CONT953: Teaching Physics in Grades 11 & 12 (BC)

Course Schedule

Registration will remain open until 4pm EST on the posted registration deadline date.

Course Description

We have all developed our own interpretations of how and why things happen in the world (or universe). Teaching physics can be exciting and engaging, especially when the conflicting situations are brought to life with dramatic demonstrations, or the complex is made clear with animations and simulations. High school students find it most engaging when they learn physics by doing physics.

Physics can be a challenging course to teach—unless you are well prepared! And this course is designed to do just that. You will be introduced to a student-centred, activity-based approach to teaching. You will examine the latest innovations in assessment, explore the potentials of integrating technology, and examine alternative pedagogical approaches. You will leave with a fully developed unit plan for one of the Big Ideas in the new physics curriculum, as well as a portfolio of resources developed by your peers.

Application Requirements

Courses and Post-Graduate Certificates are approved by TQS for Category Upgrade. If you would like these courses to be used towards Category Upgrading, you must have a valid BC Teacher Certificate.

ECEs, EAs, and other education professionals are welcome to take the courses without Certification.

Course Materials

Accommodations

Applicants who require accommodations for a specific learning need (e.g., learning disability) within their AQ/ABQ course, should click here for further information and support.

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Refund Schedule

If you drop a course:

1. by the midpoint of the course, you will receive 100% of your course fee.
2. after the midpoint, before the end of the course, you will receive 50% of your course fee.

For more about our refund policies, visit our Fees & Refunds page.