Education Minor
WHAT IS AN EDUCATION MINOR?
Students who are interested in the field of education but do not want to enter the Bachelor of Education after degree program, may choose to pursue an Education Minor. This 18 credit concentration will help students develop an understanding of the various philosophies of education and deepen their understanding of school aged children and special needs.
See the Faulty of Education home page here.
HOW CAN AN EDUCATION (NON-TEACHING) MINOR BE USED?
This sequence of courses is beneficial for individuals interested in
- the helping professions such as social work, psychology, child development, and speech and hearing sciences
- church education programs or parachurch organizations
- community youth organizations
- sports and recreation activities such as coaching and adventure/outdoor education
WHAT KINDS OF EDUCATION DEGREES DOES KING’S OFFER?
2-Year Bachelor of Education After-Degree (Elementary)
2-Year Bachelor of Education After-Degree (Secondary)
Available As A Minor For:
B.A., B.Com., B.Mus., 4-Year B.Sc. (BIOL & CMPT majors)
Courses Available for an Education Minor
EDUC 251 - Introduction to Teaching
EDUC 281 - Introduction to Mathematical Applications
EDUC 300 - Introduction to Western Educational Ideas
EDUC 309 - Teaching with Children's Literature
EDUC 363 - Childhood and Adolescence
EDUC 393 - Movement Activities for Children
EDUC 399 - Special Topics in Education
EDUC 414 - Educational Technology
EDUC 499 - Special Studies in Education
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Introduction to Teaching, Every Year, Fall 3(3-0-3)
This course introduces the life of the professional teacher and lays the foundation to future courses in the teacher education program. The course consists of two activities: lectures exploring basic educational concepts and in-school observation of these concepts at work. Students participate in the life of classrooms and work with children at both elementary and secondary school levels. Please see the current EDUCATION 251 PRACTICUM MANUAL for special information pertaining to the evaluation of this course.
Introduction to Western Educational Ideas, Every Year, Fall 3(3-0-0)
Students receive an introduction to philosophical and ideological issues relating to educational thought and practice within the Western intellectual tradition. The course introduces the student to both traditional and contemporary theories of education as well as current efforts to develop a Christian approach to education.
Prerequisites: PHIL 230 and at least one education course
Psychology of Exceptional Children and Adolescents, Every Year, Fall 3(3-1-0)
This course provides an overview of the major intellectual, academic, emotional, behavioural, sensory and physical exceptionalities that are encountered in clinical or school settings. Course participants are encouraged to become familiar with exceptional children and/or adolescents through credited volunteer activities. The seminar component of the course consists of applied statistics or movie and novel reviews. Same as PSYC 341.
Prerequisites: PSYC 250 or 251
Childhood and Adolescence, Every Year, Fall 3(3-0-0)
This course examines the psychology of human development and change from the prenatal period to late adolescence. Specifically, development is considered chronologically in the sequence of infancy, early childhood, middle childhood, early, middle and late adolescence. The dimensions of development to be investigated include the physical, cognitive, emotional, social, academic, moral and religious aspects. Same as PSYC 351. Students with credit in EDUC 263 or PSYC 350 cannot receive credit in EDUC 363.
Prerequisites: PSYC 250 or 251.
Movement Activities for Children, Every Year, Fall 3(1-0-2)
Students will study movement activities for children in elementary school within a developmental framework. Special emphasis is placed on games, gymnastics and dance for children ages five to twelve years. The course combines theory, practical teaching experiences with children and critical reflection on these experiences in the context of children's physical development. This will include the study of free play and organized physical activities in recreational, educational, and sport environments. Students with credit in EDUC 203 cannot receive credit in EDUC 393. Same as PHED 393.
Special Topics in Education, Subject to demand, 3(3-0-0)
A course on a topic or figure of special interest to a member of the education faculty and offered on a non-recurring basis.
Prerequisites: Some topics may have specific prerequisites.
Special Studies in Education, Every Year, Fall 1 to 3 (varies)
This course provides an opportunity to do intensive study of a special topic of particular interest to the student. Students work closely with a faculty member in tutorial meetings. Students must apply in advance for special studies to the faculty member with whom they wish to work. Prerequisites: Open to students in both the pre-B.Ed. and B.Ed. (AD) who have completed at least two senior-level Education courses.
