Sessional Lecturer - CTLY - Curriculum and Teaching in Social Science: General - Intermediate​/Se

Course Description

This course is designed to prepare teacher candidates to teach students Social Science at the Grade 7-12 level in a thoughtful and interactive way. It focuses primarily on Social Science at the Senior level. Teacher candidates will explore a variety of teaching techniques, which are useful in teaching and assessing today's students as they experience the current Social Science curriculum. Teacher candidates will also have an opportunity to engage in inquiry and examine unique ways for presenting Social Science content.

Examining classroom practice and methods, curriculum and program materials are an important component of the process. As well, the interdependence of these components, their link with theory and contemporary issues will be considered. Techniques such as discussion, presentations, inquiry, and active participation that incorporate individual and group learning will be employed. Opportunities for sharing of ideas and experiences from field placements will be provided in the context of the classroom setting.

Two important ideas that will be emphasized throughout the program are: how to make Social Science meaningful for children, and how to promote positive attitudes.

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Monday 13:00 - 16:00, Wednesday 13:00 - 16:00

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100

As of September 1, 2026, the minimum stipend is $ (inclusive of vacation pay) for a half credit course. As of January 1, 2027, the minimum stipend is $ (inclusive of vacation pay) for a half credit course. Salary may be prorated based on the appointment percentage.

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Prepare, organize, and teach this graduate course; be available to students seeking assistance between classes; evaluate and provide students with feedback on their work. Attend a pre‑course planning/preparation meeting with the course instructional team, attend MT All‑Instructor Meetings (AIM) and submit course syllabus as requested by the department.

Please indicate in a letter of application why you believe your experience qualifies you to teach this particular course. Please include a current CV and names of three referees in your cover letter. If you are selected for an interview, we will notify you to provide reference letters. Please apply at:

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