Teaching Areas
Students in the Bachelor of Education program are required to complete a specific number of credit units in at least two teaching areas that are aligned with Saskatchewan K-12 curriculum areas. Teaching Areas must be chosen from a defined set of subjects and courses. Your Teaching Areas will determine your course selection.
Teaching Areas can be found in the Course and Program Catalogue . Each program has a Teaching Area 1 List and a Teaching Area 2 List. View the Teaching Areas information at:
To confirm your Teaching Areas are accurately reported, please consult your DegreeWorks profile in PAWS.
Education Electives
- Not all classes are offered every year, check the current list of Education Electives for the Upcoming Term (below).
- Some courses have pre-requisites
- For most courses, enrolment is limited to Education students.
- Some courses are available in Spring and Summer Session.
- Some courses are available by independent study.
The Class Search also has the most recent edition of classes available for each term.
For course descriptions, check the Course and Program Catalogue.
* Not all Electives are offered each year.
Educational Administration (EADM)
- EADM 422.3 - Leading Organizations: An Introduction to Leadership Theory and Practice
- EADM 424.3 - The Diligent Leader
- EADM 425.3 - Legal and Institutional Contexts of Education
Art Education (EART)
- EART 303.3 - Methods in Elementary Visual Art
- EART 331.3 - Methods in Secondary Visual Art
- EART 421.3 - Ceramics for Teachers
- EART 433.3 - Advanced Methodology in Art Education
Curriculum Studies (ECUR)
- ECUR 291.3 - Introduction to Teaching of English as Second Language
- ECUR 271.3 - Developing Writing Abilities
- ECUR 349.3 - Methods in Middle Years and Secondary Drama
- ECUR 362.3 - Introduction to Principles and Practices of Second Language Teaching
- ECUR 373.3 - Childrens Literature Elementary
- ECUR 376.3 - Introduction to Literacy Education Middle Grades
- ECUR 378.3 - Creative Activities in Elementary and Middle Years Language Arts
- ECUR 391.3 - Theory of Second Language Learning and Methods of Skill Development
- ECUR 393.3 - Advanced Methods in Teaching English as Second Language
- ECUR 398.3 - Advanced Methods in Teaching English as Second Language
- ECUR 401.3 - Teaching and Learning in Community Education
- ECUR 402.3 - Language Schools Society
- ECUR 405.3 - Seminar on Learning and Teaching in Middle Years
- ECUR 442.3 - Emergent Literacy in Elementary English Language
- ECUR 444.3 - Assessment and Instruction of Children Experiencing Reading Difficulties
- ECUR 472.3 - Methods in Middle Years and Secondary Writing
- ECUR 475.3 - The Study of Language for Secondary School Teachers
Educational Foundations (EFDT)
- EDFT 482.3 - Women and Education
- EDFT 486.3 - Gay and Lesbian Issues in Education
Music Education (EMUS)
- EMUS 303.3 - Teaching Music in Elementary/Middle Schools
Educational Psychology & Special Education (EPSE)
- EPSE 390.3 - Exceptional Learner
- EPSE 414.3 - Exceptional Learners: Classroom Implications
- EPSE 416.3 - Comprehensive Guidance and Counselling
- EPSE 417.3 - Introduction to Counseling Psychology
Educational Technology and Design (ETAD)
- ETAD 370.3 - Survey of Microcomputer Applications in Educational Environments
- ETAD 402.3 - Multimedia Design and Production
- ETAD 404.3 - Designing E-learning Environments for Education
- ETAD 460.3 - Introduction to Educational Communications and Technology
- ETAD 470.3 - Design and Use of Online Learning Resources
- ETAD 474.3 - Mass Communication and Media Literacy Studies for Educators
- ETAD 476.3 - Video Production for Education
- ETAD 478.3 - Still Photography in Education
Term 1 Education Electives
*Be sure to check that you have the required prerequisites.
Title |
CRN |
Mode/Day/Time |
Instructor |
Notes |
ECUR 291 – Introduction to Teaching of English as Second Language |
80609 |
Web |
TBA |
Pre-requisite: Eng 110.6 or 6 credit units from Eng 111, 112, 113, 114, and 115. |
ECUR 349 – Methods in Middle Years and Secondary Drama |
83671 |
Tues |
TBA |
Methods for Secondary Drama teaching area (TA); Elective for other TA’s
Pre or co-requisites: Students pursuing the B.Ed. Direct Entry program must complete EFDT 101.3, ECUR 163.3/164.3 or 165.3; EFDT 265.3 or ECUR 265.3, and EPSE 202.3 |
ECUR 415 – Current Issues in English as an Additional Language |
86698 |
Web |
TBA |
Pre or co-requisites: Students pursuing the B.Ed. Direct Entry program must complete EFDT 101.3, ECUR 163.3/164.3 or 165.3; EFDT 265.3 or ECUR 265.3, and EPSE 202.3 |
EFDT XXX – To be announced |
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To be announced |
ETAD 402 - Multimedia Design and Production |
83456 |
Tues |
TBA |
Pre or co-requisites: Students pursuing the B.Ed. Direct Entry program must complete EFDT 101.3, ECUR 163.3/164.3 or 165.3; EFDT 265.3 or ECUR 265.3, and EPSE 202.3 Note: Students with credit for ECMM 402 may not take this course for credit. |
ETAD 404 – Designing E-learning Environments for Education |
88560 |
Remote Wednesday 1:30 – 4:30 pm |
TBA |
Pre-requisites: Students pursuing the B.Ed. Direct Entry program must complete EFDT 101.3, ECUR 163.3/164.3 or 165.3; EFDT 265.3 or ECUR 265.3, and EPSE 202.3 |
Term 2 Education Electives
*Be sure to check that you have the required prerequisites.
Title |
CRN |
Mode/Day/Time |
Instructor |
Notes |
EADM 422 – Leading Organizations: An Introduction to Leadership Theory and Practice |
20635 |
Tuesday 1 – 4 pm |
TBA |
Pre-requisites: Students pursuing the B.Ed. Direct Entry program must complete EFDT 101.3, ECUR 163.3/164.3 or 165.3; EFDT 265.3 or ECUR 265.3, and EPSE 202.3
Note: Completion of 60 credit units of university level courses prior to registration in this course is recommended. |
ECUR 291 – Introduction to Teaching of English as Second Language |
20761 |
Web |
TBA |
Pre-requisite: Eng 110.6 or 6 credit units from Eng 111, 112, 113, 114, and 115. |
ECUR 362 – Introduction to Principles and Practices of Second Language Teaching |
22157 |
Wed |
TBA |
Methods course for TA Modern Languages; Elective for other TA’s Note: If English is your first language then at least 12 c.u. in a modern language other than English is required. Pre or co-requisites: Students pursuing the B.Ed. Direct Entry program must complete EFDT 101.3, ECUR 163.3/164.3 or 165.3; EFDT 265.3 or ECUR 265.3, and EPSE 202.3 |
ECUR 391 – Theory of Second Language Learning and Methods of Skills Development |
20762 |
Web |
TBA |
Pre-requisite: ECUR 291 Pre or co-requisites: Students pursuing the B.Ed. Direct Entry program must complete EFDT 101.3, ECUR 163.3/164.3 or 165.3; EFDT 265.3 or ECUR 265.3, and EPSE 202.3 |
EFDT 422 – Pedagogy of Intersecting Anti-Racist Education |
27232 |
Monday 1 – 4 pm |
TBA |
Prerequisite(s): Completion of the B.Ed. Extended Practicum (EXPR 422.15 or EXPR 423.3 and EXPR 425.12 or EXPR 424.3 and EXPR 425.12) and one of EFDT 301, EDUC 301, or EFDT 335; or permission of instructor. |
EPSE 417 – Introduction to Counselling Psychology |
27046 |
Web |
TBA |
Currently only Post-degree certificate students are eligible to register. Available seats will open after certificate students register. Pre or co-requisites: EPSE 258, 302, 337, 390 or EDUC 202, or department approval Pre or co-requisites: Students pursuing the B.Ed. Direct Entry program must complete EFDT 101.3, ECUR 163.3/164.3 or 165.3; EFDT 265.3 or ECUR 265.3, and EPSE 202.3 Note: Students may not receive credit for both this course and PSY 257 in a B.Ed. program |
ETAD 402 - Multimedia Design and Production |
23769
|
Tues |
TBA |
Pre or co-requisites: Students pursuing the B.Ed. Direct Entry program must complete EFDT 101.3, ECUR 163.3/164.3 or 165.3; EFDT 265.3 or ECUR 265.3, and EPSE 202.3 Note: Students with credit for ECMM 402 may not take this course for credit. |
ETAD 404 – Designing E-learning Environments for Education |
23770 |
Web |
TBA |
Pre or co-requisites: Students pursuing the B.Ed. Direct Entry program must complete EFDT 101.3, ECUR 163.3/164.3 or 165.3; EFDT 265.3 or ECUR 265.3, and EPSE 202.3 Note: Students with credit for ECMM 404 may not take this course for credit. |
Inquiry Project 411
TERM 2
EADM 411 (02) – Instructor: Jing Xiao
Wednesday 5:00 – 7:50 pm
Inquiry into International and Comparative Education: Issues and Perspectives
As internationalization is increasingly having an impact on educational settings, it is important to consider the different foci and approaches that will assist in understanding the reality of teaching in the 21stcentury. This course focuses on inquiry as an approach to investigate issues and perspectives related to international and comparative education. The objective is to show how inquiry-based learning can be used to understand the impact of social and cultural diversity on your teaching practice. In this course, you will be exposed to content in the following areas: structures of educational systems in different countries and regions; understanding cultural diversity in today’s classroom; and the implications of international perspectives on the practice of teaching. The course will lead to developing an inquiry-based project focusing on one of those three areas.
ECUR 411 (04) – Instructor: Tracy Walker
Wednesday 9:00 – 11:50 am
Experiential Learning & Open Inquiry through the Scientific Process
This course is an experiential learning opportunity focused on inquiry within a science context. In this course you will pursue two concurrent inquiries. As professionals, you will reflect on pedagogical approaches to integrating learning through inquiry in your classroom, whatever your teaching areas are. As learners, you will design and conduct your own scientific experiment, possibly using equipment at Canada's only synchrotron, the Canadian Light Source. You will build theoretical knowledge and practical abilities through investigation and integration of learning theory, curricula, teaching approaches and strategies, assessment, information communication technologies and other topics, as they connect to each phase of the science process while considering your identity, practice, role and responsibilities as a teacher. Your learning will be most meaningful if you take this course after you have completed your extended practicum.
ECUR 411 (02) – Instructor: Debbie Pushor
Thursday 9:00 – 11:50 am
Title: Community Education
This course is designed to facilitate an experiential learning inquiry through which you will enhance your knowledge and understanding of the purpose, principles, practices, and impact of community education in the Saskatchewan context. It is centered on Dewey’s foundational premise that experience is education. You will be supported to engage in community education and to inquire into the principles and philosophy of community education while immersed in it – intellectually, physically, spiritually and emotionally. You are invited into a living inquiry.
EFDT 411 (02) – Instructor: Dr. Lynn Lemisko
Wednesday 1:00 – 3:50 pm
Topic: Educating for Democracy: How did we get here? Where to from here?
Given that Canada recently celebrated 150 years as a nation, it is important to consider how teaching and learning across the curriculum has shaped citizen understandings of democracy and nationhood. To answer questions about ‘where to from here’, it is important to understand past and present perspectives about educating for democracy in order to ensure sound approaches for the future. In particular, this course offers teacher candidates the opportunity to inquire into issues connected to educating for democracy using a historical approach to knowledge construction. Seminars will engage teacher candidates in the use of historical document analysis methodologies, including the examination, interpretation and critique of both primary and secondary source material so that they can develop and conduct an independent or interdependent inquiry project to explore issues connected to educating for democracy across the curriculum, using a historical lens. Teacher candidates will complete an inquiry project independently or in small groups.
EFDT 411 (86) – Instructor: Karla Jessen Williamson
Tuesday 10:00 am – 12:50 pm
Topic: Spoken Words: Aboriginal Oral Traditions and Knowledge
(This is a section reserved for ITEP students. Non-ITEP students who wish to take this class can request permission from ITEP to take this section by filling out the class permit override form found in the Education Channel on PAWS and submit the signed form to the ITEP office. If approved ITEP will place permission on the system to allow you to register.)
As a teacher candidate you are expected to develop an independent or interdependent inquiry on spoken words of Aboriginal peoples and figure out how your learning of these is connected to your future teaching based on your experiences. Your learning will be facilitated in developing understanding of approaches to inquiring appropriate to questions you wish to address in regards to Indigenous oral traditions and knowledge. You are encouraged to engage in deeper inquiry to develop positive attitudes towards oral traditions and story telling that come from Indigenous community. Your inquiry involves how you would go about creating partnerships in education and develop skills related to Aboriginal community engagement and community-based learning.
EPSE 411 (02) – Instructor:
Thursday 1:00 – 3:50 pm
Topic: TBA
Forms and Checklists
- Cameron Tkachuk Memorial Professional Development Fund Application Form
- Class Permit/Override
- Deferred Examination Request Form
- Late Enrolment in a Class
- Permission to take 19-21 credit units
- Permission Request Form - Transfer Credit
- Permission Request Form for non-SUNTEP Student to Register in "G" Courses
- Prerequisite and Corequisite Waiver
- Student and Academic Affairs Committee Mandate and Membership
- Student Affairs and Academic Standards Committee Request/Referral Form
- Supplementary Exam Request Form
- Other Frequently Used Forms
Program requirements to complete the various Bachelor of Education program routes are available in the Education Student Resources channel in PAWS , the Course and Program Catalogue, and/or by consulting your DegreeWorks profile in PAWS.
Ask an Advisor
Undergraduate Programs Office
College of Education
(306) 966-7654
advising.education@usask.ca
Academic Information and Policies
Academic Information and Policies can be found in the Course and Program Catalogue.
Click on the “Academic Information & Policies” tab.
Competency ePortfolios
Imagine the culmination of your B.Ed program where you could open a portfolio that holds exemplary assignments stored from years of teacher education.
As you lean forward, you are able to see completed unit and lesson plans, reflective essays, photographs of field experiences, and even video footage of demonstrations, as well as other evidence-based growth related to your professional learning journey. This kind of contemplation of learning over time is a part of reflective teaching and a hallmark of effective practice.
Your portfolio of competencies expands into sections that address particular topics related to Saskatchewan Teacher Education competencies: professonal/personal outcomes, knowledge outcomes, instructional outcomes, and curricular outcomes.
This is the vision for the ePortfolio in the College of Education-a tool that will support teacher candidates in reflective learning, towards a successful career path.
The College of Education has an ePortfolio server accessible at eportfolio.usask.ca.
This server uses the Mahara open source software and is not part of Blackboard or Paws.
All College of Education students have access to the ePortfolio opportunity. The Saskatchewan Teacher Education Certification Competencies have been inserted into their accounts, and students may upload competency-based work into the appropriate areas.
Instructors are able to connect course syllabi to competency outcomes, supporting program alignment with the Ministry of Education, and instructors may also access these ePortfolios in order to assess student work.
Resources
- An example of an eportfolio (mostly elementary) with 1 entry per competency is here.
A printable ms-word version is here.
An example of an eportfolio (mostly secondary) with more than 1 entry per competency is here. - An ePortfolio activity is here.
This activity is designed to give you some practise in looking at student entries. - An ePortfolio checklist is here.
This document outlines what to emphasize and tell your students.
The College of Education has an eportfolio server accessible at eportfolio.usask.ca
This server uses the Mahara open source software and is not part of Blackboard or Paws.
All College of Education students have access to the ePortfolio opportunity. Based in the Saskatchewan Teacher Education Certification Competencies, students may upload competency-based work to share with instructors, peers and co-operating teachers.
Upon graduation, the ePortfolio can serve as a professional briefcase containing demonstrated skills related to employment.
Help Topics
- Logging in and finding your TECC collection
- Entering Basic Text
- Making your entries retractable
- Sharing your work with a Secret URL
Video | PDF
- Uploading a Lesson Plan
Professional Accountability
Students, staff, faculty, and instructors in the College of Education aspire to the high standards of professionalism associated with the teaching profession.
Awards
Scholarships and bursaries are available to returning students continuing in an undergraduate program and new, first-time students entering an undergraduate program. In addition to the U of S awards listed on these pages, many external agencies offer scholarships and awards to students across Saskatchewan and Canada. These awards are not adminstered by the university.
Steps for Graduation and Teacher Certification
There are three possible scenarios when applying for your Teacher Certificate:
1. Previous Degree and 48 Credit Units of Education Coursework (including Extended Practicum)- Apply to Graduate (in PAWS)
- Submit the Release of Information Authorization Form
- You do not require a letter from the College confirming the degree since your transcripts will show you have a previous degree and 48 credit units of Education.
- The Saskatchewan Professional Teachers Regulatory Board (SPTRB) will require a copy of your U of S transcripts after your extended practicum grade has been posted.
- You need to have transcripts from all post-secondary institutions you have attended (including University of Saskatchewan) to the SPTRB.
- Apply to Graduate (in PAWS)
- Submit the Release of Information Authorization Form
- Once your extended practicum grade appears on your transcript, please email Audrey Swan at audrey.swan@usask.ca requesting that a letter be sent to the Saskatchewan Professional Teachers Regulatory Board (SPTRB) confirming your degree (since degree status will not appear on your U of S transcripts until June).
- You do not need to send your University of Saskatchewan transcripts, but you do need to send transcripts from any other post-secondary institutions you have attended to the Saskatchewan Professional Teachers Regulatory Board (SPTRB).
- Apply to Graduate (in PAWS)
- Submit the Release of Information Authorization Form
- You do not need to request a letter from the college but instead confirmation of your degree is sent to the Saskatchewan Professional Teachers Regulatory Board as soon as possible after your final grades appear on your transcripts.
- You do not need to send your University of Saskatchewan transcripts but do need to send transcripts from any other post-secondary institutions you have attended to Saskatchewan Professional Teachers Regulatory Board (SPTRB).
Apply to Graduate
Spring Convocation – The deadline to apply for Spring Convocation is March 31.
The College of Education will send official University of Saskatchewan transcripts to the Saskatchewan Professional Teachers Regulatory Board once your degree appears on your transcripts in June. We do not send transcripts from other post-secondary institutions so please arrange to send those transcripts directly to the Saskatchewan Professional Teachers Regulatory Board.
Fall Convocation – The deadline to apply for Fall Convocation is August 31.
The College of Education will send official University of Saskatchewan transcripts to the Saskatchewan Professional Teachers Regulatory Board once your degree appears on your transcripts in October. We do not send transcripts from other post-secondary institutions so please arrange to send those transcripts directly to the Saskatchewan Professional Teachers Regulatory Board.
Remember to complete both the Application to Graduate and the Release of Information Authorization Form.
IMPORTANT NOTICE FROM SASKATCHEWAN PROFESSIONAL TEACHERS REGULATORY BOARD (SPTRB)
Procedures for Applying for Certification
Application form for Saskatchewan Teacher Certification
Teacher candidates can submit their application form anytime during their last year of study but cannot receive their teacher's license until all grades are on their transcripts.
Please read through the application form carefully and submit all relevant documentation to the Saskatchewan Teachers Regulatory Board.
SK Pre-B.Ed Assessment Option
• Applicants with an approved undergraduate degree and at least 48 semester hours of pre-service teacher education coursework (must include a completed practicum and specific courses required for certification) may apply for assessment for certification prior to completing their B.Ed. program.
• At the time of application, teacher candidates may request a Pre-B.Ed. Assessment by indicating such on the application and paying the associated fee. The fee includes the SK B.Ed. Graduate Application Fee ($105) and the SK Pre-B.Ed. Assessment fee ($105) for a total of $210.
• Transcripts must be requested from all institutions attended and sent directly to the SPTRB. PLEASE NOTE: Your teaching practicum must be completed and awarded on your transcript.
• Applicants requesting the SK Pre-B.Ed. Assessment and who meet requirements for certification will be issued a permanent Professional A teaching certificate. Applicants who do not meet requirements for certification will have their application held until proof of completion of a B.Ed. is received; at which point a permanent Professional A teaching certificate will be issued.
• Please note that all fees, including the SK Pre-B.Ed. Assessment fee, are non-refundable. As such, applicants are asked to be familiar with certification requirements prior to requesting the SK Pre-B.Ed. Assessment. These are found under the Academic Requirements on the SPTRB website.
Key Points To Remember:
• When completing your online application, please answer “No” for the questions about holding another teacher’s certificate or authorization to teach UNLESS you do hold a teacher’s certificate or authorization to teach from another province or country.
• Applications are not processed until all required documents are received.
• A CRC (Criminal Record Check) and VSS (Vulnerable Sector Search) are required as part of your application and must be completed within 3 months prior to certification (generally February 1 or later)
• U of S or U of R transcripts and convocation eligibility letters will be sent directly from the university to the SPTRB upon the completion of your degree requirements.
• If you have attended any other post-secondary institution (other than the U of R or U of S), you must arrange to have these transcripts sent to the SPTRB directly from the institution.
• You can check the status of your application online by logging into your profile and clicking ‘Educators Only’ and then ‘Applications’.
• After initial certification and registration, it is your responsibility to register with the SPTRB annually.
Contact Information
Saskatchewan Professional Teachers Regulatory Board (SPTRB)
Alberta Alberta Education Telephone (780) 427-2045 |
New Brunswick New Brunswick Department of Education |
Ontario Ontario College of Teachers |
British Columbia British Columbia College of Teachers Telephone (604) 731-8170 |
Northwest Territories Northwest Territories Department of Education, Culture, and Employment Telephone (867) 873-7392 |
Prince Edward Island Department of Education Telephone (902) 368-6144 |
Manitoba Manitoba Department of Education and Training Telephone (204) 773-2998 |
Nova Scotia Nova Scotia Department of Education and Culture Telephone (902) 424-6620 |
Quèbec Direction de la formation et de la titularisation du personnel scolaire Telephone (418) 646-6581 |
Newfoundland and Labrador Newfoundland and Labrador Department of Education Telephone (709) 729-3020 |
Nunavut Nunavut Department of Education |
Yukon Yukon Department of Education |