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Program Outline 012- Nunavut Teacher Education Program Program Title: Nunavut Teacher Education Program Program Code: 012 Credit Level: Delivery: Credential: Degree Eligible for RPL: To be determined Nunavut Wide Location: Division: Education Programs Prepared By: Andrea Burry Signature: Date: Feb 22, 2018 Previous Outline Dated: Reviewed/Revised By: Approved By: Signature: Approval Date: Motion Number: Program Outline 012- Nunavut Teacher Education Program Program Description: The Education Programs Division at Nunavut Arctic College offers a four year degree program called the Nunavut Teacher Education Program (NTEP) and a two year after degree program called the Bachelor of Education After Degree (BEAD) program in partnership with the University of Regina. The focus of the NTEP is on the practice of teaching. The design of the NTEP emphasizes the application of content and theoretical knowledge to the classroom through various field experiences and Educational Professional Studies courses in Nunavut schools. The program culminates in a 14 week Field Internship placement in a chosen school. Students in the NTEP are required to complete 120 credits to earn the Bachelor of Education Degree. The program curriculum is informed by the Inuit worldview and the Inuit societal and cultural values and principles. The courses are delivered in Inuktut when possible. The BEAD program allows for prospective students who have previously earned an undergraduate degree to earn a Bachelor of Education degree in two years. Prospective students are required to complete 60 credits composed of content and theoretical knowledge courses, Educational Professional Studies courses and a Field Internship placement. Prospective BEAD students complete the requirements of the program by joining the third and fourth year course offerings of the NTEP. Inuit Qaujimaningit: Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit Principles are followed by: 1. Ikajuqtigiinniq: working collegially to reach a common goal; 2. Tunnganarniq: being open, welcoming and inclusive in supporting each other; 3. Pijitsirniq: offering their assistance willingly when necessary; 4. Aajiiqatigiinniq: making decisions by engaging in the discussion process to come to consensus; 5. Pilimmaksarniq: supporting the development of skills by participating in observing, mentoring, practicing and personal effort; 6. Qanuqtuurniq: supporting innovation and work towards seeking solutions in a resourceful manner; 7. Inuuqatigiitsiarniq: fostering respect and care, for themselves and each other; 8. Avatittinnik kamatsiarniq: fostering respect for the learning environment. Career Opportunities: Graduates of the program will find employment in the teaching profession and education sector, as well as the public and private service sectors. Program Learning Outcomes: Program Outline 012- Nunavut Teacher Education Program The NTEP prepares graduates to become qualified classroom teachers in Nunavut schools. Program Delivery Model: The program is delivered primarily using a face-to -face delivery. The Education Programs Division is exploring other program delivery models such as blended/hybrid online distance education models. The program courses are delivered in a variety of formats: module/block course deliveries and semester format courses deliveries. Admission Requirements: The admission requirements for NTEP are as follows: 1. Letter of Intent: Applicants must provide as a minimum a 500 word statement explaining why the applicant would like to become a teacher. 2. Academic requirements: Applicants must meet the University of Regina academic requirements. Applicants applying directly from High School must at minimum have a grade 12 High School Diploma with an overall average of 65% with the following courses: Academic Requirement Course Options English Language Arts A30 & B30 1 Math or Science course Foundation of Mathematics 30; Calculus 30; Pre-Calculus 20; Pre-Calculus 30; Workplace and Apprenticeship Mathematics 30; Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Computer Science 30; Earth Science 30; or Physics 30 1 Language; Social Science or Arts Education 30; Band 30; Choral 302; Fine/Performing Arts course Christian Ethics 30; Cree 30; Dance 30; Drama 30; Economics 30; French 30; Geography 30; German 30; History 30; Latin 30; Law 30; Mandarin 30, Music 30, Native Studies 30; Physical Education 30; Psychology 30;Social Studies 30; Spanish 30; Ukrainian Language Arts 30, Visual Art 30 One additional course from above Applicants who have completed 24 or more University level credits and possess an overall cumulative overall average of 65% or more are eligible for admission on the basis of their University level courses. Mature status applicants (21 years or over) are eligible for admission on the basis that a 130 Level Inuktitut, English and Mathematics score is obtained on NAC assessment tests. Program Outline 012- Nunavut Teacher Education Program 3. Two Letters of Reference from an adult educator, school principal, a teacher, and/or past employer. The admission requirements for the BEAD program are as follows: 1. Letter of Intent: Applicants must provide as a minimum a 500 word statement explaining why the applicant would like to become a teacher. 2. Academic Requirement: A University of Regina approved Undergraduate degree with a minimum cumulative average of 65% and a minimum of 39 credits that support a curriculum area such as Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Health, Physical Education, and Social Studies. 3. Two Letters of Reference: from an adult educator, school principal, a teacher, and/or past employer. Selection Process: Complete application packages will be reviewed by a joint Nunavut Arctic College and University of Regina admissions committee. The applications will be reviewed and assessed based on the published University of Regina and Nunavut Arctic College admissions requirements. The University of Regina will admit students into the NTEP and BEAD programs based on the recommendation made by Nunavut Arctic College once the applicant has met the University of Regina admissions requirements. Graduation Requirements: In order to graduate from the NTEP, students must earn 120 approved credit hours with an overall cumulative average of 65%. In order to graduate from the BEAD program, students must earn 60 approved credit hours with an overall cumulative average of 65%. Overview of Program: Please see appendix A: NTEP and BEAD Templates provided by the University of Regina. We follow the attached templates to schedule courses and to ensure that students meet the program completion requirements for graduation. NTEP (BEd- Elementary): 120 Credit Hours Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 012-602/EDCS 100 (3) 012-731/ECE 205 (3) 012-830/EPS 215 (3) EFLD 405 (15) Inuit Cultural studies 100 Orientation to Early Principles and Practices of Elementary Field Childhood Education Elementary Teaching Internship Second Language 012-743/ELNG 205 (3) 012-841/ERDG 215 (3) Education Elective (3) 012-605/Transfer (3) Language and Literacy Teaching Reading in 012-002/KIN 170 Inuktitut 100 Development Elementary School Lifestyle, Health, and Wellness 012-670/KHS 139 (3) 012-750/EPSY 205 (3) 012-820/ESCI 215 (3) 012-950/EPSY 322 (3) Movement Education Understanding & Enhancing Introduction to Teaching Students with Special Student Development Elementary Science Needs Social Science Approved Senior Elective (3) 012-872/ESST 215 (3) 012-902/EDCS 300 (3) 012-603/INDG 219 (3) 012-715/SOC 213 The Teaching of Social Inuit Cultural studies 300 Inuit Culture and History Sociology of the Family Studies Natural Science 012-702/EDCS 200 (3) 012-870/EHE 215 (3) Second Language 012-621/BIOL 140 (3) Inuit Cultural Studies 200 Teaching Health in the 012-905/Transfer Credit (3) Human Biology Elementary Grades Inutktitut 300 Program Outline 012- Nunavut Teacher Education Program Fine Arts Second Language 012-810/EMTH 215 (3) Education Elective (3) 012-604/ NAC Transfer (3) 012-705/NAC Transfer (3) Introduction to Teaching 012-001/ESST 100 Introductory Survey of Inuit Art Inuktitut 200 Elementary School Inuit Culture & Identity Mathematics O12-640/ENGL 100 (3) 012-742/ELNG 325 (3) 012-871/EPE 215 (3) Critical Reading and Writing The Teaching of Writing Physical Education in Elementary School Approved Elective (3) Approved Senior Elective (3) 012-831/EPS 225 (3) (intro/senior level) 012-623/ESCI 302 Principles and Practices of 012-650/EPS 116: Writing Environment Education Elementary Teaching II and Research 012-630/EPS 100 (3) Education Elective (3) 012-873/EAES 215 (3) Educational Professional 012-744/ELIB 216 Introduction to Arts Studies Children’s Literature in the Education Elementary School Approved Elective (3) 012-710/MATH 101 (3) 012-850/EPSY 225 (3) (intro/senior level) Introductory Finite Assessing Student 012-720/NAC Transfer (3) Mathematics Learning Ecological Studies Course Descriptions: The course descriptions below have been provided by NTEP Instructors who have previously taught the course. 012-001/ESST 100: Inuit Culture & Identity The central focus of this course is culture and Inuit identity. Students will examine the sociological concepts of culture, identity, socialization, as well as decolonization/ indigenization, and how these concepts pertain to themselves and Nunavut communities. Local traditions will be examined and analyzed for their culture and historical roots. Local people will be interviewed to ascertain their view of Inuit identity, culture and community history. Students will write a report on their findings, that at a later