EDUC 9N787 - Technological Design, Grades 9 & 10
Programming Description
This course combines critical and culturally responsive pedagogy with hands-on learning emphasizing differentiated instruction, universal design and experiential strategies. Participants will develop technical skills in design processes, CAD drafting and digital portfolios while also exploring effective assessment and feedback practices. This course prepares teachers to create inclusive, equitable and innovative Technological Design programs for Grade 9 and 10 learners by promoting professional growth through self-assessment, collaboration and community engagement.
Learner Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will
- apply backward design principles to plan and implement a student-centred technological design program
- develop strategies for using differentiated instruction and universal design for learning to create accessible learning experiences
- integrate anti-oppression pedagogies to address individual and systemic biases in classroom programs and practices
- design and create effective assessment and feedback tools for design projects including formative and summative rubrics and peer-assessment checklists
- guide students in applying the full design process from ideation to prototyping, testing and refinement
- demonstrate technical skills in manual drafting, CAD software and digital portfolios to communicate design ideas effectively
- evaluate and refine design projects based on sustainability, safety and ethical considerations
- promote equity by incorporating diverse cultural perspectives including First Nations, Métis and Inuit viewpoints into the design curriculum
- develop strategies to teach teamwork, communication and project management skills essential for student success
- connect classroom learning to real-world career pathways and community partnerships
Notes
TIME COMMITMENT: As required by the Ontario College of Teachers all additional qualification courses are 125 hours. This time allotment includes ongoing and active participation in the online discussion area and the completion of readings, assignments and tasks.
OSAP Eligibility: This course qualifies for OSAP funding as a micro-credential.
Prerequisites
- A Certificate of Qualification and Registration with Technological Education Qualifications
OR
Educators without technological education qualifications require:
- A Certificate of Qualification and Registration
- Five years of work experience, including business or industrial experience, or a combined total of five years of related post-secondary education and work experience, including:
- at least two years of business or industrial work experience, at least four months of which were continuous, and related post-secondary education acceptable to the College consisting of:
- an apprenticeship program acceptable to the College, and
- work experience demonstrating competency based on an assessment of advanced skills and knowledge
- at least two years of business or industrial work experience, at least four months of which were continuous, and related post-secondary education acceptable to the College consisting of:
- Demonstrated competency related to the subject is required in any work experience described above.
Acceptable Experience:
- architectural/mechanical design
- architectural/mechanical engineering
- engineering design technology
- prototyping or constructing material in wood, metal or other media
- apparel and textile design
- interior design
- mechanical and industrial design
Note:
One year of work experience can be interpreted as 1,700 hours of work experience.
If you were self-employed you must submit a sworn affidavit, a business license, proof of income and a letter from a major supplier/customer to confirm your 5 years of work experience.
