Intermediate Religious Education

This course is designed to introduce the teacher candidate to the Intermediate level religious education (teachable) option. The special focus of this course is Catholic Education, the teacher as a catechist, the curriculum and resources used in the religious education program, integrating gospel values across the curriculum, developing integrated units of study, meeting the needs of all learners and the Catholic teacher as an agent of change. It will provide learners with an opportunity to reflect upon the teachings and history of the Catholic Church, critically examine the meaning of teaching in a Catholic school and examine current teaching models and assessment practices. There will be a practicum placement in this subject area at an Intermediate grade level. PREREQ: 18 credits of university level religious study courses. cr 3