are taught.
***Prerequisite: Introductory language arts methodology course, ECS 101 or EPS 100, relevant teaching experience or permission of the subject area.***
*Note: Normally offered in fall term only. Recommended for those intending to apply for the Secondary Program (English major or minor). Permission required for those not in an Education program. *

ELNG 325 - The Teaching of Writing

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.
*** Prerequisite: ELNG 200 or ELNG 205 ***

ELNG 326 - Teaching English as a Second Language

Principles of ESL teaching, methodology of teaching, lesson and unit planning, and examination and preparation of teaching and testing materials at the elementary, secondary, and adult levels.
***Prerequisite: ECS 101 or EPS 100 or relevant teaching experience, or permission of the subject area.***

ELNG 350 - Secondary English Methodology Literature

This course presents methods for teaching literature, drama, and film at the high school level. It emphasizes the translation of theory and content into classroom practice.
*** Prerequisite: Major Curriculum Class (ELNG 300) for English Education majors; permission of the subject area for others. ***
* Note: Normally offered in winter semester only. *

ELNG 351 - Secondary English Methodology: Composition, Language and Media

This course presents methods for teaching English composition, language, and media. It emphasizes the translation of theory and content into classroom practice.
***Prerequisite: Major Curriculum Class (ELNG 300) for English Education majors; permission of the subject area for others.***
*Note: Normally offered in winter term only.*

ELNG 450 - Issues in Secondary English Education

In-depth consideration of issues in English Language Arts Education chosen from: censorship, gender, language and curriculum, culture and curriculum, response to literature, curriculum reform, linguistic diversity, evaluation, reporting, and others.
*** Prerequisite: Completed Internship (EFLD 400) ***

EMTH 200 - Implementation and Assessment of Problem Solving in Mathematics

An exploration into teaching mathematics from a problem solving perspective. Classification, representation and retrieval strategies, and their implications for students' mathematical thinking and classroom teaching are examined.
***Prerequisite: MATH 101 or MATH 110, or permission of the mathematics education subject area.***

EMTH 310 - Teaching Mathematics in Elementary Schools (Pre-K to Grade 8)

This course is designed to address the philosophies, goals, curriculum documents, and methods of instruction and assessment of elementary and middle school (PreK to 8) mathematics. A critical, resource-based approach to this course will provide opportunities for students to reflect on and construct understandings of key issues in mathematics education.
***Prerequisite: Completion of 51 credit hours including ECS 101, ECS 102, and ECS 203.***

EMTH 317 - Teaching Mathematics in the Middle Years

This course is designed to address the philosophies, goals, curriculum documents, and methods of instruction and assessment of middle years (6-9) mathematics. A critical, resource-based approach to this course will provide opportunities for students to reflect on and construct understandings of key issues in mathematics education.
***Prerequisite: For elementary (middle years concentration) pre-internship students only.***

EMTH 325 - Number Sense for the Elementary School Mathematics Teacher

This course develops mathematical content knowledge related to number sense through multiple approaches to learning, including using manipulatives and technologies for mathematical sense-making and communications. Topics include whole number operations/computations, counting principles, multiplicative comparisons and reasoning, measurement, rounding, estimation, fractions, ratios, rates, proportions, percents, integers, rational and irrational numbers, and number theory.

EMTH 335 - Mathematics in the Inclusive Classroom: Assessment and Intervention

This course will explore approaches to teaching and planning mathematics by using methods that accommodate diverse learning needs. Attention will be paid to authentic and informal assessment, such as progress-based monitoring, curriculum-based measurement, and error analysis. In additional, inclusive instructional approaches, such as cognitive strategy instruction and schema-based instruction will be emphasized, as well as techniques to individualize programs. ***Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Inclusive Education Certificate or enrollment in the (Inclusive)/Special Education Minor or enrollment in the Teaching Elementary School Mathematics Certificate or 6 credit hours in mathematics and mathematics education courses or permission of the instructor.***

EMTH 351 - Theories of Instruction in the Teaching of Secondary School Mathematics

Techniques of secondary mathematics instruction. Discussion of expository, discovery, enquiry, and other approaches to mathematics teaching. Pre-internship school experiences and microteaching.
***Prerequisite: Major Curriculum Class (EMTH 300), Minimum of 18 credit hours in mathematics or permission of the mathematics education subject area.***
*Note: Normally offered in winter term only.*

EMTH 425 - Culturally Responsive Pedagogy in the Mathematics Classroom

In this course, students think critically about, and plan for, culturally responsive pedagogy (CRP) in school mathematics. Focusing on the theory and practice of CRP-related issues, including social justice, equity, Indigenous education, ethnomathematics, and linguistically-diverse learners, the course is grounded in critical, anti-oppressive, and inquiry-based philosophies.

EMTH 426 - Research in Mathematics Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment

Students engage in critical analysis and review of current research in mathematics curriculum, instruction and assessment. Drawing on critical and inquiry-based perspectives, the theory and practice of research in the field of mathematics education are explored in the contexts of SK mathematics curriculum development and individual classroom-based research.

EMTH 450 - Post-Internship Seminar in Secondary Mathematics

A post-internship course to reflect on pedagogical issues from internship and the teaching of secondary mathematics. Further consideration of the fundamental aspects of instruction: planning, teaching and evaluation. Special topics for effective teaching.
*** Prerequisite: Internship (EFLD 400) or approved teaching experience. EMTH 351 and MATH 223. ***
* Note: This is a required course for Mathematics Education majors. *

EMUS 101 - Introduction to Music Education: Part I

EMUS 101 will prepare pre-service educators to teach elementary music in general classroom settings within the context of K-12 Arts Education Curriculum.

EMUS 202 - Introduction to Music Education: Part II

EMUS 202 will prepare pre-service educators to teach middle years and secondary music in general classroom settings within the context of the K-12 Arts Education Curriculum.

EMUS 350 - General Music Instruction in Secondary Schools

Designed to prepare BMusEd/BMus students and Secondary Music Majors for the pre-internship teaching experience. Emphasis on lesson and unit planning, classroom management, professional development process and secondary general music methods.
***Prerequisite: ECS 303.***
*Note: Normally offered in winter term only.*

EMUS 366 - Curriculum, Methods, and Materials for Choral Instruction

Designed to survey current music education curriculum, methods, and materials suitable for comprehensive choral programs in elementary and secondary schools.
** Permission of the music education subject area is required to register. **

EMUS 377 - Curriculum, Methods, and Materials for Instrumental Band Instruction

Designed to survey current music education curriculum, methods, and materials suitable for comprehensive instrumental band programs in elementary and secondary schools.
***Prerequisite: MUTQ 285, MUTQ 286, MUTQ 287, or permission of the music education subject area.***

ENEV 901 - Research

Thesis research.

ENEV 902 - Engineering Project

A supervisor-approved project requiring an in-depth study and investigation of an environmental systems engineering problem. An examining committee consisting of the supervisor and one or more internal member(s) will provide a written evaluation of the project report. If the project report is deemed satisfactory, an oral presentation open to the entire University community will be made.

ENGG 051 - Engineering Co-op Work Term

Four-month co-op work term approved by the Faculty and arranged by the University Co-op Office. Four work terms are required for co-op designation and are normally taken in sequence.
*** Prerequisite: ENGL 100 ***

ENGG 052 - Engineering Co-op Work Term

Four-month co-op work term approved by the Faculty and arranged by the University Co-op Office. Four work terms are required for co-op designation and are normally taken in sequence.
*** Prerequisite: ENGG 051 ***

ENGG 053 - Engineering Co-op Work Term

Four-month co-op work term approved by the Faculty and arranged by the University Co-op Office. Four work terms are required for co-op designation and are normally taken in sequence.
*** Prerequisite: ENGG 052 ***

ENGG 054 - Engineering Co-op Work Term

Four-month co-op work term approved by the Faculty and arranged by the University Co-op Office. Four work terms are required for co-op designation and are normally taken in sequence.
*** Prerequisite: ENGG 053 ***

ENGG 071 - Engineering Internship Term I

Four month sequential internship terms approved by the Faculty and arranged by the University Co-op Office. The total number of internship terms must correspond to the placement agreement stipulating months of employment. Students will liaise with a Faculty mentor during internship.

ENGG 072 - Engineering Internship Term II

Four month sequential internship terms approved by the Faculty and arranged by the University Co-op Office. The total number of internship terms must correspond to the placement agreement stipulating months of employment. Students will liaise with a Faculty mentor during internship.
*** Prerequisite: ENGG 071 ***

ENGG 073 - Engineering Internship Term III

Four month sequential internship terms approved by the Faculty and arranged by the University Co-op Office. The total number of internship terms must correspond to the placement agreement stipulating months of employment. Students will liaise with a Faculty mentor during internship.
*** Prerequisite: ENGG 072 ***

ENGG 074 - Engineering Internship Term IV

Four month sequential internship terms approved by the Faculty and arranged by the University Co-op Office. The total number of internship terms must correspond to the placement agreement stipulating months of employment. Students will liaise with a Faculty mentor during internship.
*** Prerequisite: ENGG 073 ***

ENGG 600 - Engineering Co-op Placement Report

Students enrolled in a work study program will be required to complete a report on their Work Placement.

ENGG 601 - Engineering Co-op Placement First Work Term

The first one semester co-op placement for Graduate Students in the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science. To register, a student must be in good standing and enrolled in a Master's program in the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science.

ENGG 602 - Engineering Co-op Placement Second Work Term

The second one semester co-op placement for Graduate Students in the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science. To register, a student must be in good standing and enrolled in a Master's program in the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science.

EOE 224 - Introduction to Outdoor Education

A foundational course utilizing an interdisciplinary approach to the study of the nature and scope of outdoor education, its potential in the education process; techniques of conducting outdoor learning experiences.
*** Prerequisite: Second-year standing in the Faculty of Education. ***
* Note: Normally offered in fall semester only. *

EOE 338 - Utilization of the Winter Environment for Outdoor Education

A developmental course in outdoor education using an interdisciplinary approach to the acquisition of personal skills, knowledge, and attitudes related to the winter outdoor environment.
*** Prerequisite: EOE 224 or permission of health and physical education subject area. ***
* Note: Normally offered in winter semester only. *

EOE 339 - Utilization of the Summer Environment for Outdoor Education

A developmental course in outdoor education, using an interdisciplinary approach to the acquisition of personal skills, knowledge, and attitudes related to the summer outdoor environment.
***Prerequisite: EOE 224.***
*Additional Fee: $250.*

EOE 414 - Implementation of Outdoor Education Programs

A study of the ecological, historical, recreational, and aesthetic features of the year-round environment as a basis for designing a K-12 curriculum linked to outdoor education philosophy.
*** Prerequisite: EOE 224 and 6 credit hours of study in areas related to outdoor education. ***
* Note: Normally offered in winter semester only. *

EPE 100 - Introduction to Teaching Physical Education

Designed specifically for students preparing to teach physical education at the middle and high school levels. Objectives, instructional procedures, and curriculum are considered for elementary school physical education.
* Note: Normally offered in fall semester only. *

EPE 215 - Physical Education in the Elementary School

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

EPE 300 - Curriculum Content and Instruction for Elementary and Secondary School Physical Education

A study of the nature and scope of the school physical education program, analysis of selected curricula, development of curriculum support materials, study of program components, facilities, and equipment.
*** Prerequisite: Minimum of 21 credit hours in approved physical education courses. ***
* Note: Normally offered in fall semester only. *

EPE 310 - Physical Education in the Elementary School (Pre-K to Grade 8)

This course is designed specifically for student teachers preparing to teach physical education to elementary and middle years students. The course focuses on an overview of curriculum content, teaching methods, assessment and evaluation and learning resource materials and their application in teaching physical education in the context of schools and society today.
***Prerequisite: Completion of 51 credit hours including ECS 101, ECS 102, and ECS 203.***

EPE 317 - Teaching Physical Education in the Middle Years

This course is designed specifically for student teachers preparing to teach physical education to Middle Years students. The course focuses on an overview of curriculm content, teaching methods, assessment and evaluation and learning resource materials and their application in teaching physical education in the context of schools and society today. *** Prerequisite: For elementary (middle years concentration) pre-internship students only. ***

EPE 350 - Theories of Instruction in Secondary School Physical Education

A study of current trends in teaching physical education, analysis of teaching methods, course organization and management, utilization of teaching aids, and evaluation procedures.
***Prerequisite: Major Curriculum Class (EPE 300), Minimum of 18 credit hours in approved physical education courses and EPE 100***

EPE 489 - Post-Internship Seminar in Physical Education

A clinical and problem-solving approach to the teaching of physical education in the secondary school. Opportunity will be provided for students to undertake individual studies of specified pedagogical problems.
*** Prerequisite: Minimum of 21 credit hours in physical education courses or permission of the subject area, and successful completion of internship. ***
* Note: Normally offered in winter semester only. *

EPS 100 - Intro to Education: Principles and Practices

The role of schooling and the teacher; the nature of teaching as a career. In-school and on-campus labs. This course should be taken in the first year of program.
* Note: Normally Education students only. Space permitting, others may be admitted with special permission. Students must fill out the Workers' Compensation Agreement form. *
* Please note that the French version of this course is no longer available and will now be offered as ECSF 100, effective 200830. *

EPS 116 - Communication Skills

To assist education students in improving their communication skills for better teaching.
* Note: Restricted to Education students and the First Nations Language Instructors' Certificate students and students in the Level II Certificate in Child and Family Studies. *

EPS 200 - Principles and Practices of Secondary Teaching

Focus is on the purposes and tasks of the teacher as decision-maker. Content (declarative, procedural and attitudinal) consists of the fundamental processes and procedures of teaching.
*** Prerequisite: EPS 100, a minimum of 6 Arts/Science/Other courses; and acceptance into the secondary program. ***
** Recommendation from the EPS 100 team and the major Subject Area is required to register. **
* Note: While it is desirable for BEAD students to have taken EPS 100, they may be permitted to take EPS 100 and EPS 200 concurrently. Students must fill out the Workers' Compensation Agreement form. Note: Pass/Fail grade. *
* Please note that the French version of this course is no longer available and will now be offered as EPSF 300, effective 200830. *

EPS 215 - Principles and Practices of Elementary Teaching

This course provides instruction on, and practice in, basic instructional approaches. Students will develop further ability in, and understanding of, the roles of teachers in schools.
***Prerequisite: EPS 100.***
*Note: Students must fill out the Workers' Compensation Agreement form. Pass/Fail grade.*

EPS 225 - Principles and Practices of Elementary Teaching: II

Building on EPS 215, the course focuses on integrated and learner-centred instruction and the facilitation of learning.
*** Prerequisite: EPS 215 ***
* Note: Students must fill out the Workers' Compensation Agreement form. Pass/Fail grade. *
* Please note that the French version of this course will no longer be available and will now be offered as EPSF 325, effective 200830. *

EPS 350 - Principles and Practices of Secondary Teaching: II

Principles and Practices of Secondary Teaching: II
Making instructonal choices: a holistic view to teaching process and procedures for the secondary school teacher is fostered. Students study, practise and reflect in classes, labs, and high schools.
*** Prerequisite: EPS 100; EPS 200; developed major; developed minor; recommendations of the EPS 200 instructor, EPS 200 co-operating teacher and the major subject area. ***
** Corequisite: EPSY 350; subject area instruction courses. **
* Note: Students must fill out the Workers' Compensation Agreement form. Pass/Fail grade. *
* Please note that the French version of this course is no longer available and will now be offered as EPSF 350, effective 200830. *

EPSF 300 - Théories et pratique de l'enseignement

Les buts et les responsabilités de l'enseignant.e au secondaire sont ici considérés par rapport au processus de prise de décision. Le contenu du cours englobe la démarche et le processus de l'enseignement.
***Préalable : Être en troisième année du Bac élémentaire ou secondaire, accepté.e au BEAD élémentaire ou secondaire ou avec la permission du Bac.***
*Les étudiant.es doivent remplir le formulaire d'entente de la Commission des accidents de travail. Évaluation: Réussite/échec.*
*N.B.: Ce cours est limité aux étudiants de la Faculté d'éducation*

EPSF 325 - Théories et pratique de l'enseignement à l'élémentaire, II

Ce cours mettra l'accent sur l'intervention pédagogique centrée sur et subordonnée aux processus d'apprentissage de l'apprenant.
***Préalable: EPSF 300.***
*Les étudiants doivent remplir le formulaire d'entente de la Commission des accidents de travail. Évaluation: Réussite/échec.*
*N.B.: Ce cours est limité aux étudiants de la Faculté d'éducation.*

EPSF 350 - Théories et pratique de l'enseignement au secondaire, II

Une approche globale du processus d'apprentissage-enseignement au secondaire à travers l'étude, la pratique et la réflexion.
***Préalable : EPSF 300***
*Les étudiant.es doivent remplir le formulaire d'entente de la Commission des accidents de travail. Évaluation: Réussite/échec.*
*N.B.: Ce cours est limité aux étudiants de la Faculté d'éducation*

EPSY 205 - Understanding and Enhancing Student Development

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.

EPSY 217 - Teaching as a Helping Profession

This course provides an overview of basic communication skills used in counselling settings but appropriate for the classroom. Students will also be provided with an opportunity to examine the role of social context in developing a non-stereotypic framework for communication. Emphasis is placed on understanding, self-awareness about their own personal biases, as well as effective communication skills development.

EPSY 225 - Assessing Student Learning

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. *

EPSY 322 - Students with Exceptional Needs in the Inclusive Classroom

An introduction to universal design for learning and differentiated instruction for the inclusive classroom and school. Course content also includes an overview of characteristics and instructional implications associated with specific disabilities.
***Prerequisite: 30 credit hours.***

EPSY 323 - Designing Learning Environments for the Inclusive Classroom

A dynamic non-categorical approach to assessment and instruction for students with diverse learning styles and disabilities within the regular classroom.
***Prerequisite or Corequisite: EPSY 322, EPSY 400, or EPSY 418.***

EPSY 324 - Individual Assessment and Differentiated Instruction in the Inclusive Classroom

A case study approach to assessment, instruction and evaluation of individual students with diverse needs. The emphasis is on effective collaboration to meet individual student needs.
***Prerequisite: EPSY 322, EPSY 400, or EPSY 418***

EPSY 326 - Change, Collaboration and Consultation to Support Inclusive Education

The course explores theories and processes for planning, implementing and sustaining educational change. Course content includes processes for collaborating and consulting with teachers, families, paraprofessionals and other professionals to support inclusive education.
***Prerequisite or Corequisite: EPSY 322, EPSY 400, or EPSY 418.***

EPSY 328 - Communication Disorders in the Inclusive Classroom

This course focuses on a range of communication disorders (including identifying characteristics). Educational implications are discussed and practical classroom management strategies presented.
***Prerequisite: EPSY 322, EPSY 400, or EPSY 418***

EPSY 329 - Enhancing Inclusive Classroom Management

A dynamic, systemic approach to the development of a positive classroom environment. The course will address a range of theoretical and practical approaches for prevention and intervention for behavioural issues in the inclusive classroom with an emphasis on positive behavioural supports and interventions.
***Prerequisite or Corequisite: EPSY 322, EPSY 400, or EPSY 418.***

EPSY 330 - Autism Spectrum Disorders in the Inclusive Classroom

An overview of the nature of autism spectrum disorders, the associated characteristics, and strategies for instruction and behavioural support. ***Prerequisite: EPSY 322, EPSY 400, or EPSY 418***

EPSY 331 - Contemporary Trends in Inclusive Education

An exploration of contemporary trends and issues shaping the fields of inclusive and special education. Topics may include: functional assessment and positive behaviour support, self-advocacy and self-determination for students with developmental disabilities, issues of equity, gender, culture in inclusive education, and new curricula and pedagogies.
***Prerequisite: EPSY 322/400/418, EPSY 323, EPSY 324, and EPSY 328***

EPSY 332AB - Schema-Based Instruction & Students with Special Needs

Independent Study - This course will focus on cognitive strategy instruction, schema-based instruction and other metacognitive strategies for students with learning and developmental disabilities in secondary and elementary mathematics.
***Prerequisite: EPSY 322, EPSY 400, or EPSY 418***

EPSY 332AD - International Perspectives on Intellectual Disability and Inclusive Education

Students must attend the International Association for the Scientific Study of Intellectual Disability Conference (IASSID) in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Please note the conference fee is $450 (in US funds for students), and students must be a member of IASSID to register for the conference (which is $125 in US funds). Students register directly to the conference.
***Prerequisite: EPSY 322, EPSY 400, or EPSY 418***

EPSY 332AE - Supporting Students with Math Challenges

An Inclusive Education course designed to make mathematics more accessible to a diversity of students.
***Prerequisite: EPSY 322, EPSY 400, or EPSY 418***

EPSY 333 - Functional Behaviour Assessment and Positive Behaviour Support

This course provides the theoretical basis and extensive discussion and demonstration of current methods for conducting Functional Behaviour Assessments (FBA) and creating Positive Behaviour Supports (PBS) for persons who engage in challenging behaviours. Attention is paid to demonstrating how FBA and PBS planning can be effectively applied in inclusive education settings for students with a range of needs and characteristics.
***Prerequisite: EPSY 322, EPSY 400, or EPSY 418***

EPSY 350 - The Psychology of Learning and Adolescent Development

Introduction of selected principles of human learning and development as they apply to teaching in secondary schools. Topics include motivation and behaviour management, cognitive and behaviouristic learning theory, and cognitive, social, and personal development in adolescents.
*Note: PSYC 210 will no longer be accepted as an alternative to EPSY 350, effective 201010. *
* Note: Normally offered in winter only. *
* Please note that the French version of this course is no longer available and will now be offered as ECSF 317, effective 200830. *

EPSY 400 - Working with Difference & Diversity

This course focuses on understanding the construct of "disability". We will look at the writings of people with disabilities and use their self-accounts to develop a cultural understanding of disability. With this information in mind, the course concentrates on methods of working with students whose performance differs from the established norm.
***Prerequisite: Completion of 30 credit hours.***
*Note: EPSY 322 is equivalent to EPSY 400 and EPSY 418. Students will only receive credit for one of the following EPSY 322, EPSY 400, or EPSY 418.*
*Note: Restricted to Bachelor of Education and/or Inclusive Education Certificate students.*

EPSY 401 - Teaching Students with Specific Learning Disabilities

This course provides an understanding of the characteristics associated with Specific Learning Disabilities and considerations for instruction. Content includes effective instructional practices with an emphasis on reading and writing in K-12 inclusive settings.
***Prerequisite: EPSY 322 or EPSY 400 or EPSY 418***

EPSY 418 - Vers une pédagogie inclusive

Ce cours explore des écrits de personnes « en situation de handicap » pour comprendre la notion de «culture du handicap». De plus il développe l'aptitude à la préparation d'activités d'apprentissage fondées sur une pédagogie visant l'inclusion des élèves dont les performances diffèrent des normes préétablies dans notre société.
***Préalable : Avoir complété son internat ou avec la permission du Bac.***

EPSY 425 - Évaluation de l'apprentissage

Une introduction aux principes de base en évaluation de l'apprentisage des élèves à l'école. L'accent sera mis sur les liens entre la théorie et la pratique.
*** Préalable : Avoir complété son internat ou avec la permission du Bac. ***

EPSY 820 - Theories of Counselling

A study of the current theories of counselling. Critical examination of these theories, in terms of their historic significance, their relevance to school counselling and techniques that are appropriate for each.

EPSY 821 - Aptitude & Achieve Analysis

The use of standardized tests, anecdotal records, case studies, cumulative records and other similar guidance tools designed to help in the analysis of aptitudes, interests, abilities, and limitations of students.

EPSY 822 - Ed & Vocational Guidance

Topics include: learning problems and problems of adjustment in adolescence, academic and vocational decision-making, sources of vocational information and a study of post-high school educational and training programs.

EPSY 823 - Cognitive Assessment I

Theoretical background necessary for the administration and interpretation of the Wechsler Scales and revised Stanford Binet and other clinical tests of cognitive ability. Development of the scales, their rationale and related research with an emphasis in cross-cultural assessment issues.
*Additional Fee: $50.*

EPSY 824 - Group Counselling Theo & Prac

This course will acquaint the student with the theory and practice of group counselling as practiced in a variety of settings. Opportunities to experience group dynamics directly will be arranged.

EPSY 826 - Psychology of Learning

Current theory and resarch in human learning with particular reference to its cognitive, symbolic and motor aspects. Emphasis upon classroom behavior and application of theoretical principles to teaching and counselling.

EPSY 827 - Cognitive Assessment II

Practical experience in the administration and interpretation of clinical tests of cognitive ability.
***Prerequisite: EPSY 823.***
*Additional Fee: $100.*

EPSY 828 - Bldg Communities Ed & Psyc

A systematic examination of the helping professions' role in community issues through the prevention/crisis intervention continuum. Current theory is linked to effective practice.

EPSY 829 - Ethics & Professional Practice

Ethics and professional practice: This course provides for the examination of the philosophical, legal, and ethical issues that affect the practicing counsellor.

EPSY 830 - Counselling: Girls and Women

An overview of the unique concerns of girls and women as they relate to the helping professions, especially counselling. Current theory and practice are used to examine the roll of personal experience and social context in developing a nonstereotypic framework for counselling.

EPSY 831 - Counselling with Children and Youth

This course focuses on counselling children and adolescents using a strengths based perspective within a school context. Theory/practice linkages will be emphasized.

EPSY 832 - Deconstructing Counselling Skills

Supervised individual practical experience, this course is designed to teach students the foundational skills and processes involved in counselling relationships using decolonizing and social justice frameworks.

EPSY 833 - Special Topics:Ed/Couns Psych

This is a faculty-student seminar designed to discuss current issues in Educational Psychology. It may also include a practicum component depending on professional goal(s) of the course.

EPSY 834 - Resilience: Re-Conceptualizing Praxis

A conceptual and critical analysis of resilience and its place in day to day classroom life. Particular attention will be paid to how current research re-structures pedagogical and community practice, theory/practice connections are emphasized.

EPSY 835 - Practicing Disability: Telling Tales in Education and Psychology

Different models of disability will be explored, including those articulated by persons with disabilities themselves. Links will be made to research methodologies and ameliorative practices throughout the helping professions. Assignments will include applied project in current radical disabling praxis, involving Universal Design Principles and the Quality of Life (QoL) Model.

EPSY 836 - Neuropsychological Foundations

The course will survey topics in human neuropsychology. Classes will focus on introductory issues such as Physiology of the brain, brain-behaviour relations and classes of psychotropic medications. In the latter part of the course, student presentations will focus on current issues in the field.

EPSY 837 - Creativity and the Learning Process

Analysis of the nature of creativity; concepts of creative thinking and creative behaviours; problems, cultural differences, identification, evaluation and evaluation measures in educating for creative production; as well as other areas that focus on creativity, innovation, ingenuity, and/or discovery.

EPSY 838 - Multiple Ways of Healing

This course blends theory and practice to support multiple ways of healing with an emphasis on Indigenous perspectives. Students learn to disrupt the socially constituted separation between human and more-than human beings and move towards an ecological consciousness that identifies animals, plants, and land as key partners in the healing process.
*Note: Students may receive credit for one of EPSY 838 or EPSY 870AC.*

EPSY 839 - Indigenous Family Therapies

The Cultural Responsiveness Framework will guide the delivery of therapeutic services to Indigenous individuals, families, and communities. Students will develop an understanding of Indigenous family systems and their multigenerational issues. This course improves practitioners' therapeutic skills and knowledge of First Nations, Metis, and Indigenous people in Indigenous and Western contexts.
*Note: Students may receive credit for one of EPSY 839 or EPSY 870AB.*

EPSY 840 - The Social Bases of Behavior: Psychological Perspectives

This course is designed to promote a broader and deeper understanding of the social bases of behavior from a psychological perspective, with a special emphasis on linking social psychological research findings to the field of educational psychology.
*Note: Students may receive credit for one of EPSY 840 or EPSY 870AE.*

EPSY 841 - Advanced Child and Adolescent Psychopathology

This graduate course addresses broad issues related to child/adolescent psychopathology that are pertinent to educational psychologists, along with specific coverage of the prevalence, etiology, diagnostic criteria, co-morbidity and differential diagnoses of mental health problems primarily relevant to children/adolescents (using the current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders).
*Note: Students may receive credit for one of EPSY 841 or EPSY 870AA.*

EPSY 890AA - Fostering Classroom Relationships: Differentiating Instruction

This class explores both theory and practice around differentiated instruction. Focus is on understanding basic principles and the rationale behind differentiated instruction while implementing these within a staff development context.

EPSY 890AB - Possibilities for Grounded Theory Research for Studying Abusive Relationships

This course will explore the possibilities of Grounded Theory as a research methodology to study the experiences of women who are actively transitioning away from their abusive situations.

EPSY 890AC - Counselling with Children and Youth

This course focuses on counselling children and adolescents using a strengths based perspective within a school context. Theory/practice linkages will be emphasized.

EPSY 890AD - Construction: Self-construct

A literature review and critical analysis examining the issue of identity and the transformative learning/change required in a professional or life change.

EPSY 890AE - Societal Repsonses to Facilitation of Desistance From Crime

Current Canadian perspective on criminal behavior, punishment and rehabilitation, and the congruent/incongruent features with those of other developed nations. Explores the effect of criminality on the individual and the targeted internal change that is the focus of rehabiliative efforts across theoretical bases.

EPSY 890AF - Effective Pedagogical Models for Youth at Risk

This course will examine the notions, research, and literature about youth at risk, and effective pedagogical models for youth at risk.

EPSY 890AG - The Artist Within: Fine Arts Alternatives for Students with Developmental Disorders

This course will examine fine arts and students with pervasive developmental disorders and other cognitive disabilites. Through the theorectial lens of disability studies in education students will learn how the arts may be implicated and expressed in a very diverse population of students with developmental disorders.

EPSY 890AH - Sustainable/Resilience of Eastern and Western Counselling Methodology

A comparative study of traditional, current Western counselling techniques and techniques based on Eastern Buddhist psychology as it relates to sustaining well-being. An examination will be made of the sustainable/resilient value of the Eastern-based practice to the Western-based practice in modern life.

EPSY 890AI - Creating Respect for Disability as Difference in the Elementary Classroom

This course will examine diversities in the elementary classrooms with emphasis upon students with disabilities. We will consider how to effectively set up classroom where inclusion of all students is effectively practiced. In doing so, this course will take up critical conceptions of disablement.

EPSY 890AJ - Mindfulness and its Implications for Sustainability

The analysis of Mindfulness Theory and current psychological interpretations linked to sustainability.

EPSY 890AK - Approaching Counselling Through the Visual Arts and Dance

Focus is on the visual arts and dance as therapeutic interventions in a counselling context. Particular emphasis is placed on merging theory and practice and using experiential learning.

EPSY 890AL - Holistic Education: Paths to Learning

This course focuses on the nature, place, theory, and practice of holism in an educational context. Using philosophical, psychological, and social lens, the course emphasizes theory/practice links along with personal growth and change as integral to teaching and learning.

EPSY 890AM - Implications of Meditation Practice and Sustaining Well-being and Life Style Choice.

This class reviews research specific to the implications of meditative forms and the values of those forms in maintaining and enhancing mental well-being. The class examines current research related to the implications of meditation on sustaining mental well-being.

EPSY 890AN - Early School Leavers: Examining Predictors, Prevention, and Persistance

Surveys and analyzes the scholarly literature on (a) individual, social, and school factors that may be predictors of high school drop-out for students considered to be "at risk"; (b) interventions aimed at keeping students in school; and (c) outcomes of prevention and intervention programs and supports.

EPSY 890AO - Aboriginal Family Therapies

This course will explore models of best practices in the delivery of healing services to Aboriginal individuals, families, and communities. Students will develop an understanding of Aboriginal family systems and their multigenerational issues. This course will enhance a practitioner’s therapeutic skills and understanding in working with Aboriginal peoples.

EPSY 890AP - Autism Spectrum Disorder

This course will focus on suveying and analyzing the scholarly literature on the characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), implications for instruction, and evidence-based instructional practices in academic areas for young children (K to Grade 3) with ASD with particular attention to video self-modelling.

EPSY 890AQ - Video Modelling as an Intervention for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder

This course will focus on surveying and analyzing the scholarly literature on the application of video modelling as an instructional strategy across areas of development for students with autism spectrum disorder.

EPSY 890AR - Autism and Identity Construction

An overview of first person narratives, counter-cultural constructions, neuro-diversity frameworks, and disability studies on Autism Spectrum Disorder.

EPSY 890AS - Inclusive Post-secondary Education

This course will focus on post-secondary education for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

EPSY 890AT - Exploring Perspectives of Psychopathology: Conceptualizing Mental Illness

Course content, readings and assignments are focused on the conceptualization of psychopathology. This will be completed through an in-depth literature review and analysis of perspectives of mental illness. Perspectives to be explored include: the medical model (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders; DSM); the biological perspective; the psychological perspective with focus on recent cognitive research; the social perspective; and integrative (biopsychosocial model and diathesis stress model).

EPSY 890AU - Theoretical Conceptualizations of the Stigma of Mental Illness

Course content, readings and assignments are focused on the fundamental concepts associated with the stigma of mental illness. This will be completed through an in-depth literature analysis of theoretical conceptualizations (i.e. the social psychological and social cognitive perspectives), the psychological stigma process (i.e., prejudice, stereotypes and discrimination), types of stigma, social psychological theories on attitude formation and factors associated in the development of stigmatizing attitudes.

EPSY 890AV - Understanding Cognitive Ability and Professional Issues of Psychological Testing

Explores the concept of cognitive ability and how cognitive abilities are assessed in Canadian schools. Emphasis is on the examination of the professional issues, ethics and challenges of working with children, professionals and parents in schools and clinical settings. Opportunities to explore common standardized tests will be provided.

EPSY 890AW - Advanced Understanding of Cognitive Testing, Scoring, and Interpretation

The course is designed to teach the advanced skills necessary for administration, scoring, interpretation, and reporting of standardized cognitive tests. Competency will be assessed based on technical expertise in test administration, ease of test administration, accurate scoring, evidence-based interpretation of results, and the ability to write accessible and legally-defensible reports.

EPSY 890AX - Underpinnings of UDL and DI

This course looks at the research underpinnings of key educational concepts in inclusive education, including Universal Design for Learning and Differentiated Instruction. It will uncover the cognitive and psychological reasons that form the base of UDL and DI, and how these connect to larger questions of community involvement in schools.

EPSY 890AZ - School Readiness: What's the Story?

This course will explore literature, practice and perceptions of the notion of "school readiness". Through a survey of current literature, curricular documents and teaching praxis: the student will come to a deeper understanding of the changing perceptions of school readiness and the effect on child development and learning.

EPSY 890BA - Selected Topics in the Understanding of Anxiety

In this course, students will read a variety of articles in preparation for the development of a scoping/systematic review (whichever the student prefer) on the role anxiety plays in disrupting underpinnings of learning.

EPSY 890BB - Solution Focused Strategies to Address Trauma

This course will provide the current information on the biopsychosocial phenomenon of trauma. Identify how to assess and respond ethically and appropriately to adult clients. Examine the effects of and the responses to working with traumatized individuals. Develop trauma-informed approaches to work that enhance personal and professional resilience.

EPSY 890BC - Gifted Education: Misunderstood and Often Neglected in K to 12 Schools

This course includes:
• The nature and needs of gifted learners
• The nurturing of gifts/talents in the early years and beyond
• Understanding and supporting “Twice Exceptional” learners
• Differentiating to meet the learning, creative, and social-emotional needs of gifted students in inclusive classrooms
• Planning and implementing gifted programs: models and approaches

EPSY 890BD - Student Mental Health Needs and Supports in Saskatchewan Schools

A contextual scan of the mental health needs of youth in Canada broadly, and Saskatchewan specifically. A scan and review of School Based Mental Health (SBMH) initiatives in Canada, and globally. A scoping review of SBMH initiatives in Saskatchewan—including barriers and facilitators, and suggestions for improvements and advancements.

EPSY 950 - Advanced Studies: Development

An overview of the theories of development, current issues, critique of theories of human development and an investigation of current research in human development. This is a general course from Educational Psychology being offered to individuals in the Ph.D. program, in all sub-disciplines.

ERDG 215 - The Teaching of Reading

This course prepares students to teach reading in the elementary school by developing an understanding of reading processes and current pedagogical approaches.
***Prerequisite: ELNG 205.***

ERDG 310 - Teaching Literacy for a Better World (Pre-K to Grade 8)

This course prepares future elementary and middle years teachers to support and instruct students, as readers and writers; to grow through progressive and genre pedagogies; to accommodate transience through the literacy program; and to offer literature from a variety of cultures.
***Prerequisite: Completion of 51 credit hours including ECS 101, ECS 102, and ECS 203.***

ERDG 317 - Teaching Critical Literacy

This course provides methods for teaching critical reading and writing practices to middle grade students, including those who are learning school English as a second language or dialect. It offers strategies for engaging children in literacy learning, in the study of multicultural literature, and in using literacy for social action.
*** Prerequisite: For elementary (middle years concentration) pre-internship students only. ***

ERDG 332 - Reading in the Secondary School

Introduction to the teaching of reading in secondary subject areas for secondary English teachers and others. Content includes the nature of reading processes and teaching strategies that address individual differences.
***Prerequisite: ECS 101 or EPS 100***
* Note: Normally offered in fall term only. *

ERDG 425 - Culturally Responsive Literacy Education

This critical multicultural literacy assessment and instruction course examines the purposes of literacy and assessment and provides teachers with knowledge and experience to design and implement assessment and instruction within broader views of culture, literacy and assessment. Normally in this course, students engage in instructing school-aged learners.
***Pre-requisites: For Elementary students: One of ELNG 200, 205 or ELNG 325; and one of ERDG 215, 310 or 317; For Secondary students: ELNG 300 and 350***

EREL 300 - Introduction to Religious Education

A foundational course on the theory and methodology of religious education in the elementary and secondary school.
*** Prerequisite: At least second year standing and RLST 100, or permission of the subject area. ***
* Note: Normally offered in fall semester only. *

ESCI 215 - Introduction to Teaching of Elementary School Science

Philosophy, objectives, curriculum materials, structure, and teaching of elementary school science. Enquiry approach to science education.
*** Prerequisite: Completion of first year in the Elementary Program. ***

ESCI 300 - Curriculum in Secondary Science Education

Designed to introduce student-centred science pedagogies, using curricular concepts appropriate to Secondary Science. Through hands-on, experiential learning future science educators will gain confidence in their ability to create a highly interactive science program This course is required of all secondary science students.
*** Prerequisite: At least 3 courses in the major or minor area, or permission of the subject area. ***

ESCI 302 - Environmental Education

Theory and practice in environmental education, including the history and philosophy of environmental education, course design (K-12), and issues investigation.

ESCI 310 - Science Education (Pre-K to Grade 8)

Curriculum, instruction and evaluation in elementary and middle school science. Pedagogical application of prerequisite course material presented in Environmental Education (ESCI 302).
***Prerequisite: Completion of 51 credit hours including ECS 101, ECS 102, and ECS 203.***

ESCI 317 - Introduction to Teaching and Learning Science in Middle Years Education

Designed to introduce student-centred science pedagogies, using curricular concepts appropriate to Middle Years science. Through hands-on, experiential learning future educators will gain confidence in the delivery of a highly interactive science program.
*** Prerequisite: For elementary (middle years concentration) pre-internship students only. ***

ESCI 350 - Curriculum and Instruction in Secondary School Science

The critical appraisal of secondary school science curricula through investigation of the nature, purposes, and trends in secondary school science and the construction of personal practical theory (framework) for instruction.
***Prerequisite: ESCI 300 or permission of the subject area***
*Note: Normally offered in winter term only.*

ESCI 351 - Special Topics in Secondary School Science Education

Special topics in curriculum and instruction in the secondary school sciences (biology, chemistry, and physics). Area of emphasis determined by student needs.
***Prerequisite: Major Curriculum Class (ESCI 300) or permission of the subject area.***
*Note: Normally offered in winter term only.*

ESCI 354 - Curriculum and Instruction in Secondary School Physics

This course will explore fundamentals of teaching physics from a hands-on, student centred approach. A variety of instructional strategies will be explored, demonstrated and practiced. Content of the Saskatchewan Physics 20 and 30 Curricula will be examined.

ESCI 355 - Teaching Methods for Secondary School Physics

This course explores teaching physics with a foundation of a constructivist learning model. A focus will be on developing instructional strategies and resources that are consistent with constructivist principles of learning. Content of the Saskatchewan Physics 20 and 30 Physics Curricula will be used as the central focus of resource creation.

ESCI 360 - Learning and Assessment in Science Education

This course explores the design of assessment strategies based on a constructivist model of learning for use in science education. A range of alternative strategies will be examined including some focused on the exploration of STSE issues in science and society.

ESCI 370 - Curriculum and Instruction in Secondary School Chemistry

This course will explore fundamentals of teaching chemistry from a hands-on, student centred approach. A variety of instructional strategies will be explored, demonstrated and practiced. Content of the Saskatchewan Chemistry 20 and 30 Curricula will be explored.

ESCI 371 - Teaching Methods for Secondary School Chemistry

This course explores teaching chemistry with a foundation of a constructivist learning model. A focus will be on developing instructional strategies and resources that are consistent with constructivist principles of learning. Content of the Saskatchewan Chemistry 20 and 30 Curricula be used as the central focus of resource creation.

ESCI 401 - Participatory Research in Science Education

A post-intership seminar course to examine specific aspects of the internship experience through reflection and research.
*** Prerequisite: Internship ***
* Note: Normally offered in winter semester only. *

ESL EX01 - Explore Program, Level 1

Our ESL program offers the Explore Program to Francophone students from Quebec as well as to international students. Participants must be at least 19 years old for the spring session and 16 years old for the summer session.

Students will receive an average of 6.5 program hours per day, which includes formal lessons, language workshops and cultural activities. Other optional activities include a trip to Banff National Park and some local events in Saskatchewan (additional fees are required for these activities).

While on campus, students have free access to libraries, gyms, swimming pool, fitness centre, Internet/computers. We provide two types of accommodation: Homestay at selected Canadian families for students age 16, 17 and 18 or on-campus residences for 19 years and above. Students who are below 19 and come with a full-time chaperone may choose to stay in on-campus residences. We will help to make arrangements and discuss residence guidelines in advance.

ESLF 020 - ESL Fast Track - High Basic

Fast Track 020 is an intensive accelerated ESL course. The four language skills - listening, speaking, reading, and writing - will be integrated based on themes in the textbook, pair activitivities, group discussions, presentations and online activities. Students must pass both the final exam -and- the course for direct entry into ESL 030.

ESLF 030 - ESL Fast Track - Intermediate

Fast Track 030 is an intensive, accelerated ESL course. The four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing will be integrated based on themes in the textbook, pair activitivities, group discussions, presentations and extensive online activities. Students must pass both the final exam and the course for direct entry into ESL 040.

** Pre-requisite(s): Current ESL students registered within the last two semesters; AND who have passed ESL 020 (60% or greater combined core & skill grade), OR failed ESL 030. **

ESST 100 - Métis Knowledge, Customs and Traditions

This course will provide students with teachable skills and knowledge in Métis identity and traditions. Students will experience the principles of traditional Métis ways of teaching and learning such as learning by doing; learning by deeply observing; learning through listening and telling stories; learning within a community; and learning by sharing and providing service to the comunity. This course will integrate hands-on practical activities with theoretical knowledge.

ESST 215 - Social Studies for Elementary School Teachers

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

ESST 300 - Curriculum Content in Secondary School Social Studies

Investigation into the nature, purposes, and trends of secondary social studies programs; analysis of curricula, unit planning and resources.
*** Prerequisite: 3rd year standing in Secondary Education. ***
* Note: Normally offered in fall semester only. *

ESST 310 - Social Studies for Elementary School Teachers (Pre-K to Grade 8)

Objectives, methods of teaching, curricular models, and materials in elementary and middle school social studies are reviewed. Theories and governing philosophies of social studies education are explored. Approaches to social and environmental justice are emphasized. The linkages between social studies education, citizenship education and community based engagement will be examined.
***Prerequisite: Completion of 51 credit hours including ECS 101, ECS 102, and ECS 203.***

ESST 317 - Teaching Engaged Citizenship: Social Studies and Social/Environmental Activism

An integrative, community based approach to social and environmental justice issues in local contexts. Students will engage in and reflect on community based action projects as a means of teaching for citizenship. The course models ways of connecting all students with community resources and community knowledge of contemporary issues.
*** Prerequisite: For elementary (middle years concentration) pre-internship students only. ***

ESST 350 - Theories of Instruction in the Teaching of Secondary Social Studies

Theoretical and practical consideration of ways of evaluating student achievement in a variety of learning objectives: understanding, enquiry skills, critical thinking and valuing.
***Prerequisite: Major Curriculum Class (ESST 300) and 3rd year standing in Secondary Education.***
*Note: Normally offered in winter term only.*

ESST 360 - Special Topics in Social Studies Education

This course explores a variety of contemporary topics in the teaching and learning of social studies. *** Prerequisite: ESST 300 *** ** Corequisite: ESST 350 **

ESST 369 - Critical Literacy in Social Studies: Issues for Pedagogical Practice

An integrative and reflective investigation of pedagogical issues in social studies oriented to promote a critical literacy for social studies education.
*** Prerequisite: Internship and/or teaching experience. ***
* Note: Normally offered in winter semester only. *

EVIS 101 - Introduction to Visual Education

This course is designed specifically for students preparing for arts education, kindergarten through grade 12. Curriculum will be addressed through Ttheory, content, and practice related to visual education.

EVIS 202 - Approaches to Teaching Visual Education

This course is designed for students in the arts education program. Emphasis will be on curriculum and approaches to teaching visual education, kindergarten through grade 12.

EVIS 326 - Domains and Theories of Instruction: Visual Education

Critical analysis of curriculum theory and development in visual education; students will develop curriculum based on personal development, artistic heritage, art in society, and critical analysis.
*** Prerequisite: EVIS 101 and 202 or permission of the subject area. ***

GBUS 600 - Graduate Business Co-op Placement Report

Students enrolled in a work study program will be required to complete a report on their Work Placement.

GBUS 601 - Graduate Business Co-op Placement First Work Term

Students enrolled in a work study semester will be required to register in six credit hours for each of two work semesters in a work placement.

GBUS 602 - Graduate Business Co-op Placement Second Work Term

Students enrolled in a work study semester will be required to register in six credit hours for each of two work semesters in a work placement.

GBUS 801 - Grad Work Term I

This work placement is for students who wish to gain work experience in business or management in Canada. Students will be exposed to the skills used by managers at senior levels in business and management and will perform a variety of tasks.

GBUS 802 - Grad Work Term II

This second work placement is for students who wish to gain work experience in business or management in Canada. Students wil be exposed to the skills used by managers at senior levels in business and management and will perform a variety of tasks.

GBUS 803 - Grad Work Term III

This third work placement is for students who wish to gain work experience in business or management in Canada. Students wil be exposed to the skills used by managers at senior levels in business and management and will perform a variety of tasks.

MATH 051 - Mathematics Co-op Work Term

Four-month co-op work term approved by the department and arranged by the co-op coordinator.

MATH 052 - Mathematics Co-op Work Term

Four-month co-op work term #2 approved by the department and arranged by the co-op coordinator.
*** Prerequisite: MATH 051 ***

MATH 053 - Mathematics Co-op Work Term

Four month co-op work term #3 approved by the department and arranged by the co-op coordinator.
*** Prerequisite: MATH 052 ***

MATH 054 - Mathematics Co-op Work Term

Four month co-op work term #4 approved by the department and arranged by the coop coordinator.
*** Prerequisite: MATH 053 ***

MATH 101 - Introductory Finite Mathematics I

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.
***Prerequisite: University Admission.***
*Note: Students who have received credit for any mathematics or statistics 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.*

MATH 102 - Mathematical Modelling and Precalculus

A course in problem solving through the use of mathematical models involving algebraic, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions and their graphs. The purpose of this course is to enhance students’ abilities to express, visualize, and model real-world problems through an understanding of common functions and their graphs.
***Prerequisite: Any one of the following: Foundations of Mathematics 30, Precalculus 20, Math B30, Math C30, or AMTH 092***
*Note: Students who have received credit in Math 103 or 110 cannot take Math 102 for credit*

MATH 103 - Applied Calculus I

Differentiation of algebraic, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Optimization, curve sketching, and integration by substitution.
***Prerequisite: Precalculus 30 or Mathematics B30 with a grade of at least 65%, or PMTH 092 with a grade of at least 70%, or Math102***
*Note: Although Math 103 leads to Math 112, students who require three or more calculus-based courses should take Math 110 instead of Math 103. Students will only receive credit for one of MATH 103 or 110*

MATH 108 - Mathematical Problems, Ideas and Personalities

This course explores some of the most significant and enduring ideas in mathematics: the great theorems, discoveries of beauty and insight that stand today as monuments to the human intellect.
*** Prerequisite: Precalculus 20 or Foundations of Math 20 or Math A30 or AMTH 092***
* Note: This course is designed mainly for students in arts or education who wish some exposure to mathematical ideas. It satisfies the critical thinking requirement in the Faculty of Arts.

MATH 110 - Calculus I

An introductory class in the theory and techniques of differentiation and integration of algebraic and trigonometric functions. Topics include limits, optimization, curve sketching, and areas.
***Prerequisite: Precalculus 30 with at least 75%, or Calculus 30 or Mathematics B30 and C30 with a grade of at least 65% in each or Math 102***
*Note: Students can receive credit for only one of MATH 103 or 110*

MATH 111 - Calculus II

Differentiation and integration of exponential and logarithmic functions; methods of integration and applications; indeterminate forms, L'Hospital's rule and improper integrals; sequences, series, power series and Taylor series.
***Prerequisite: MATH 110, or MATH 103 with a grade of at least 80%***

MATH 112 - Applied Calculus II

An introduction to calculus in two and three variables, first-order differential equations, infinite series, and calculus of trigonometric functions.
***Prerequisites: MATH 103 and Precalculus 30, or MATH 110***
*Note: MATH 112 is a terminal course and is not intended for students who require further calculus courses. Students will receive credit for only one of MATH 111 and 112*

MATH 116 - Mathematics of Finance I

his course provides a basis of financial mathematics. Topics include measurement of interest, basic and general annuities, yield rates, amortization schedules, and sinking funds.
***Prerequisite: MATH 103 or 110.***
*Note: Students can receive credit for only one of MATH 116 and ACSC 116*

MATH 122 - Linear Algebra I

A course intended to introduce students to elementary linear algebra, particularly at a computational and applied level. Topics include matrices and systems of equations, inversion, determinants, vectors, inner products, eigenvectors and eigenvalues.
***Prerequisite: Precalculus 30, Mathematics B30 and C30, or Math 102.***

MATH 124 - The Art and Science of Secret Writing

The course examines methods of message encryption and cryptoanalysis. Attention will be given to the history of cryptology and the public-policy questions raised by its use in conjunction with the Internet. However, the focus will be on the mathematical tools needed to develop and analyze encryption algorithms.
*** Prerequisites: Foundations of Math 30 or Precalculus 20 or Math B30 or AMTH 092 ***

MATH 127 - Introductory Finite Mathematics II

Elementary linear programming, counting methods involving permutations and combinations, probability, statistics, regression, and consumer mathematics including interest calculations, annuities and amortizations.
***Prerequisite: Foundations of Math 20 or Precalculus 20 or Math B30 or AMTH 092 or MATH 101***
*Note: Mathematics 127 is not algebra, nor pre-calculus, nor calculus. It satisfies the critical thinking requirement in the Faculty of Arts.*
*Note: Students outside of the Faculty of Education cannot take this course for credit if they have received credit for a MATH, STAT, or ACSC course above 200.*

MATH 184 - Problem Solving Techniques

A course providing hands-on training in mathematical problem solving, with a view towards preparing for the Putnam Competition. However, participation in the Putnam is not a requirement. The course covers strategies to tackle problems, as well as selected topics from algebra, combinatorics, number theory, geometry, and analysis.
***Prerequisite: Precalculus 30 with at least a 75%; or Calculus 30; or Mathematics B30 and C30 with a grade of at least 65% in each; or MATH 102.***
*Note: This course carries only one credit hour.*

MATH 213 - Vector Calculus

A study of vector functions and functions of several variables and their derivatives; Applied maximum and minimum problems, Lagrange multipliers, multiple integration, integration in polar, cylindrical and spherical coordinates; Green's, Stokes' and the Divergence Theorem.
***Prerequisite: MATH 111 and 122***

MATH 216 - Mathematics of Finance II

This course is a continuation of Mathematics of Finance I and covers more advanced topics ranging from the theory of interest to principles of corporate finance. Specific topics include bonds, securities, analysis of risk and basic principles of pricing theory.
***Prerequisite: MATH 116 or ACSC 116***
*Note: Students can receive credit for only one of Math 216 and ACSC 216*

MATH 217 - Differential Equations I

Ordinary differential equations, modelling with differential equations, Laplace transforms.
***Prerequisite: MATH 111 and MATH 122***

MATH 221 - Introduction to Proofs and Problem Solving

An introductory course intended to familiarize students with mathematical reasoning and proof techniques, including direct reasoning, indirect reasoning, and mathematical induction. Topics include elementary number theory, logic, sets, functions, and relations.
***Prerequisite: Two university math courses beyond MATH 102.***

MATH 222 - Linear Algebra II

A second course in linear algebra. There will be some emphasis on proofs. Topics include matrices, abstract vector spaces, subspaces, bases, inner product spaces, linear transformations, matrix factorizations, symmetric matrices, quadratic forms, and applications of linear algebra.
***Prerequisite: MATH 122, and one of MATH 103 or 110.***

MATH 223 - Introduction to Abstract Algebra

An introductory course in abstract algebra. Topics include number systems and an introduction to groups, and some other mathematical structures.
***Prerequisite: MATH 221.***

MATH 231 - Euclidean Geometry

This course is intended to familiarize the student with Euclidean geometry. Topics include the postulates and theorems of both classical and modern Euclidean geometry.
***Prerequisite: MATH 221***
*Note: This course is designed for students without a strong background in Euclidean geometry. Students with a mark of at least 70% in either Mathematics C30 or Precalculus 30 should register in MATH 331*

MATH 251 - Introduction to Probability

Basic notions of probability; discrete and continuous random variables; expectation; moment generating functions; joint discrete random variables.
***Prerequisites: MATH 111 or MATH 112 and one of STAT 160 or STAT 200***
*Note: Students can receive credit for only one of Math 251 and Stat 251*

MATH 261 - Methods of Numerical Analysis

Topics will include number systems and errors, solutions of polynomial and other nonlinear equations, interpolation, numerical differentiation and integration, and the cubic spline.
***Prerequisite: MATH 111, MATH 122, and CS 110.***
*Note: Students will receive credit for only one of CS 261, CS 345 or MATH 261.*

MATH 284 - Problem Solving Techniques

A course providing hands-on training in mathematical problem solving, with a view towards preparing for the Putnam Competition. However, participation in the Putnam is not a requirement. The course covers strategies to tackle problems, as well as selected topics from algebra, combinatorics, number theory, geometry, and analysis.
***Prerequisite: MATH 184 or permission of the instructor.***
*Note: This course carries only one credit hour.*

MATH 300 - Introduction to Set Theory

Sets, relations, and operations on them. Natural numbers. Finite and infinite sets, ordinals and cardinals. Recursion theorems. Arithmetic of cardinals and ordinals. A brief introduction to set-theoretic topology. Construction of the real numbers and basic properties.
***Prerequisite: MATH 221.***

MATH 301 - Introduction to Mathematical Logic

Propositional and first-order predicate logic from a mathematical viewpoint. Axiomatically built theories and their models. Detailed study of one or more simple mathematical theories. Recursive functions. Basic ideas of automated theorem proving.
***Prerequisite: MATH 221.***

MATH 305 - Introductory Mathematical Analysis

Cardinality, real numbers and their topology, sequences, limits, continuity, and differentiation for functions of one real variable.
***Prerequisite: MATH 221 and 111.***
*Note: This course is designed for students interested in majoring in Mathematics. Students considering a degree in Mathematics with Honours are encouraged to complete this course by the end of their second year.*

MATH 308 - Topics in the History of Mathematics

A survey of the history of mathematics, focusing on mathematics developed before 1850. Topics may include mathematics of ancient cultures, cultural aspects of mathematics, how mathematics developed around the world, famous mathematicians and classical mathematics texts. This course is designed for majors in mathematics or mathematics education with a solid background in mathematics. It will be offered in the winter semester, alternating with MATH 309.
***Prerequisite: MATH 111, 122, and 221.***

MATH 309 - Topics in Modern Mathematics

A survey of modern mathematics, examining the objectives of mathematical advancement, important modern results in mathematics, mathematicians of the modern era, and the influences of modern mathematics on contemporary science. The focus of this course will be on mathematics after Gauss (post 1850). The emphasis will be on general modern approaches to mathematical problems and the philosophy of mathematics, rather than specific results. Topics will include (but are not limited to): the nature of mathematical knowledge, origins of modern mathematics, biographies of mathematicians and the influence of mathematics on contemporary science.
***Prerequisite: MATH 111, 122 and 221.***
*Note: This course is designed for majors in mathematics or mathematics education with a solid background in mathematics. It will be offered in the winter semester, alternating with MATH 308.*

MATH 312 - Complex Analysis I

Complex numbers, analytic functions, contour integration, Cauchy's theorem, infinite series, calculus of residues, basic theory of conformal mappings.
***Prerequisite: MATH 213.***

MATH 313 - Mathematical Analysis II

The Riemann integral for functions of one variable, sequences and series of functions, differentiation and integration for functions of several variables.
***Prerequisites: MATH 213 and MATH 305.***

MATH 316 - Mathematics of Finance III

This course covers the theory and pricing of financial derivatives such as Puts and Calls, with particular emphasis on the Black-Scholes model.
***Prerequisite: ACSC 216 or MATH 216, and STAT 251***
*Note: Students can receive credit for only one of MATH 316, STAT 316, and ACSC 316.*

MATH 317 - Real Analysis

Construction of the real numbers, structure of metric spaces, continuous functions on metric spaces, convergence of series, differential equations.
***Prerequisite: MATH 217 and 313.***

MATH 321 - Number Theory I

This is an introductory course in number theory. Topics include divisibility, primes, congruences, number theoretic functions, and diophantine equations.
***Prerequisite: MATH 221***

MATH 322 - Matrix Theory

Topics include: positive definiteness, Jordan canonical form, nonnegative matrices, and applications in matrix analysis.
***Prerequisite: MATH 222.***

MATH 323 - Modern Algebra I

A course in abstract algebra dealing with groups, rings, unique factorization domains and fields.
***Prerequisite: MATH 223.***

MATH 327 - Introductory Combinatorics

A first course in Combinatorics. Topics include counting, permutations and combinations, inclusion and exclusion, binomial theorem and identities with binomial coefficients, generating functions and recurrence relations, and a brief introduction to design theory.
***Prerequisite: MATH 221 and 111.***

MATH 328 - Introduction to Graph Theory

A first course in Graph Theory. Topics include isomorphism, Graph Algorithms, Trees, Digraphs and Networks, Planar graphs, Connectivity, Independence number, cliques and graph colouring.
***Prerequisite: MATH 221 and 111.***

MATH 329 - Linear and Discrete Optimization

A course in the theory and techniques of linear programming; convexity and extreme points of polyhedral sets, the simplex method, duality and selected applications will be covered.
***Prerequisite: CS 110, MATH 122 and MATH 221 or permission of Department Head.***

MATH 331 - Non-Euclidean Geometry

This course gives an explaination of the nature and foundations of geometry and uses for this purpose the systems of non-Euclidean geometry. It outlines the concept of mathematical models and the historical and logical significance of the parallel postulate.
***Prerequisite: MATH 110, and one of MATH 122 or MATH 231.***
*Note: Students may receive credit for only one of Math 232 and Math 331.*

MATH 335 - Introduction to Differential Geometry

Differential invariants of curves and surfaces in Euclidean three-space.
***Prerequisite: MATH 217.***

MATH 361 - Numerical Analysis I

Least squares and other approximations. Difference equations. Solutions of algebraic systems. Symbol manipulators.
***Prerequisite: MATH 213 and either MATH 261 or CS 261.***

MATH 381 - Differential Equations II

Series solutions of linear equations, systems of linear first-order equations, Fourier series, boundary-value problems, integral transforms, and numerical methods.
***Prerequisite: MATH 217.***

MATH 382 - Ordinary Differential Equations

Existence and uniqueness of solutions, linear systems, non-linear equations, stability, Liapunov's method, applications.
***Prerequisite: MATH 217.***

MATH 384 - Problem Solving Techniques

A course providing hands-on training in mathematical problem solving, with a view towards preparing for the Putnam Competition. However, participation in the Putnam is not a requirement. The course covers strategies to tackle problems, as well as selected topics from algebra, combinatorics, number theory, geometry, and analysis.
***Prerequisite: MATH 284 or permission of the instructor.***
*Note: This course carries only one credit hour.*

MATH 395AB - Directed Readings in Probability Theory

Selected advanced topics concerning multivariate random variables and distributions, and stochastic processes.
***Permission of the Department Head is required to register***

MATH 401 - Matrix Groups

An introduction to Lie group theory through study of the classical groups.
*** Prerequisite: MATH 305 and 323 ***

MATH 411 - Measure and Integration

Measurable functions, Lebesgue integrals, Lp spaces, modes of convergence, signed measures, Radon-Nikodym Theorem.
***Prerequisite: MATH 313.***

MATH 412 - Complex Analysis II

This is a continuation of MATH 312. Topics include conformal mappings, argument principle, Rouche's theorem, harmonic functions, Riemann Mapping Theorem, infinite products, asymptotic expansions.
***Prerequisite: MATH 312.***

MATH 416 - Introduction to Quantum Information Theory

A first course in the mathematics of quantum information theory. Topics include information measures, quantum states and observables, qubits, entanglement, quantum channels, entropy, and measurements.
***Prerequisite: MATH 305 or MATH 312 or MATH 322, or permission of the Department Head***

MATH 418 - Introduction to Lie Algebras and Representation Theory

This course is an introduction to the structure of finite dimensional complex semisimple Lie algebras, via root systems, as well as their finite dimensional irreducible representations, through highest weight modules.
***Prerequisites: MATH 222 and 323***
*Note: Students can only receive credit for one of MATH 418, 495AD, and MATH 818.*

MATH 420 - Introduction To Commutative Algebra

A first course in commutative algebra. Topics include prime and maximal ideal, radicals, Nakayama's Lemma, exact sequences, tensor products, localization, Noetherian and Artinian rings. Additional topics may vary. This class is designed for advanced students in disciplines such as Mathematics and Computer Science who want to learn some commutative algebra.
***Prerequisite: MATH 222 and MATH 323***

MATH 421 - Number Theory II

This course is a second course in number theory. Topics include quadratic reciprocity, arithmetic functions, distribution of primes, and the prime number theorem.
***Prerequisite: MATH 321, 305, and 312.***

MATH 422 - Abstract Linear Algebra

A course which presents linear algebra in a theoretical setting. Topics include vector spaces, dual spaces, linear transformations, Jordan canonical form, the spectral theorem, and selected topics.
***Prerequisite: MATH 222 and MATH 323. ***

MATH 423 - Modern Algebra II

Continuation of Modern Algebra I with further study of rings, groups and fields.
***Prerequisite: MATH 323.***

MATH 424 - Applied Algebra

This is a course in applications of algebra to a selection of topics concerning enumeration, coding, finite state machines and cryptography.
***Prerequisite: MATH 223.***

MATH 425 - Matrix Analysis

A survey of some of the important topics from Matrix Theory with emphasis on matrix canonical forms, norms, spectral theory, perturbation theory of matrices, and special classes of matrices
***Prerequisite: MATH 305, MATH 322, and MATH 323.***

MATH 426 - Combinatorial Matrix Theory

A survey of some of the topics from combinatorial matrix theory including: spectral graph theory and algebraic graph theory.
***Prerequisite MATH 222 and 328.***

MATH 427 - Graph Theory

This course is a survey of topics in graph theory. Topics may include the following: matchings and factorizations, connectivity, colouring, isomorphisms, homomorphisms, automorphism groups and transitive graphs, extremal problems, adjacency matrices, spectral graph theory, strongly regular graphs, Cayley graphs, Ramsey theory and random graphs
***Prerequisite: MATH 223 and 328.***

MATH 431 - Differential Geometry I

Differentiable manifolds, the tangent bundle, differential forms, and the general Stokes' theorem.
***Prerequisite: MATH 313 or MATH 335.***

MATH 438 - Associative Algebras, Groups, and Representation Theory

An introductory course on the fundamental results concerning associative algebras, groups, and the representation theory of groups and algebras.
***Prerequisite: MATH 222 and MATH 323***

MATH 441 - General Topology

An introduction to point set topology including separation axioms, compactness, connectedness, continuous functions and metric spaces.
***Prerequisite: MATH 305.***

MATH 442 - Algebraic Topology

A first course in algebraic topology. Topics include, homotopy type, more detailed information on the fundamental group, and the homology and cohomology of topological spaces.
***Prerequisite MATH 441, or approval of the department chair.***

MATH 443 - Homological Algebra

A first course in homological algebra. Topics include modules over rings, chain complexes, homology, projective and injective resolutions, derived
functors, abelian categories, derived categories, and selected additional topics
***Prerequisite: MATH 222 and MATH 323.***
*Note: Students may receive credit for one of MATH 443 or MATH 843.*

MATH 461 - Numerical Analysis II

Numerical solutions of ordinary differential equations; numerical solutions of partial differential equations; linear and non-linear problems.
***Prerequisite: MATH 361 or CS 361.***

MATH 481 - Partial Differential Equations

Classification and basic properties of equations, separation of variables, Fourier series, Sturm-Liouville theory, Fourier and Laplace transforms.
***Prerequisite: MATH 381.***

MATH 482 - Laplace Transforms

Properties of the Laplace Transform. Convolutions. The inversion integral. Applications to solutions of differential equations.
*** Prerequisite: MATH 217 and 312.***

MATH 485 - Introduction to Functional Analysis

Metric, normed linear and inner-product spaces, linear operators and fixed point theorems. Spectral decompositions the Stone-Weierstrass theorem, applications.
***Prerequisite: MATH 312 and 313.***

MATH 495AB - Topology II

Topology II consists of Tietze extension theorem, Urysohn metrization theorem, tychonoff theorem, compact metric spaces.

MATH 495AC - Introduction to Continuum Mechanics

his course is an introduction to the physical concepts and mathematical methods of continuum mechanics with the aim of preparing the student for further studies and research in fluid dynamics.

***Prerequisite: MATH 381***

MATH 495AE - Introduction to von Neumann algebras

In this course we introduce von Neumann algebras and we emphasize connections with ergodic&group theory. We present constructions of von Neumann algebras from groups&actions; explain how group theoretical aspects (e.g. amenability) and orbit equivalence are connected to von Neumann algebras. We assume no background except basic knowledge of real analysis.

MATH 497 - Honours Seminar I

This is the first of two honours seminars. This course must be taken by all honours students in their fourth year. Students are required to attend the seminars and to work in consultation with an assigned supervisor on an independent research project. To receive credit for MATH 497, students must present a seminar on their preliminary work.
*Note: This seminar is restricted to honours standing students in mathematics.*

MATH 498 - Honours Seminar II

This is the second of two honours seminars. This course must be taken by all honours students in their fourth year. Students are required to attend the seminars and to work in consultation with an assigned supervisor on an independent research project. To receive credit for MATH 498, students must present their project in both written form and as a seminar.
*Note: This seminar is restricted to honours standing students in mathematics.*

MATH 800 - Comprehensive Review of a Selected Topic in Mathematics

The student will conduct an in-depth literature review of a selected area in Mathematics and prepare a report pertaining to the selected topic. The topic will be chosen in consultation with the supervisor and the Department Head. A final examinaton (written, oral or both) will be conducted by a committe of the Department.

MATH 802 - Major Essay in Mathematics

Essay on a selected topic for students in the course-based MSc program in Mathematics.

MATH 803 - Approved Summer School

This course is available to full-time Mathematics graduate students in good standing. Students will participate in a summer school offered by an approved institute. The school and credit award must be approved by the Graduate Coordinator for Mathematics and Statistics (or designee).
***Prerequisite: Approval of Department Head.***
*Note: Students may only take MATH 803 once in their program.*

MATH 810 - Measure & Integration

Integration and measure theory, spaces of continuous functions, and Lp spaces.

MATH 812 - Complex Analysis

Riemann mapping theorem, analytic continuation, Riemann surfaces.

MATH 813 - Functional Analysis

Banach spaces, Banach algebras, and operator theory.

MATH 814 - Operator Algebras

C*-algebras and von Neumann algebras.

MATH 816 - Introduction to Quantum Information Theory

A first course in the mathematics of quantum information theory. Topics include information measures, quantum states and observables, qubits, entanglement, quantum channels, entropy, and measurements.

MATH 818 - Intro to Lie Algebras and Representation Theory

The course is an introduction to the structure of finite dimensional complex semisimple Lie algebras, via root systems, as well as their finite dimensional irreducible representations, through highest weight modules.

MATH 819 - Topics in Analysis

Advanced study of selected areas of analysis.

MATH 820 - Introduction to Commutative Algebra

A first graduate course in commutative algebra. Topics include prime and maximal ideals, radicals, Nakayama's Lemma, exact sequences, tensor products, localization, Noetherian and Artinian rings and selected additional topics.

MATH 821 - Number Theory

Topics from analytic and algebraic number theory.

MATH 822 - Linear Algebra

Vector spaces, linear transformations and matrices, canonical forms, multilinear algebra.

MATH 823 - Algebra

Advanced study of group theory, Galois theory, and ring and module theory.

MATH 824 - Topics in Algebra

Advanced study of selected areas of algebra.

MATH 825 - Matrix Analysis

Matrix canonical forms, norms, spectral theory, perturbation theory, special classes of matrices.

MATH 826 - Combinatorial Matrix Theory

Amtrices arising from directed and undirected graphs, and related connections between matrix theory and combinational mathematics.

MATH 827 - Graph Theory

Advanced study of selected areas of graph theory.

MATH 828 - Combinatorics

Advanced study of selected areas of combinatorics.

MATH 831 - Differential Geometry

Differentiable manifolds, the tangent bundle, differential forms, and the general Stokes' theorem.

MATH 832 - Topics in Differential Geometry and Topology

Advanced study of selected areas of differential geometry and topology.

MATH 837 - Intro to Algebraic Number Theory

A course on rings of integers of algebraic number fields, Dedekind rings, and Ideal Class Groups.

MATH 838 - Associative Algebras, Groups, and Representation Theory

An introductory course on the fundamental results concerning associative algebras, groups, and the representation theory of groups and algebras.

MATH 841 - General Topology

Separability of spaces, paracompactness, metrization theorems, function spaces.

MATH 842 - Algebraic Topology

Introduction to homotopy groups, and to the homology and cohomology of topological spaces.

MATH 843 - Homological Algebra

A first graduate course in homological algebra. Topics include modules over rings, chain complexes, homology, projective and injective resolutions, derived functors, abelian categories, derived categories, and selected additional topics.

MATH 849 - Topics in Topology

Advanced study of selected areas of topology.

MATH 869 - Numerical Analysis

Advanced study of selected areas of numerical analysis.

MATH 881 - Partial Differential Equations

The Cauchy problem, the Fredholm alternaive in Banach space, the potential equation, the Dirichlet problem, the heat equation, Green's functions, and the separation of variables.

MATH 882 - Topics in Applied Mathematics

Advanced study of selected topics in applied mathematics.

MATH 890AG - Topics in Combinatorics

This course will include transitivity in graphs, eigenvalues of graphs, homomorphisms of graphs, and some results from extremal set theory, particularly the Erdos-Ko-Rado theorem that can be proven using algebraic graph theory.

MATH 890AH - Topics in Complex Manifold Theory

definition, examples incl. projective spaces, tori, type decompositions as (1, 0), (0, 1), holomorphic functions, holomorphic forms, sheaves, sheaf cohomology, Dolbeault cohomology, divisors, fiber bundles incl. line bundles and vector bundles, almost complex manifolds, Hermitian metrics, Kaehler metrics, connections

MATH 890AI - Lie Groups

This course is an introduction to the main fundamental results of Lie Group theory through an extensive study of the classical groups.

MATH 890AK - Extremal combinatorics

An introduction to extremal combinatorics and extremal set theory.

MATH 890AL - Permutation Groups

A course in the theory of permutation groups, with an emphasis on actions of finite permutation groups on combinatorial structures, such as graphs, designs and geometries.

MATH 890AM - Topics In Analysis II

Advanced study of selected areas of analysis and operator algebras.

MATH 890AN - Advanced Topics in Functional Analysis

Locally convex topologies, geometry of Banach spaces, bounded and
unbounded operators on Banach spaces, spectral theory.

MATH 890AP - Quiver representations of algebras

The algebra of a quiver; Auslander-Reiten quivers; classification of finite dimensional algebras and their representation theory in terms of quivers.

MATH 890AQ - Matrix Analysis and Entrywise Positivity Preservers

This course is an advanced course in matrix analysis and will concentrate on the topic of entrywise positivity preservers. Preservers are functions that operate on the individual entries of matrices and preserve the cone of positive semidefinite matrices.

MATH 890AT - Design Theory

This course will be an introduction to design theory. This course will include block designs, symmetric designs, Hadamard matrices and orthogonal arrays. We also study distance regular graphs, projective and affine space. We will look at focus on constructions and bounds of designs as well as connections to other areas of math.

MATH 890AU - Combinatorial Association Scheme

This class will be on Association Schemes with a combinatorial perspective. The course will look at specific association scheme arising in graph theory, such as distance regular graphs, strongly regular graphs and the Johnson scheme. Including a focus on the symmetric group and how it applies to Schurian association schemes.

MATH 890AV - Continuum Mechanics

Tensor analysis, fundamentals of continuum mechanics, Navier-Stokes equations.

MATH 900 - Seminar

Preparation and presentation of a one-hour lecture to graduate students and faculty.

MATH 901 - Research

Thesis research.

MATH 902 - Research Tools in Mathematics

This course teaches students about the computing and library resources available in the Mathematics and Statistics department. This course also includes an introduction to using LaTeX for preparing papers, writing research proposals, and giving academic presentations.

MATH 903 - Comprehensive Exam 1

Students must complete a comprehensive exam in one of the following topics: Matrix Theory and Linear Algebra, Commutative Algebra, Abstract Algebra, or Combinatorics and Graph Theory. It is evaluated on a pass/fail basis.

MATH 904 - Comprehensive Exam 2

Students must complete a comprehensive exam in one of the following topics: Topology, Algebraic Topology, Functional Analysis, Measure and Integration, Differential Geometry, or Probability Theory. It is evaluated on a pass/fail basis.

MATH 905 - Research Proposal

Students are required to submit a written research proposal for their PhD thesis research project during its early stages. The candidate will give a seminar before the department to defend their proposal. The topic must be approved by the research supervisor and the candidate's PhD committee. It is evaluated on a pass/fail basis. This course is required of all PhD students in Mathematics, and will usually be completed following the completion of MATH 903 and 904.

OMA BIOL - Biology Review Session

Students enrolled into the OMA Program will be registered in the Faculty of Arts general core classes that are required as part of their degree. Students will be required to attend the review sessions for their classes. The sessions will consist of course content clarification, supplementary learning, and open discussions.

OMA CULTP - Cultural Programming Session

Students enrolled into the OMA Program will be registered in the Faculty of Arts general core classes that are required as part of their degree. Students will be required to attend the review sessions for their classes. The sessions will consist of course content clarification, supplementary learning, and open discussions.

OMA ENGL - English Review Session

Students enrolled into the OMA Program will be registered in the Faculty of Arts general core classes that are required as part of their degree. Students will be required to attend the review sessions for their classes. The sessions will consist of course content clarification, supplementary learning, and open discussions.

OMA INDG - Indigenous Studies Review Session

Students enrolled into the OMA Program will be registered in the Faculty of Arts general core classes that are required as part of their degree. Students will be required to attend the review sessions for their classes. The sessions will consist of course content clarification, supplementary learning, and open discussions.

OMA MATH - Math Review Session

Students enrolled into the OMA Program will be registered in the Faculty of Arts general core classes that are required as part of their degree. Students will be required to attend the review sessions for their classes. The sessions will consist of course content clarification, supplementary learning, and open discussions.

OMA RDWT - Reading and Writing Review Session

Students enrolled into the OMA Program will be registered in the Faculty of Arts general core classes that are required as part of their degree. Students will be required to attend the review sessions for their classes. The sessions will consist of course content clarification, supplementary learning, and open discussions.

PHYS 051 - Physics Co-op Work Term

Four month co-op work term #1 approved by the department and arranged by the co-op coordinator.

PHYS 052 - Physics Co-op Work Term #2

Four-month co-op work term #2 approved by the department and arranged by the co-op coordinator.
*** Prerequisite: PHYS 051 ***

PHYS 053 - Physics Co-op Work Term #3

Four-month co-op work term #3 approved by the department and arranged by the co-op coordinator.
*** Prerequisite: PHYS 052 ***

PHYS 054 - Physics Co-op Work Term #4

Four-month co-op work term #4 approved by the department and arranged by the co-op coordinator.
*** Prerequisite: PHYS 053 ***

PHYS 055 - Physics Co-op Work Term #5

Four-month Co-op work term #5 approved by the department and arranged by the Co-op coordinator.

PHYS 103 - Essential Physics: Ideas and Applications

This is an introductory course about the fundamental and modern ideas in physics and their applications in technological developments. The essential mathematical skills will be developed and applied to everyday physics in an interactive and conceptual learning environment.
*Note: With the exclusion of PHYS 140 and PHYS 142, PHYS 103 may not be taken for credit if a student has previously received credit for PHYS 109 or a higher number physics course.*

PHYS 109 - General Physics I

General algebra-based physics, including classical mechanics and geometrical optics.
***Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus 30 or Calculus 30 or Math B30 and C30 or Math 102.***
* Note: May not be taken for credit if a student has received credit for PHYS 111 or PHYS 112. Students cannot receive credit for both PHYS 105 and PHYS 109. *

PHYS 111 - Mechanics

Kinematics in one, two and three dimensions, dynamics of particles and rigid bodies, including work, energy, and rotational kinematics and dynamics.
*** Prerequisite: Physics 30 and MATH 110. Concurrent enrolment allowed. ***

PHYS 112 - Waves and Optics

A course dealing with oscillations, wave motion, sound and geometrical and physical optics.
*** Prerequisite: PHYS 111 (recommended) or 109 or 119, and MATH 110 (may be taken concurrently) ***

PHYS 119 - General Physics II

A continuation of PHYS 109: Fluid mechanics, heat and thermodynamics, waves, sound, radiation, electrostatics and electric current.
*** Prerequisite: PHYS 109 or ENGG 140 ***
*Note: Phys 119 may not be taken for credit if a student has previously received credit for Phys 111 or Phys 112*

PHYS 140 - Physics of Energy and the Environment

An exploration of the energy used in a wide variety of systems including cars and homes. Physical concepts will be applied to various energy production schemes and usages found in our lives. We will discuss today's dominant energy sources and the alternative energy sources of tomorrow. This semi quantitative course will provide a scientific foundation for the energy issues facing society. The course materials contain examples with Indigenous elements. No physics background is required.

PHYS 142 - From Quarks to the Cosmos

A conceptual approach will be used in this course which is directed towards liberal arts students. The aim is to understand the physical world, from the microscopic (building blocks of nature), through the macroscopic (everyday phenomena), to the galactic (universe). Only simple algebra will be employed. *Note: Physics majors may not take this course for credit*

PHYS 201 - Electricity and Magnetism

An introduction to electricity and magnetism for science and engineering students, covering the topics of electrostatics, D.C. circuits, magnetism, and electromagnetic induction.
*** Prerequisite: MATH 213 and one of PHYS 111, 112 or 119. Math 213 may be taken concurrently.***

PHYS 202 - Classical Mechanics I

A course in intermediate mechanics for physics majors and honours students as well as engineering students. Topics include motion of systems of particles and rigid bodies, accelerated reference frames, and central forces.
***Prerequisite: MATH 213 and one of PHYS 111, 112 or 119. MATH 213 may be taken concurrently.***

PHYS 219 - Introductory Radiation Science and Biophysics

Radioactivity exists naturally in the soil, water, and air in variety of forms. Beneficial uses of manmade radiation include energy production, medical diagnoses and treatments, transportation safety, precision industrial measurements. This course covers the principles of radiation science and explores safe uses of radiation for betterment of our lives.
***Prerequisite: PHYS 109 or PHYS 111***

PHYS 240 - Technological and Engineering Applications of Modern Physics

This class takes you on a tour of how the power of special relativity, quantum and subatomic physics is harnessed to create technological and engineering developments, such as nuclear reactors, lasers, integrated circuits, superconductors, liquid crystal displays, quantum encryption, GPS, medical imaging devices and photonics.
***Prerequisite: PHYS 119***

PHYS 242 - Introduction to Modern Physics

Special theory of relativity, introduction to wave mechanics, early quantum physics, Bohr atom, radioactivity, and nuclear reactions.
*** Prerequisite: PHYS 201 ***

PHYS 251 - Mathematical Physics I

Curvilinear co-ordinates, partial differential equations, boundary value and initial value problems with special emphasis on physical systems, series solutions and special functions.
***Prerequisite: MATH 213 and 217.***

PHYS 261 - Heat and Thermodynamics

An introduction to the concepts of temperature and thermometry, the laws of thermodynamics and applications, kinetic theory.
***Prerequisite: MATH 111 and one of PHYS 111 or PHYS 112.***
*NOTE: PHYS 119 may be substituted for PHYS 112, with permission of the Department Head.*

PHYS 301 - Classical Mechanics II

The mechanics of rigid bodies, Hamilton and Lagrange equations of motion and their applications, oscillations and normal co-ordinates.
*** Prerequisite: PHYS 202, MATH 213 and 217. MATH 217 may be taken concurrently. ***

PHYS 311 - Electromagnetism I

Maxwell's equations, dielectric and magnetic properties of matter, and multipoles.
*** Prerequisite: PHYS 201, MATH 213 and 217. MATH 217 may be taken concurrently. ***

PHYS 319 - Health Physics

A course on radiation, its effects and protection of biological systems. Interaction of radiation with matter. Radiation detection and measurement. Introduction to dosimetry and dose calculations. Health instrumentation and risk management. ***Preequisite: PHYS 242 or PHYS 219***

PHYS 322 - Physical Optics and Electromagnetic (E/M) Radiation

Maxwell's equations and E/M waves, the E/M spectrum, energy of an E/M wave, the Poynting vector, optics of planar surfaces, interference, coherence, polarization, Rayleigh scattering, Cerenkov radiation, and applications including waveguides and antennas.
*** Prerequisite: PHYS 311 ***

PHYS 342 - Atomic Physics

Operator formalism of modern quantum mechanics, commutation relations, the Schrodinger equation and its applications for the harmonic oscillator and one-dimensional potentials, central fields, the hydrogen atom and complex atoms.
***Prerequisite: PHYS 112, 242 and 251. PHYS 251 may be taken concurrently.***
*Note: PHYS 119 may be substituted for PHYS 112, with permission of the Department Head.*

PHYS 352 - Mathematical Physics II

Tensor calculus, group theory, integral transforms, and Green's functions. ***Prerequisite: MATH 312 and PHYS 251***

PHYS 362 - Statistical Mechanics

The theory of classical and quantum statistical mechanics and applications to systems of physical interest including lasers and atomic lasers.
*** Prerequisite: PHYS 261 and 342. PHYS 342 may be taken concurrently. ***

PHYS 372 - Modern Experimental Physics

An intermediate laboratory course, normally taken by physic majors and honours students in their third year, from subject matter covered in third-year courses.
***Prerequisite: PHYS 201, 202, 242, and 261***

PHYS 377 - Introductory Electronics

Ever wondered what makes all the electronic gadgetry around you tick? Want to learn how to read schematics, solder, program and build circuits, but unsure where to begin? This introductory course on the theory and operation of basic analogue and digital electronics, circuit design, implementation and application is for you. ***Prerequisite: PHYS 201***

PHYS 392 - Physics of Continuous Media

An introduction to elasticity and elastic moduli, fracture, fluid flow, viscous effects, compressible flow ideal fluid flow and applications.
***Prerequisite: PHYS 202, MATH 213, and MATH 217. With permission of the Department Head, all courses may be taken concurrently.***

PHYS 401 - Quantum Mechanics I

Axiomatic formulation, representations, angular momentum and spin, pertubation theory, systems of identical particles, and matrix mechanics.
*** Prerequisite: PHYS 301 and 342 ***

PHYS 411 - Advanced Classical Mechanics

Hamilton-Langrange equations, Hamilton-Jacobi theory and applications, transformation theory, and special relativity.
***Prerequisite: PHYS 251 and PHYS 301***

PHYS 421 - Solid State Physics

Physics of crystalline solids, binding, energy bands, lattice vibrations, and electronic properties.
***Prerequisite: PHYS 342***

PHYS 430 - Introduction to General Relativity

Law of universal gravitation, the equivalence of inertial and gravitational mass, Riemannian geometry, Einstein's field equations, Schwarzschild solution, black holes and gravitational collapse, cosmology.
*** Prerequisite: PHYS 411 ***

PHYS 432 - Nuclear Physics

Radioactive decay mechanisms, interactions of nuclear radiation with matter, spectroscopy, nuclear models, and applications to medicine, material science, and engineering.
*** Prerequisite: PHYS 342 and 401. PHYS 401 may be taken concurrently. ***

PHYS 442 - Introduction to Elementary Particle Physics

Classification of particles, particle detectors and accelerators, invariance and conservation laws, hadron-hadron interactions, weak interactions, quark model and group theory, and introduction to QCD.
*** Prerequisite: PHYS 401 ***

PHYS 471 - Modern Experimental Physics II

Fourth-year lab combining modern experimental techniques together with material from 400-level courses.
*** Prerequisite: PHYS 301, 311, 342, and 372 ***

PHYS 491AA - Quantum Mechanics II

Aspects of approximation methods in quantum mechanics with applications to physical processes, Unitary transformations and vector addition coefficients, An introduction to path integral formalism in quantum mechanics, Relativistic quantum mechanics.
***Prerequisite: PHYS 401***

PHYS 492AA - Stellar Structure and Evolution

The physics of stellar interiors and stellar evolution will be reviewed. The course will look at the development of the equations of stellar structure and the methods by which they can be solved. The evolution of our Sun, from formation through to its white dwarf stage will be investigated.

PHYS 498 - Senior Research

This course must be taken by all honours physics students, and by applied physics cooperative students in one semester of their final year of study. Students are required to attend all seminars and to present an oral presentation and written report on a topic determined in consultation with the PHYS 498/499 coordinator.
***Prerequisite: Completion of 90 credit hours.***
*Note: Permission of the Department Head is required to register.*

PHYS 499 - Honours Thesis

This course must be taken by all honours physics students. Students are required to attend all seminars and to present an oral presentation and written report on a topic determined in consultation with the PHYS 498/499 coordinator.
***Prerequisite: PHYS 498.***
*Note: Permission of the Department Head is required to register.*

PHYS 800 - Classical Electrodynamics

Simple radiating systems, scattering, diffraction; covariant formulation of electrodynamics; the Lienard- Wiechert portentials and the field of a uniformly moving and accelerated electron; the motion of charged particles in e-m fields; Hamiltonian formulation of Maxwell's equations.
***Prerequisite: Enrolment is restricted to graduate students in Physics, except with permission of the department head.***
*Prior exposure to Maxwell's equations, dielectric and magnetic properties of matter, multipoles, and concepts in physical optics and elctromagnetic radiation is expected.

PHYS 801 - Adv Quantum Mechanics

Unitary transformations; dynamical equations; symmetries and conservation laws; angular momentum; density operator formalism; creation and annihilation operators; relativistic quant6um mechanics; scattering theory.
***Prerequisite: Enrollment restricted to graduate students in Physics, except with permission of the Department Head.***
*Familiarity with axiomatic formulation, representations, angular momentum and spin, perturbation theory, systems of identical particles, and matrix mechanics is expected.*

PHYS 803 - Quantum Field Theory

Canonical quantization; free scalar, vector and spinor fields; interacting fields; pertubation theory and and Feynman diagrams; quantum electrodynamics, renormalization, gauge fields.
***Prerequisite: Enrolment restricted to graduate students in Physics, except with permission of Department Head.***
*Familiarity with axiomatic formulation, representations, angular momentum and spin, perturbation theory, systems of identical particles, and matrix mechanics is expected.*

PHYS 805 - Quantum Field Theory II

Path integral formalism, renormalization, renormalization group, operator product expansions. *** Prerequisite: PHYS 803 ***

PHYS 810 - General Relativity

Mathematics of general relativity; unconnected manifold, affinely connected manifolds and metrically connected manifolds; Physics of general relativity, conversation laws and variational principles.
***Prerequisite: PHYS 411 or PHYS 811.***
*Note: Students may credit for one of PHYS 430 or PHYS 810.**

PHYS 811 - Advanced Classical Mechanics

Hamilton-Lagrange equations. Hamilton-Jacobi theory and applications, transformation theory, and special relativity.
***Prerequisite: Enrolment restricted to graduate students in Physics, except with permission of the Department Head.***
*Note: Students may receive credit for one of PHYS 411 or PHYS 811.*

PHYS 831 - Advanced Nuclear Physics

Review of symmetries; nucleon-nucleon interaction and polarization observables; nuclear models; the nuclear many-body problem; Hartree-Fock potential; random-phase approximation; quasi-particles; e-m interactions with nuclei the weak interaction.
***Prerequisite: PHYS 801 and PHYS 432 or permission of the instructor.***

PHYS 833 - Nuclear Reactions

Direct and compound neuclear reactions; plane wave theory; scattering theory; phenomenological optical potential, DWBA, DWBA amplitudes and DWIA; coupled channels; microscopic theory of inelastic nucleon-nucleus scattering.
***Prerequisite: PHYS 801 and PHYS 432 or permission of the instructor.***

PHYS 834 - Inter Energy Nuclear Physics

Meson exchange theories; accelerators, experimental techinques; electron-nucleon and electron nucleon interaction, nucleon-nucleon scattering; nucleon-nucleus interactions; pion-nucleus interactions; relativistic kinematics.
***Prerequisite: PHYS 831 or PHYS 833.***

PHYS 835 - Elementary Particles

Symmetries and quantum numbers of leptons, hadrons, and quarks; e-m weak, and strong interactions; charm and heavy quark hadrons and hadron spectroscopy; introduction to QCD; unified gauge theories; selected topics beyond the standard model.
***Prerequisite: PHYS 803 and PHYS 442 or permission of the instructor.***

PHYS 838 - The Structure of the Proton

Nucleon electromagnetic form factors and structure functions, Quark-Parton Model, Elements of Perturbative QCD, treatment of Deep Inelastic Scattering within QCD, and various aspects of non-Perturbative QCD including incorporation of transverse degrees of freedom.
***Prerequisite: PHYS 835.***
*Note: Students may receive credit for only one of PHYS 890AE and PHYS 838.*

PHYS 839 - The Structure of the Proton II

The Structure of the Proton for Ph.D. students in Subatomic Physics. Topics include: Parton densities at small x, Hadronic form factors in perturbative QCD, QCD factorization, Generalized Parton Distributions, Nucleon Spin Structure, Nuclear EMC Effect.
***Prerequisite: PHYS 838.***
*Note: Students may receive credit for only one of PHYS 890AF and PHYS 839.*

PHYS 871 - Experimental Methods of Subatomic Physics

Basic techniques of experimental nuclear and Particle physics. Interaction of particles in matter; cosmic rays and natural radiation; particle accelerators and beam optics; particle detection techniques; data acquisition systems. ***Prerequisite: Permission of Department Head***

PHYS 875 - Synchrotron Radiation Techniques and Their Applications

The physics and experimental aspects of synchrotron radiation light sources and the different methods applied to areas from physics to biology. Techniques such as hard and soft X-ray spectroscopy and imaging, infrared microscopy and spectrometry and X-ray diffraction will be covered in detail.
***Prerequisite: Permission of Department Head.***
*Note: Students may receive credit for only one of PHYS 890AG and PHYS 875.*

PHYS 877 - Tomographic Image Reconstruction

The course will primarily focus on positron emission tomography (PET) instrumentation, data collection, sources of noise in data, image reconstruction and analysis. Topics common to many tomographic imaging modalities; including reconstruction of images from non-uniformly sampled data, from projections, from undersampled data, and image auto-focusing, will be discussed.
***Prerequisite: Permission of Department Head.***
*Note: Students may receive credit for only one of PHYS 890AJ and PHYS 877.*

PHYS 878 - Computer Simulations in Particle Physics

The course has emphasis on practical tasks with four major components: review of C++ programming applicable in particle physics, data analysis with ROOT, detector simulations with GEANT4 and optional topics (e.g. python, event generators, fast detector simulations, code repositories, batch queueing systems, shell scripts).
***Prerequisite: Permission of Department Head.***
*Note: Students may receive credit for only one of PHYS 887AE and PHYS 888.*

PHYS 885 - Approved Summer School

This course is available to full-time Physics Graduate students in good standing. Students will participate in a summer school offered by an approved institute. The school and credit award must be approved by a committee consisting of Department Head, Physics Graduate Coordinator, and the student supervisor.
***Prerequisite: Permission of the Department Head.***
*Note: This class can be taken more than once in a program, for a maximum total of 3 credit hours, provided the institute and course content are different each time.*

PHYS 887AF - Selected Machine Learning Topics in Physics

Machine Learning approaches to subatomic physics particle identification will be explored. The class expectations include comprehensive literature searches and essays. Hands-on projects will include processing simulated data towards detector and experimental optimization.

PHYS 887AG - Physics and Engineering of Particle Accelerators

The course will provide an introduction to the physics, technology and some engineering aspects of particle accelerators with focus on proton and ion accelerator technology. The course will include a survey of existing accelerator types and an introduction to transverse and longitudinal beam optics.

PHYS 887GT - Group Thory 1

A systematic developments of the theory of finite groups and their representations, application to various physical systems, the theory of continuous groups; SO(2) SO(3), the SU(N) groups and their applications. The student(s) will be required to do homework assignments.

PHYS 890AH - Advanced Methods in Statistical Analysis Applied to Physics

The course will explore advance statistics methods applied to physics data analysis. More specifically, it will cover the definition of significance of a measurement and the construction of confidencial level intervals based on Bayesian and Frequentist Statistics, as well as the main differences between these two methods.

PHYS 890BA - Hadron-Hadron Scattering in Neutrino Production Experiments

Directed readings. Hadron-hadron scattering cross sections are a major factor in determining the production of neutrinos in long baseline and other neutrino experiments. This class will focus on the quasi-elastic and inelastic hadron scattering at the low GeV-scale, which are essential factors in understanding neutrino production characteristics.

PHYS 890BB - Thermal Field Theory and Applications

Following a formal presentation of finite temperature quantum field theory (thermal field theory for short), this course also provides an overview of modern underpinnings of relativistic hydrodynamics. Numerical implementations of hydrodynamics and thermal field theory calculations are explored in the context of understanding data from relativistic heavy-ion collisions.

PHYS 890BC - Introduction to X-ray and Neutron Scattering

An introduction to x-ray and neutron scattering and their applications and complementary use. The course will provide a theoretical part as well as an instrumentational part covering the disciplines of diffraction, small-angle scattering, Imaging, spectroscopy, and quasi-elastic scattering. We will use both textbooks and relevant publications.

PHYS 890BD - Experimental Techniques in Neutrino Detection

Neutrino physics experiments are on the forefront of particle physics. The upcoming Hyper-Kamiokande and Dune experiments promise to answer some fundamental questions, such as CP violation in the lepton sector, which will further illuminate the origins and history of the Universe. Neutrino detection is notoriously difficult, given the nature of neutrino interactions. While it uses standard particle physics processes and equipment, these are often used with unconventional techniques, which will be the focus of this class.

PHYS 900 - Seminar

Graduate students enrolled in this course will present a 50 minute seminar to the Department of Physics. The subject of the seminar will be decided in consultation with student’s supervisor.

PHYS 901 - Research

Thesis research.

PHYS 902 - PHYS 902 PhD Comprehensive Exam

PhD students must pass the Physics Departmental Comprehensive Exam. Grading is Pass/Fail.
***Pre-requisite: Permission of the Department Head.***

PMTH 091 - Intermediate Algebra I

An introduction to algebra, this course is the first of two courses that meet the algebra requirement of courses at the University of Regina.
***Prerequisite: University Admission to any Faculty***
*Note: Students may only receive credit for one of PMTH 091 and AMTH 091.*

PMTH 092 - Intermediate Algebra II

A continuation of Intermediate Algebra I, this course meets the algebra requirement of courses at the University of Regina.
***Prerequisite: Foundations of Math 20 or Precalculus 20 or PMTH 091.***
*Note: Students may only receive credit for one of PMTH 092 and AMTH 092.*

RDWT 120 - Reading and Writing I

Practice in fundamentals of critical reading and writing skills. This course prepares students to take ENGL 100.

STAT 051 - Statistics Co-op Work Term #1

Four-month co-op work term #1 approved by the department and arranged by the co-op coordinator.

STAT 052 - Statistics Co-op Work Term #2

Four-month co-op work term #2 approved by the department and arranged by the co-op coordinator.
*** Prerequisite: STAT 051 ***

STAT 053 - Statistics Co-op Work Term #3

Four-month co-op work term #3 approved by the department and arranged by the co-op coordinator.
*** Prerequisite: STAT 052 ***

STAT 054 - Statistics Co-op Work Term #4

Four-month co-op work term #4 approved by the department and arranged by the co-op coordinator.
*** Prerequisite: STAT 053 ***

STAT 100 - Elementary Statistics for Applications

An introduction to statistical methods; descriptive statistics; the normal distribution; basic techniques of statistical inference; confidence intervals and hypothesis tests for population means and proportions; simple linear regression; and one-way analysis of variance.
***Prerequisite: Foundations of Math 20 or Precalculus 20 or Apprenticeship & Workplace Math 30 or MATH A30 or AMTH 091 or MATH 101***
*Note: STAT 100 and STAT 200 are designed to provide a year-long introduction to statistical methodology with a view towards applications and are not intended for majors in statistics, actuarial science, or any other program requiring a detailed knowledge of statistics. Students who receive credit for STAT 100 may not receive credit for STAT 160*

STAT 160 - Introductory Statistics

A comprehensive introduction to probability, probability distributions, sampling distributions, basic techniques of statistical inference, analysis of variance, linear regression, inference for categorical variables, and nonparametric statistics. ***Prerequisite: Precalculus 30, or MATH B30 and MATH C30, or MATH 127***
*Note: STAT 160 is designed to provide a comprehensive single semester introduction to statistical techniques and is intended for students majoring in statistics, actuarial science, or any other program requiring a detailed knowledge of statistics. Students who receive credit for STAT 160 may not receive credit for STAT 100 or STAT 200*

STAT 165 - Introduction to Programming with Python

An introduction to problem-solving techniques using Python. This course will introduce fundamental programming principles and topics: data types, expressions, control structures, elementary data structures, functions, files, and the mechanics of running, testing and debugging. These concepts will be applied to problem solving and applications in data analysis.
***Prerequisite: Foundations of Mathematics 30, Precalculus 20, Math B30, Math C30, or PMTH 092.***
*Note: Students may receive credit for one of CS 165 or STAT 165.*

STAT 200 - Intermediate Statistics for Applications

A continuation of STAT 100; inference for two categorical variables; basic multiple linear regression; two-way analysis of variance; introduction to nonparametric methods; statistical process control; introduction to survey design.
***Prerequisite: STAT 100***
*Note: STAT 100 and STAT 200 are designed to provide a year-long introduction to statistical methodology with a view towards applications and are not intended for majors in statistics, actuarial science, or any other program requiring a detailed knowledge of statistics. Students who receive credit for STAT 200 may not receive credit for STAT 160*

STAT 217 - Introduction to Actuarial Mathematics

Topics include: economics of insurance, applications of probability to problems of life insurance, life annuities, and life tables.
***Prerequiste: ACSC 116 or MATH 116, and STAT 251***
*Note: Students may receive credit for only one of ACSC 217 or STAT 217*

STAT 251 - Introduction to Probability

Basic notions of probability; discrete and continuous random variables; expectation; moment generating functions; joint discrete random variables.
***Prerequisites: MATH 111 or MATH 112 and one of STAT 160 or STAT 200***
*Note: Students can receive credit for only one of Math 251 and Stat 251*

STAT 252 - Introduction to Statistical Inference

Sampling distribution theory and the Central Limit Theorem; large sample theory; methods of estimation and hypothesis testing including maximum likelihood estimation, likelihood ratio testing, and confidence interval construction. ***Prerequisite: STAT 251.***

STAT 289 - Statistics for Engineers

Topics include probability, discrete and continuous distributions, the central limit theorem, confidence intervals and hypothesis tests for one and two samples, linear regression and correlation.
***Prerequisite: MATH 111***
*Note: Designed for engineering students. Students who received credit for STAT 289 may not receive credit for STAT 100, 160, or 200.

STAT 300 - Statistical Learning and Predictive Modeling

Selected topics and techniques in statistical learning and predictive modeling, including linear models, logistic regression models, regression trees, classification models and statistical software.
***Prerequisite: MATH 122, STAT 252, and CS 110***
*Note: Students can receive credit for only one of ACSC 300 and STAT 300*

STAT 301 - Introduction to Statistical Computing

This course aims to provide students with an introduction to statistical computing. Topics include the basics of programing for statistics, data visualization, simulation of random variables, numerical optimization, statistical inference, and selected additional topics.
***Prerequisite: MATH 122, STAT 252, and CS 265.***

STAT 316 - Mathematics of Finance III

This course covers the theory and pricing of financial derivates such as Puts and Calls, with particular emphasis on the Black-Scholes model.
***Prerequisite: ACSC 216 or MATH 216, and STAT 251***
*Note: Students can receive credit for only one of MATH 316, STAT 316 and ACSC 316*

STAT 317 - Actuarial Models I

Probabilistic and deterministic contingency mathematics in life insurance and pensions. Topics include: benefit premiums, benefit reserves, multiple life functions, and multiple decrement models.
***Prerequisite: ACSC 217 or STAT 217***
*Note: Students may receive credit for only one of ACSC 317 or STAT 317*

STAT 318 - Actuarial Models II

This course introduces collective risk models over an extended period. Stochastic processes are introduced, followed by definition and application of Markov chains. Introductory loss model material is also presented.
***Prerequisite: ACSC 317 or STAT 317***
*Note: Students may receive credit for only one of ACSC 318 or STAT 318*

STAT 342 - Biostatistics

This course will present relevant, up-to-date coverage of research methodology using careful explanations of basic statistics and how they are used to address practical problems that arise in the medial and public health settings. Through this course, students will learn to interpret and examine data by applying common statistical tools to the biostatistical, medical, and public health fields.
***Prerequisite: STAT 160 or STAT 200.***
*Note: Students with credit in BIOL 341 cannot take STAT 342 for credit.*

STAT 351 - Intermediate Probability

Multivariate random variables; conditioning; order statistics; the multivariate normal distribution; the Poisson process.
***Prerequisite: MATH 213 and STAT 251.***

STAT 354 - Linear Statistical Methods

Simple linear regression; multiple linear regression; diagnostics and remedial measures for regression models; remedial measures and alternative regression techniques; multicollinearity diagnostics.
***Prerequisite: STAT 252 and CS 110 and MATH 122.***

STAT 357 - Sampling Theory

Simple random sampling; systematic sampling; stratified and cluster sampling; ratio and regression estimators.
***Prerequisite: STAT 252 and CS 110.***

STAT 362 - Bayesian Statistics

An introduction to Bayesian methods; Bayesian inference for discrete random variables, binomial proportions, and normal means; comparisons between Bayesian and frequentist inferences; robust Bayesian methods.
***Prerequisite: STAT 252 and CS 110.***

STAT 384 - Categorical Data Analysis

Odds ratio; two-way and higher-way contingency tables; Chi-squared tests of independence; loglinear and logit models; multinomial response models; models for matched pairs.
***Prerequisite: STAT 252 and CS 110.***
*Note: It is suggested that students register for STAT 354 concurrently if possible.*

STAT 386 - Nonparametric Statistical Methods

Nonparametric statistics for data analysis including rank-based methods, bootstrap methods, and permutation tests; one-sample and two-sample methods; paired comparisons and blocked designs; tests for trends and association; smoothing methods and robust model fitting.
***Prerequisite: STAT 252 and CS 110.***

STAT 418 - Time Series Analysis and Forecasting

This course aims to introduce various statistical models for time series and cover the main methods for analysis and forecasting. Topics include: Deterministic time series: Trends and Seasonality; Random walk models; Stationary time series: White noise processes, Autoregressive (AR), Moving Average (MA), Autoregressive Moving Average (ARMA) models; Estimation, Diagnosis and Forecasting with various time series models; computer programming for Time Series Analysis.
***Prerequisite: STAT 354***
*Note: Students may receive credit for only one of ACSC 418 or STAT 418*

STAT 426 - Survival Analysis

Life tables; survival distributions; types of censoring; estimation of and interface for basic survival quantities; proportional hazards regression model; planning and design of clinical trials.
***Prerequisite: STAT 351.***

STAT 441 - Stochastic Calculus with Applications to Finance

Processes derived from Brownian motion; the Itô integral and Itô's formula; applications of Itô's formula in financial modelling, especially within the context of the Black-Scholes option pricing model.
***Prerequisite: STAT 351.***

STAT 451 - Advanced Probability

Probability measures; distribution functions; sequences of random variables; characteristic functions; modes of convergence; convergence theorems; weak and strong laws of large numbers; Central Limit Theorem.
***Prerequisite: STAT 351.***

STAT 452 - Advanced Statstical Inference

Detailed theoretical development of statistical inference; statistical models; exponential families; sufficiency; completeness; properties of point estimation; testing hypotheses and confidence regions; asymptotic properties of estimators. ***Prerequisite: STAT 351 and STAT 252.***

STAT 454 - Applied Multivariate Analysis

Review of multivariate normal distribution; inferences about a mean vector; multivariate linear regression analysis; principal components; factor analysis; canonical correlation analysis.
***Prerequisite: STAT 351 and STAT 354.***

STAT 456 - Applied Stochastic Processes

An introduction to stochastic processes; Markov chains; Poisson processes; renewal processes; Brownian motion; simulation.
***Prerequisite: STAT 351.***
*Note: Credit can be earned for only one of STAT 456, ACSC 456, or STAT 856.*

STAT 470 - Bootstrap Methods

A first course in Bootstrap techniques. Topics include bootstrap and jackknife procedures, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, standard errors, regression models. Additional topics may vary.
***Prerequisite: STAT 351 and STAT 354***
*Note: Credit cannot be received for both STAT 470 and STAT 870*

STAT 472 - Large Sample Methods

Asymptotic behavior of estimators and test statistics, asymptotic relative efficiency, large sample theory for regression models.
***Prerequisite: STAT 351.***
*Note: Students may receive credit for one of STAT 472 or STAT 495AE.*

STAT 485 - Design and Analysis of Experiments

Theory and application of analysis of variance for standard experimental designs including blocked, nested, factorial, Latin square, and split-plot designs; fixed and random effects; multiple comparisons; analysis of covariance.
***Prerequisite: STAT 354***

STAT 489 - Statistical Consulting and Communications

This course aims to provide students with an understanding of the nature of applied statistical consulting and skills for communicating technical statistical contents with non-statisticians. Topics include the general principles for solving statistical problems, oral and written communication skills, ethics, and collaborative project.
***Prerequisite: STAT 301 and STAT 354.***

STAT 495AC - Readings in Mathematical Finance

This course presents a selection of readings in the theory of mathematical finance, as chosen by the instructor.
*** Prerequisite: STAT 351 with a minimum grade of 80% ***

STAT 495AD - Topics in Probability Theory

In depth study of selected topics in probability theory.
***Prerequisite: STAT 451 ***

STAT 496 - Data Science Capstone

This is a capstone course for data science majors. This course aims to enhance students’ competencies by applying data scientific methodologies to the challenges imposed by real data and skills to effectively communicate project requirements and findings. This course also covers ethical issues and responsible practices in data science.
***Prerequisite: STAT 300, STAT 301, STAT 354, CS 280, and one of CS 412 or CS 465.***

STAT 497 - Honours Seminar

This is the first of two honours seminars. This course must be taken by all honours students in their fourth year. Students are required to attend the seminars and to work in consultation with an assigned supervisor on an independent research project. To receive credit for STAT 497, students must present a seminar on their preliminary work.
*Note: This seminar is restricted to honours standing students in statistics.*

STAT 498 - Honours Seminar

This is the second of two honours seminars. This course must be taken by all honours students in their fourth year. Students are required to attend the seminars and to work in consultation with an assigned supervisor on an independent research project. To receive credit for STAT 498, students must present their project in both written form and as a seminar.
*Note: This seminar is restricted to honours standing students in statistics.*

STAT 754 - Linear Statistical Models

Simple linear regression; multiple linear regression; diagnostics and remedial measures for regression models; remedial measures and alternative regression techniques; multicollinearity diagnostics.
*Note: Students transferring to the MSc Thesis-Based Program or PhD Program from the MSc Course-Based Program may not receive any credit for completion of STAT 754.*

STAT 757 - Sampling Theory

Simple random sampling, sample size, estimation of ratios and ratio estimators, stratified sampling, cluster sampling, non-response in surveys and non-sampling errors.
*Note: Students transferring to the MSc Thesis-Based Program or PhD Program from the MSc Course-Based Program may not receive any credit for completion of STAT 757.*

STAT 800 - Comprehensive Review

The student will conduct an in-depth literature review of a selected area in Statistics and prepare a report pertaining to the selected topic. The topic will be chosen in consultation with the supervisor and the Department Head. A final examination (written, oral or both) will be conducted by a committee in the Department.

STAT 802 - Major Essay in Statistics

Essay on a selected topic for students in the course-based MSc program in Statistics.

STAT 803 - Approved Summer School

This course is available to full-time Statistics graduate students in good standing. Students will participate in a summer school offered by an approved institute. The school and credit award must be approved by the Graduate Coordinator for Mathematics and Statistics (or designee).
***Prerequisite: Approval of Department Head.***
*Note: Students may only take STAT 803 once in their program.*

STAT 818 - Time Series Analysis and Forecasting

A first graduate course in time series models and analysis. Topics include deterministic and stochastic models, stationary and non-stationary time series models, state space models, spectral analysis, and selected additional topics. This course includes a lab component.
*Note: Students may receive credit for one of STAT 818, STAT 418, or ACSC 418.*

STAT 819 - Advanced Applications of Fourier Analysis in Life Sciences

Advanced applications of Fourier Analysis. Topics include confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, modelling linear relationships, time series and Fourier analysis. Advanced applications of Fourier Analysis in life sciences will be reviewed. The list of applications may vary.

STAT 826 - Advanced Survival Analysis

Life table, survival distributions, types of censoring, estimation and inference for basic survival quantities, proportional hazards regression model, goodness of fit tests.

STAT 851 - Probability

Probability measures; distribution functions; sequences of random variables; characteristic functions; modes of convergence; convergence theorems; weak and strong laws of large numbers; Central Limit Theorem

STAT 852 - Statistical Inference

Detailed theoretical development of statistical interference; statistical models; exponential families, sufficiency; completeness; properties of point estimation; testing hypothesis and confidence regions; asymptotic properties of estimators.

STAT 853 - Limit Theorems

Probability inequalities, weak limit theorems (central limit theorem, weak law of large numbers), strong limit theorems (strong law of large numbers, law of iterated logarithm).

STAT 855 - Generalized Linear Models

Generalized linear models, exponential family, likelihood-based inference, analysis of contingency tables, estimation procedures.

STAT 856 - Stochastic Processes

A first graduate course in stochastic processes. Topics include Markov chains, Poisson process, renewal theory, Brownian motions and selected additional topics. This class is cross-listed with STAT 456 and ACSC 456.

STAT 858 - Statistical Modeling of Dependence and Extremes

A first graduate course in extreme value theory and copula dependence modelling. Topics include copula models, dependence measures, order statistics, maximum domains of attraction, extreme value distribution, peak over threshold method, generalized Pareto distribution and selected additional topics.
***Prerequisite: STAT 851 or permission of the Department Head.***

STAT 859 - Design of Experiments

Completely randomized designs, randomized block designs, factorial and fractional factorial designs, nested designs, fixed and random effects models.

STAT 862 - Advanced Topics in Stochastic Processes

This is an advanced course in stochastic processes. Topics include: Measure theoretic probability theory, stopping theorems, Poisson process, renewal processes, Markov processes, Brownian motion, Gaussian processes, martingales, stochastic integration, and applications.

STAT 870 - Bootstrap Methods

A first course in Bootstrap techniques. Topics include bootstrap and jackknife procedures, confidence intervals, hypotheses testing, standard errors, regression models. Additional topics may vary. jackknife procedures, confidence intervals, hypotheses testing, standard errors, regression models. Additional topics may vary.

STAT 872 - Large Sample Methods

Asymptotic behavior of estimators and test statistics, asymptotic relative efficiency, large sample theory for regression models.

STAT 890AD - Analysis of Longitudinal Data

Exploring longitudinal data. General linear model for longitudinal data. Parametric model for the convariance structure. Generalized linear model for longitudinal data. Likelihood-based methods for categorical data. Missing values for longitudinal data.

STAT 890AF - Directed Readings in Stochastic Processes

Directed readings in Stochastic Processes as selected by the instructor.

STAT 890AG - Statistical Analysis with Missing Data

Missing data is a major issue in statistical analysis. This course introduces the four common approaches for inference in models with missing values, including maximum likelihood, multiple imputation, fully Bayesian, and weighted estimating equations. Computational tools (e.g. the EM algorithm and the Gibbs' sampler) will be discussed.

STAT 890AI - Multivariate Statistical Modelling

Univariate generalized linear models, models for multicategorical responses, multivariate extensions of generalized linear models, selecting and checking models, semi and nonparametric approaches to regression analysis.

STAT 890AJ - Statistical Analysis for Language Assessment

This course explores statistical methods for language test validity and reliability. The main focus will be on Rasch models.

STAT 890AR - Stochastic Differential Equations for Finance

Modelling of mathematical finances in continuous time, stochastic integrals Itô's formula

STAT 890AS - Advanced Applied Multivariate Statistics in Educational Psychology

The purpose of this course is to teach the application of multivariate analysis to research problems in Educational Psychology. This course will include advanced instruction in applied multivariate analysis, including: simple linear regression, multiple regression, nonlinear regression, time-series analysis, logistic regression, MANOVA, factor analysis, between-groups comparison, profile analysis, structural equation modeling and path analysis. The course is designed to broaden one’s understanding of applied statistics, and designing quantitative studies.

STAT 890AT - Regression Models for Time Series Analysis

Times Series Following Generalized Linear Models: Regression Models for Binary Time Series; Regression Models for Categorical Time Series; Regression for Count Time Series; Other models and Alternative ApproachesSTAT Space Models: Prediction and Interpolation

STAT 890AW - Statistics in the Health Science

Function-Based Inference; Likelihood Tenet; Martingale; Bayes Factor; Empirical Likelihood; Jackknife and Bootstrap.

STAT 890AX - Computational Statistics

A general introduction to computational methods in statistics including optimization, statistical estimation algorithms, bootstrapping/jackknife procedures, Monte Carlo sampling, generating random deviates, computation in the R programming language.

STAT 900 - Seminar

Preparation and presentation of a one-hour lecture to graduate students and faculty.

STAT 901 - Research

Thesis research

STAT 902 - Research Tools in Statistics

This course teaches students about the computing and library resources available in the Mathematics and Statistics department. This course also includes an introduction to using LaTeX for preparing papers, writing research proposals, and giving academic presentations.

STAT 903 - Comprehensive Exam 1

Students must complete a comprehensive exam in Probability Theory. The exam will also include one of the following elective topics: Stochastic Processes, Dependence and Extremes, Limit Theorems, or Measure and Integration. It is evaluated on a pass/fail basis.

STAT 904 - Comprehensive Exam 2

Students must complete a comprehensive exam in Statistical Inference. The exam will also include one of the following elective topics: Generalized Linear models, Survival Analysis, Experimental Design, Time Series Analysis, Linear Models, or Sampling Theory. It is evaluated on a pass/fail basis.

STAT 905 - Research Proposal

Students are required to submit a written research proposal for their PhD thesis research project during its early stages. The candidate will give a seminar before the department to defend their proposal. The topic must be approved by the research supervisor and the candidate's PhD committee. It is evaluated on a pass/fail basis. This course is required of all PhD students is Statistics, and will usually be completed following the completion of STAT 903 and 904.