Program Description
This 30-credit program focuses on developing the particular skills and abilities required of the Indigenous teacher in the middle school of his/her community. It does not lead to provincial certification. Rather, it prepares Indigenous teachers, who are bilingual or have some knowledge of their Indigenous language and who have already established themselves as teachers, to teach students at this level in ways that are developmentally and culturally appropriate. The program focuses on the particular psychological, emotional, and social needs of Indigenous adolescents and the teacher's role in facilitating the transition between elementary and high school.
This certificate may be taken concurrently and completed within the Bachelor of Education for Certified Teachers program if the requirements for the B.Ed. are fulfilled.
More information about the Certificate in Middle School Education in Indigenous Communities program (program requirements, a full list of courses and course descriptions) can be found below.
Certificate (Cert.) Middle School Education in Indigenous Communities (30 Credits)
Offered by:~Continuing Education-Educatio
Degree:Cert Mdl Sch Ed Indigenous Com
Program Requirement:
This 30-credit program focuses on developing the particular skills and abilities required of the Indigenous teacher in the middle school of his/her community. It does not lead to provincial certification. Rather, it prepares Indigenous teachers, who are bilingual or have some knowledge of their Indigenous language and who have already established themselves as teachers, to teach students at this level in ways that are developmentally and culturally appropriate. The program focuses on the particular psychological, emotional, and social needs of Aboriginal adolescents and the teacher's role in facilitating the transition between elementary and high school.
This certificate may be taken concurrently and completed within the Bachelor of Education for Certified Teachers program if the requirements for the B.Ed. are fulfilled.
Required Courses (15 credits)
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EDEC 245
Middle School Teaching
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Curriculum and Instruction: Explores the philosophy of middle school teaching and how this impacts on the institutional, curricula and instructional decisions made in meeting the specialized needs of Aboriginal adolescents. Particular attention will be paid to how middle school philosophy can be integrated with Aboriginal values.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Terms
- This course is not scheduled for the 2024-2025 academic year
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
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EDEC 246
Middle School Curriculum
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Curriculum and Instruction: Curriculum principles underlying an integrated approach to learning in the middle school level; surveys various curricula looking at program structures; explores teaching and learning methodologies appropriate for this age level when implementing an integrated curriculum, with particular attention to integrating indigenous language and culture.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Terms
- This course is not scheduled for the 2024-2025 academic year
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
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EDFE 210
Middle School Practicum
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Student Teaching: Supervised practice to provide classroom teaching experience in the middle school context designed to prepare individuals to teach effectively at this level; seminars where participants discuss how best to respond to the social and emotional issues their students face.
Offered by: Education - Dean's Office
- Prerequisite: At least 24 credits in the program must have been completed
- Terms
- This course is not scheduled for the 2024-2025 academic year
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
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EDPE 377
Adolescence and Education
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Ed Psych & Couns (Psychology): Development of personality and social behaviour in adolescence. Problems relating to self-concept, academic achievement, relationships with others, and development of values in a changing culture. Some attention to current criticisms of the school as an agency involved in adolescent development.
Offered by: Educational&Counselling Psych
- Offered through Continuing Education or Summer Studies
3 credits from the list below:
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EDEC 302
Language&Learning - Curriculum
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Curriculum and Instruction: This course on language and learning across the curriculum will explore the central role of pupils' language, both oral and written, in their learning and the implications for using this learning tool in teaching. It will also consider "languages" (e.g. computers, media, etc.) in teaching and learning.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Terms
- This course is not scheduled for the 2024-2025 academic year
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
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EDSL 305
L2 Learning:Classroom Settings
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Education in Second Languages: This course provides an introduction to theory and research in second language acquisition (SLA). It is designed to help students understand the processes, developmental patterns and factors contributing to SLA so that the students will be prepared to evaluate and develop teaching procedures in light of this understanding.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
Major Subject Area (6 credits)
6 credits in the major subject area of the Bachelor of Education for Certified Teachers selected in consultation with the Director of Programs in First Nations and Inuit Education.
Minor Subject Area (6 credits)
6 credits in the minor subject area of the Bachelor of Education for Certified Teachers selected in consultation with the Director of Programs in First Nations and Inuit Education.
Education Courses (3 credits)
3 credits from the list below or from other courses as approved by the Director of Programs in First Nations and Inuit Education.
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EDEA 241
Basic Art Media for Classroom
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Arts Education: An introduction to media that can be easily adapted to elementary classroom studio exploration.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Arts supplies such as plaster, clay, and paints provided in class. As well, the fee of $15 includes a museum entrance charge for a guided tour. The fee is refundable until the end of the course add/drop period.
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EDEC 220
Curriculum Development
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Curriculum and Instruction: This course, introducing Aboriginal educators to the principles and processes of curriculum development, emphasizes the impact of language and culture on the development of materials. Features of the process of curriculum and materials design, which are strategically important in meeting the needs of Aboriginal students, are highlighted.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Terms
- This course is not scheduled for the 2024-2025 academic year
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
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EDEC 243
Teaching:Multigrade Classrooms
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Curriculum and Instruction: This course introduces students to concepts and strategies for organizing, teaching, and evaluating learning in classes in which there are students from two, three or four grade levels.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- **Due to the intensive nature of this course, the standard add/drop and withdrawal deadlines do not apply. Add/drop is the third lecture day and withdrawal is the sixth lecture day.
- Terms
- This course is not scheduled for the 2024-2025 academic year
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
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EDEC 591
Cultural Values&Socialization
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Curriculum and Instruction: An introduction to the educational implications of cultural values and patterns of socialization of youth. Topics will include a description of the cultural values of Indigenous peoples, home styles of communication, learning and discipline and intercultural educational issues.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Restriction(s): Not open to students who have taken EDEE 291.
- Terms
- This course is not scheduled for the 2024-2025 academic year
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
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EDEE 444
First Nations&Inuit Curriculum
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Elementary Education: An introduction to First Nations and Inuit curriculum: how curriculum needs in Aboriginal communities are similar to and different from mainstream ones, the range of ways in which First Nations and Inuit have responded to curriculum needs based on language, culture, and community perceptions.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Terms
- This course is not scheduled for the 2024-2025 academic year
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
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EDKP 241
Indigenous Physical Activities
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Kinesiology&Physical Education: Designed to prepare students to teach physical recreation activities of their Indigenous culture such as Indigenous games, stunts, combatives, gymnastics and dance activities belonging in the cultural context.
Offered by: Kinesiology and Physical Ed
- Restriction: Open only to students in the Certificate in Education for First Nations and Inuit and Bachelors of Education First Nations and Inuit Education.
- **Due to the intensive nature of this course, the standard add/drop and withdrawal deadlines do not apply. Add/drop is the second lecture day and withdrawal is the fifth lecture day.
- Terms
- This course is not scheduled for the 2024-2025 academic year
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
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EDPT 200
Integ Ed Tech in Classrooms
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Ed Psych & Couns (Media): The course is designed to help practicing and future teachers integrate current and emerging technology in their daily teaching practices. It is a practical, hands-on course that is grounded in constructivist learning theory. The participants will learn by engaging in authentic tasks in a project-based learning environment.
Offered by: Educational&Counselling Psych
- Also offered through the School of Continuing Studies.
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EDSL 247
Sec Lang Ed: Indigenous Commun
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Education in Second Languages: Issues and considerations in the learning of English or French in Indigenous communities. Emphasis on teaching a second language to Indigenous children.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Limited to students enrolled in off-campus programs delivered through the Office of First Nations and Inuit Education.
- Terms
- This course is not scheduled for the 2024-2025 academic year
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
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EDSL 305
L2 Learning:Classroom Settings
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Education in Second Languages: This course provides an introduction to theory and research in second language acquisition (SLA). It is designed to help students understand the processes, developmental patterns and factors contributing to SLA so that the students will be prepared to evaluate and develop teaching procedures in light of this understanding.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
Admission Information
This program is offered through community partners - there is no direct admission. For more information about partners and how to create a partnership with McGill First Nations and Inuit Education, see our Partners website.
Course Delivery Method
The Office of First Nations and Inuit Education works collaboratively to structure the course delivery method with the Partner. The sequence of courses, the location, the dates are all decided together- McGill and the Partner. The programs are customized to meet the McGill requirements as well as the Partner’s needs. Examples of course delivery methods include; face to face courses, blended courses using technology for follow up and support, community based as well as courses offered on McGill campus. The uniqueness of the course delivery method is the attentiveness that is paid to the students’ learning and well-being.
Contact Information
Stephen Peters
Director, Office of First Nations and Inuit Education
Tel.: (514) 398-4527 Ext. 00859
ofnie.education [at] mcgill.ca (Email)
Jim Howden
Assistant Director, Office of First Nations & Inuit Education
Tel.: (514) 398-4527 Ext. 09855
ofnie.education [at] mcgill.ca (Email)
Program information is organized for two distinct groups:
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