This course engages students in exploring a range of theoretical perspectives underpinning learning and teaching in early childhood contexts, focusing on children between 3-8 years. Historical, philosophical and cultural roots of contemporary early childhood programs will be surveyed. Issues, trends and debates that impact early childhood education will be discussed.
CONS 528 is an introductory graduate-level seminar covering social science research methods and research design with an emphasis on qualitative approaches (including in the context of mixed methods designs). We will use an interactive workshop format to engage with the course material. Through this format, students will participate actively in discussions relating to the week’s readings and concepts, as well as gain applied experience using an array of different qualitative research methods and approaches to analysis.
Key forest conservation issues in Asia, regional strategies, programs, and practices for restoration of critical landscapes, rehabilitation of terrestrial ecosystems and conservation of flagship species.
This course introduces students to frameworks, theories and tools from the fields of decision-science and risk analysis. Students will examine international, national and local policies that govern decision-making for the environment in Canada.
International, experiential learning in conservation and forest ecosystem management. A 300-level ecology course such as CONS 330 is strongly recommended as a prerequisite. Fee will be assessed for living and traveling expenses. Pre-registration is required.
Current concepts, methods, and applications of belowground ecology with emphasis on biotic interactions in soil; to understand the roles that aboveground and belowground communities play in regulating the structure and function of terrestrial ecosystems and their responses to global change.
Introduction to principles, practice and context of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applied to forest management and natural resource conservation issues. Priority enrolment to students in the Faculty of Forestry.
Advanced understanding of invasion ecology and the complexities of invasive species management globally in the context of a changing climate. Prerequisite: BIOL_V 121 or ILS_V 108. Equivalency: BIOL_V 317, APBI_V 328.