Program Requirement:
The M.A. in Teaching and Learning Program is a 60-credit, post-graduate degree leading to teacher certification. It is comprised of 45 credits of coursework, coupled with 15 credits (minimum of 735 hours) of internship. This professional program leads to teacher certification to those already holding an undergraduate degree in a teachable subject area identified by the Quebec Ministry of Education. The program, which targets those with formal and/or non-formal teaching experience, begins with mandatory courses in the Summer term. The specific course sequence and progression leads students to complete the program in five consecutive terms on a full-time basis. The program must be completed within three years. Alternatively, the program can be followed on a part-time basis, in which case all program requirements must be completed within five years. Throughout the MATL, emphasis will be on the demonstration of mastery of the Québec Ministry of Education professional competencies. Upon completion, students are recommended to the Quebec Ministry of Education for certification.
Note: The Quebec Ministry of Education requires that all students pass the English Exam for Teacher Certification (EETC) prior to taking EDIN 610 Internship 1.
Required Courses (48 credits)
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EDEC 612
Digital Media and Learning
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Curriculum and Instruction: This course addresses emerging theories, pedagogies, and practices related to youth learning through digital media and online participatory cultures. Through direct engagement with multiple forms of digital media and youth, students will consider implications for teaching and learning within and beyond schools.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Fall
- **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.
- Please note: students taking this course as part of a Teacher Education Program leading to certification will also integrate e-portfolios.
- Terms
- Instructors
- Aron L Rosenberg
- Stephen Peters
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EDEM 609
Critical Perspect Ed Theo&Res
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Admin & Policy Studies in Ed: Critical exploration of contemporary issues in educational theory and research, in terms of current scholarship in the field, current educational contexts, and various research paradigms. Educational issues as expressions of social, ethical, political, economic, epistemological and cultural reconfigurations. Students will learn to be critical consumers of educational theories and research.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Fall, Winter
- **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.
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EDIN 610
Internship 1
7 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Education Internship: Mentored student teaching in a school requiring a gradual increase in teaching and related duties.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Prerequisite(s): EDTL 601, EDTL 515
- Corequisite(s): EDPS 610
- Restriction(s): Not open to students who have taken EDIN 601.
- Students are expected to apprise themselves of internship dates, workload percentages, and responsibilities at www.mcgill.ca/isa. Normally students must pass both EDIN 610 and EDPS 610, failure in a course may necessitate repeating both courses.
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EDIN 620
Internship 2.
8 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Education Internship: Mentored student teaching in a school requiring full responsibilities for lesson planning, student learning, classroom management, and evaluation.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
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EDPS 600
Intro. Professional Seminar
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Education Professional Seminar: Designed to foster deep thinking about the complex educational endeavour of becoming a teacher. Considers what shapes the development of theoretical and empirical work on teachers’ roles, identities and professionalism. Introduces Teacher Inquiry as a framework for the study of teaching and learning. The capstone research project and professional e-portfolio are introduced. Professional Competencies are addressed, developed and assessed.
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 first lecture day and withdrawal is the second 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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EDPS 610
Professional Seminar 1
2 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Education Professional Seminar: Provides support to student teaching in EDIN 610. Develops reflexive thinking, examining classroom situations with a view to improving practice, including classroom management, and developing teacher collaboration and community-building. Practical implications of capstone research projects are developed. Artefacts are selected/contextualized for inclusion in e-portfolios. Professional Competencies are addressed, developed, and assessed.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Prerequisite(s): EDTL 515 and EDTL 601
- Corequisite(s): EDIN 610
- Restriction(s): Not open to students who have taken EDIN 601.
- Normally students must pass both EDIN 610 and EDPS 610, failure in a course may necessitate repeating both courses.
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EDPS 620
Professional Seminar 2
1 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Education Professional Seminar: Primary goal is to finalize students’ Capstone Research Projects (CRPs) culminating in student CRP presentations at the Capstone Research Symposium. Provides support to student teaching in EDIN 620 through discussion of professional and ethical considerations during internship and as novice teachers. E-portfolios are completed. Professional Competencies are developed and assessed.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Corequisite(s): EDIN 620
- Prerequisite(s): EDIN 610, EDPS 610, EDTL 640
- Restriction(s): Not open to students who have taken EDIN 602.
- Students must pass both 'mentored student teaching' and 'professional seminar' components, including CRP presentation, to pass the course. Normally students must pass both EDIN 620 and EDPS 620, failure in a course may necessitate repeating both courses.
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EDTL 500
Appl of Ed Psyc Across Class
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Education Teaching & Learning: Selected contemporary theories of human learning and development and their evidence base, including models of individual difference, learning styles, independence and motivation. Implications of selected theoretical models and evidence for educational practice, planning and professional reflection in inclusive classrooms. The role of parents, families/guardians and the complementary role of ancillary educational services in relation to classroom applications of theories. All addressed through the development of professional competencies.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Winter
- Offered by: Educational and Counselling Psychology
- Terms
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
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EDTL 515
Engl Exam for Teacher Cert
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Education Teaching & Learning: Two hour exam designed to assess teacher candidates' competency in the language of instruction - MELS requirement for teacher certification in the Quebec school system. Students are permitted 4 attempts to pass this exam; it must be passed before commencing the First Internship (EDIN 601). Any student unsuccessful after 4 attempts must withdraw from the program.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Restriction: Open to Graduate students in the M.A. In Teaching and Learning, seeking teacher certification by MELS.
- 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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EDTL 601
Cross-Curric. Teaching Methods
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Education Teaching & Learning: Emphasis on pedagogical knowledge in planning and carrying out instruction that meets curriculum goals, is relevant to learners, and is based upon principles of effective instruction. Addressed through the development of professional competencies.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Terms
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
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EDTL 604
Techniques for Assessment
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Education Teaching & Learning: Exploring the role of assessment in teaching and learning with attention to the Quebec context. Topics include the QEP competencies, kinds of information needed, techniques for collection and ways of interpretation in order to make educational decisions. Principles and methods for assessment with and without tests are discussed and practiced. Addressed through the development of professional competencies.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Prerequisite: EDTL 601 and EDTL 504
- **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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EDTL 607
Language and Policy in QC Ed.
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Education Teaching & Learning: Structure and organization of education in Quebec considered from historical, political, language, social, administrative and legal perspectives. Enables students to contribute to the educational system in their roles as leaders of educational thought and change. All addressed through the development of professional competencies.
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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EDTL 609
Diverse Learners
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Education Teaching & Learning: Current research and practice in educating students who have a variety of individual needs and strengths. The complex interplay between individual and contextual factors that impact learning in the modern classroom. Examination of abilities/disabilities, school and classroom dynamics, and teachers' roles in promoting an inclusive environment. Focus on applicable, practical skills such as curriculum design and modification, formal/informal assessment procedures, universal design for instruction, home-school collaborations, and differentiated instruction.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Prerequisite: EDTL 500
- Offered by: Educational and Counselling Psychology
- Students will practice applying principles of inclusive education to academic, emotional, behavioral, social, physical, and other relevant realms of diverse classrooms with the goal of developing professional competencies applicable to multi-dimensional educational environments.
- **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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EDTL 633
Appl Mth:Tch So Sci in Sec Sch
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Education Teaching & Learning: Underpinnings of educational theories and current research in secondary social sciences education. Topics include the nature, content, methodology and implications of professional practice. All addressed through the development of professional competencies. Parts of this course may be undertaken in school settings.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
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EDTL 640
Teacher Inq & Action Research
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Education Teaching & Learning: Furthers students' understanding of teacher inquiry and action research. Students will make connections between their theoretical understandings of research and their own emergence as practitioner researchers in educational settings. Topics include: writing a focused literature review; collaborative and spectator forms of research; ways to identify problems to investigate; data collection and analysis; reflexive praxis; and ways to draw conclusions from research. The major assignment for the course will be the completion of the final written MATL capstone project or equivalent.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Prerequisite: EDIN 601 or EDIN 610
- **Although this course is an online course, there will be 5 meeting times between the start and end of course. See department for details.
- 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
Complementary Courses (12 credits)
3 credits selected from (in accordance with second specialization in Geography or Ethics & Religious Culture):
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EDTL 612
AdvApplMth:Teach ERC in SecSch
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Education Teaching & Learning: Continuation of topics covered in EDTL 633 and an examination of the ethics, and religious culture program in the secondary school, focusing on the conceptual framework, philosophical orientations and teaching practices. Addressed through the development of appropriate professional competencies. Parts of this course may be undertaken in school settings.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Prerequisite: EDIN 601 or EDIN 610; and EDTL633
- Restriction: Open to MATL candidates having History & Citizenship Ethics & Religious Culture as a teaching subject area.
- Corequisite: EDIN 602 or EDIN 620
- Terms
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
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EDTL 634
AdvApplMth:Tch SoSci in SecSch
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Education Teaching & Learning: Continuation of topics covered in EDTL 633. A focus on geography as addressed in the secondary school curriculum is also included. Addressed through the development of appropriate professional competencies.Parts of this course may be undertaken in school settings.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Terms
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
3 credits selected from:
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EDEC 648
Hist Knowledge & Social Change
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Curriculum and Instruction: This course provides a deep understanding of how individuals and societies use history for purposes of giving meaning and acting in social reality. The emphasis is on the workings of historical consciousness for addressing educational and other societal issues of concern. Special attention will be given to exploring how history can be used for fostering positive changes for the betterment of society. The aim is to exercise participants' own historical sense making processes and to help locate their social posture to serve as a springboard for making a difference as future practitioners for improving the quality of a common future life.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
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EDER 626
Theory&Praxis of Cult&Citzshp
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Religious Studies: Study and critique of contemporary ethics and cultural education models with a specific emphasis on Quebec’s Culture and Citizenship program. Introduction to a variety of theoretical and practical perspectives on the roles culture and citizenship play starting from our personal lives to the classroom.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Terms
- Instructors
- There are no professors associated with this course for the 2024-2025 academic year
3 credits selected from:
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EDER 600
Globalization, Educ. & Change
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Religious Studies: The impact of globalization on educational institutions, processes and practices. Topics may include the politics of change, teachers' work, educational reform, technology, environment, educational management and leadership.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
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EDTL 508
Critical Infls. on Ed. Praxis
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Education Teaching & Learning: Implications of intercultural/multicultural, global, environmental and social justice advances as these affect critical thinking and inform practice in the classroom. Addressed through the development of professional competencies.
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 second lecture day and withdrawal is the fourth lecture day.
3 credits selected from:
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EDER 609
Educ. & Philosophical Thought
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Religious Studies: An analysis of the educational implications of various philosophical positions concerning the nature of reality and the nature of knowledge.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Fall
- **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.
- Although this course follows a Monday class schedule pattern, there will be an online class on Fridays May 17 and June 21st.
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EDER 615
Intro to PhilosophyofEducation
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Religious Studies: Explores questions, aims, debates and modes of inquiry that characterize philosophical approaches to studying educational questions. Introduces philosophy of education as a distinctive field of educational research and may focus on figures or themes of contemporary interest.
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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EDTL 506
Philosophy of Education
3 Credits
Offered in the:
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Education Teaching & Learning: An exploration of philosophical underpinnings of educational theories as they inform professional practice. Reflections on aims of education, knowledge and values, nature of schooling and curriculum, roles and responsibilities of professional educators. All addressed through the development of professional competencies.
Offered by: Integrated Studies in Ed
- Winter
- **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
