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Hiring Unit: Department of Integrated Studies in Education (DISE)
Course Description:
EDES 435-001: Teaching Secondary Science 2
Principles and procedures for implementation of the general science curriculum in the secondary schools of Québec. A survey of teaching methods and laboratory management appropriate to the junior and senior high school level.
EDTL 626-001:Advanced Applied Methods in Teaching Science in Sec. School.
Continuation of topics covered in EDTL 625. Parts of this course may be undertaken in school settings.
Term: Winter 2026
Course Credits: 3
Location: EDUC 348
Schedule: Monday & Wednesday, 08:35 am-11:25 am
Teaching Qualification Requirements:
Education
MA in a relevant field (i.e. science education) and/or extensive relevant experience as a school educator/pedagogue/community educator
PhD or equivalent in a relevant field is an asset
Experience
1. Expert knowledge of:
Secondary science pedagogy, as outlined in the course description
Scientific content and practices related to the secondary science curricula
Research on secondary science pedagogy
Research on secondary students’ scientific thinking and practice
2. Experience as a master teacher/instructor in science, mathematics, or a related field in the Quebec educational system
3. Knowledge of the Quebec Education Program (QEP)
4.Familiarity with the 13 professional competencies specified by the Ministère de l’Éducation.
Other
Previous successful experience teaching similar course(s) at the undergraduate or graduate level
Knowledge of the impact and proven record integrating pedagogical approaches anchored to equity, diversity and inclusion
Familiarity using myCourses, ZOOM and other similar online platforms to facilitate quality teaching and learning experiences
Familiarity teaching blended classes is an asset
Familiarity with the application of a variety of digital teaching and learning tools
Familiarity of and/or experience with practice-based pedagogies in science teacher education is an asset.
Other information:
Commitment to working with a team of committed and engaged instructors
Must be available to attend course coordination and planning meeting minimum of 2 weeks in advance of course start date
Number of positions available: 1
This course is not Team taught.
This course is not taught electronically or online.
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