CONT562: Environmental Education, Part 1

Course Schedule

Course Description

This course will introduce you to the foundational knowledge, practices, and policies that shape environmental learning in Ontario. You will consider land-based learning and Indigenous Ways of Knowing, outdoor and experiential learning, and the connections between environmental education, social justice, and humane education. You’ll also examine the role of environmental education in fostering ecological literacy, stewardship, and global citizenship.

Throughout the course, you will engage in reflective and practical learning experiences that support inclusive, inquiry-driven, and community-connected approaches. Emphasis will be on strategies for effective assessment, differentiation, and supporting diverse learners in environmental contexts. The course culminates with the development of a proposal for an environmental initiative, where you will synthesize your learning to design a practical, innovative, and sustainable project that connects theory to classroom, school, or community practice.

What You Will Learn and Do

In this course you’ll have the opportunity to

• consider First Nations, Métis, and Inuit (FNMI) histories, perspectives, and knowledge systems in teaching and learning processes to support ecological justice
• apply theories and pedagogies of oppression to the design, assessment, and implementation of programs and practices related to environmental equity and ecological justice education
• explore current research and literature associated with professional practices, policies, and field-based pedagogies related to environmental education and sustainability
• create environmental experiences that contribute to the sense of belonging and well-being of learners
• create programs and learning opportunities that facilitate partnerships, experiential learning, and land-based learning
• integrate information and communication technology into teaching and learning practices in an environmentally responsive and intentional manner

Application Requirements

We will use the OCT number you provide during online registration to confirm OCT Membership and undergraduate degree, with qualifications in Primary, Junior, Intermediate or Senior.

Course Materials

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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 by the midpoint of the course, you will receive 100% of your course fee
• If you drop a course 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.