Education Assistant (EDAS)
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EDAS 1101 3 credits
Including Diverse Learners in Schools
Students will examine and reflect upon the philosophical, historical, organizational, and daily aspects of inclusive schooling. They will explore the diversity of individual student strengths and needs. Students will examine their own values, beliefs, and attitudes in supporting students and teachers in the school community. They will explore the role of an education assistant, guided by person-centred principles, working within the context of the education system.
Level: UG
EDAS 1105 3 credits
Supporting Learning in Schools
Students will explore the elements and processes of effective instruction and the role of the education assistant in supporting learning. They will investigate models of instruction and learning, and discuss how they apply to classroom instructional practice. Students will apply strategies and positive approaches to instruct and support diverse school-aged learners based on principles of person-centred-practice.
Level: UG
EDAS 1120 3 credits
Introduction to Practice and Positive Behaviour Support
Students will examine the principles of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and classroom management from the core philosophical concept of a person-centered perspective. They will examine their own values, beliefs and attitudes in relation to their role in supporting children and youth with challenging behaviours. Students will focus on observation methods and the recording of observations in different settings. They will develop behaviour support plans based on information acquired from a Functional Assessment.
Level: UG
EDAS 1130 2 credits
EDAS 1131 3 credits
Interpersonal Communications
Students will examine basic principles of effective interpersonal communication. They will also examine communication styles and group roles. Upon successful completion of the course, students will demonstrate effective interpersonal communications in a variety of contexts.
Level: UG
EDAS 1161 1.5 credits
EDAS 1162 1.5 credits
Change and Development: Adolescence Through Middle Adulthood
Students will explore the human passage from adolescence through middle adulthood. They will draw on theory and personal experience to investigate and reflect on adolescent and adult development, change, and diversity in relation to self and others.
Level: UG
EDAS 1163 3 credits
Themes in Child and Adolescent Development
Students will explore the human passage from conception to adolescence. They will draw on theory and personal experience to investigate and reflect on themes of childhood and adolescent development, change, and diversity in relation to self and to their practice as Education Assistants.
Level: UG
EDAS 1225 1.5 credits
Alternative and Augmentative Communication
Students will examine issues related to the education of individuals who use nonverbal forms of communication. They will explore strategies for the creation and support of technical and non-technical augmentative and alternative systems for communication and written output. Students will examine their role, and the role of other professionals, in enhancing participation and interaction for children with severe communication challenges.
Level: UG
EDAS 1230 2 credits
EDAS 1271 3 credits
Practicum One
Students will participate in a four-week, full-time practicum in an elementary, middle or secondary school setting. They will observe, assist, and work with children and/or adolescents requiring learning, behavioral, and/or physical support under the guidance and supervision of professional staff. Students will also participate in seminars to discuss self, theory and practice issues.
Level: UG
Prerequisite(s): 7.5 credits from courses in EDAS at the 1100 level
EDAS 1281 2 credits
Health and Personal Care
Students will explore physical health, mental health and personal care issues and needs for children and adolescents with disabilities, and the role of the education assistant in supporting them.
Level: UG
Prerequisite(s): 9 credits from courses in EDAS at the 1100 level.
EDAS 1282 3 credits
Health and Personal Care
Students will explore physical health, mental health and personal care issues and needs for children and adolescents with disabilities, and the role of the education assistant in supporting them.
Level: UG
Prerequisite(s): 9 credits from courses in EDAS at the 1100 level
Credit Exclusion: EDAS 1281
EDAS 1305 3 credits
Overview of Curriculum for Inclusive Schools
Students will examine the philosophy, goals, and content of curriculum in elementary and secondary schools in British Columbia. They will explore the philosophy of inclusive education and their role within the context of curriculum delivery. Students will apply the principles of adapting and modifying curriculum to learning activities based on principles of person-centred-practice. They will identify and develop strategies to facilitate learning, based on students' strengths and needs.
Level: UG
Prerequisite(s): 9 credits from courses in EDAS at the 1100 level.
EDAS 1371 3 credits
Practicum Two
Students will integrate and apply theoretical concepts from their coursework in a final, four-week practicum that is a full-time experience in an elementary, middle or secondary school setting. They will actively observe, assist, and work with children and/or adolescents requiring learning, behavioural, and/or physical support under the guidance and supervision of professional staff. Students will also participate in seminars to discuss self, theory, and practice issues.
Level: UG
Prerequisite(s): EDAS 1271
EDAS 2120 2.5 credits
Supporting Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Students will develop an understanding of the nature and characteristics of autism spectrum disorders. They will examine the current research on best practices for supporting students with autism spectrum disorders in a variety of educational settings. Students will explore functional assessment practices, positive behaviour supports, and a wide range of strategies and materials that enhance learning, communication, and social skills.
Level: UG
Prerequisite(s): 9 credits from courses in EDAS at the 1100 level.
EDAS 2121 3 credits
Supporting Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Students will develop an understanding of the nature and characteristics of autism spectrum disorders. They will examine the current research on best practices for supporting students with autism spectrum disorders in a variety of educational settings. Students will explore functional assessment practices, positive behaviour supports, and a wide range of strategies and materials that enhance learning, communication, and social skills.
Level: UG
Prerequisite(s): 9 credits from courses in EDAS at the 1100 level
Credit Exclusion: EDAS 2120
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