Program Specializations
The Master of Teaching is a graduate level teacher education program. It is full-time study leading to a Master of Teaching (MT) degree. Upon successful completion of the program, students will be recommended to the Ontario College of Teachers for an Ontario Teacher’s Certificate of Qualifications which certifies them to teach in Ontario schools. MT students get both their teacher qualification certificate and a graduate degree. Students can choose from three program specializations:
- Primary/junior (Kindergarten to grade 6)
- Junior/intermediate (grades 4 – 10)
- Intermediate/senior (grades 7 – 12)
LOGO/Graphic GRADUATE DEGREE + TEACHING CERTIFICATE = MT PROGRAM
Students are required to complete 16 half courses (10 core, 5 specific, and 1 elective) and 4 practice teaching placements over the two years. This study is done on a full-time basis and normally, advanced standing is not granted in this program Students also complete a research project on a topic related to teachers’ work. (Previous experience with research is NOT a requirement for this program.) Registration in the second year is contingent upon successful completion of all first-year work.
Courses
Drawing on our extensive research, the MT program is built around courses, seminars, special events, and practice teaching placements. All of these experiences will help prepare students to be effective teachers. Every course interweaves theory and practice, which helps students to gain a deep understanding of the teaching-learning process, while acquiring an extensive repertoire of teaching strategies. Students complete courses in both curriculum (e.g., mathematics, literacy) and foundations (psychology, special education). The MT provides a coherent curriculum which carefully guides students through their development as teachers. As with all teacher education programs in Ontario, many of the MT courses are pre-determined by the Ontario College of Teachers. Most courses are required or mandatory; however, students can select one elective.
Research Project
Over the two years of the program, students complete a research project on a topic related to teachers’ work. Having experience with research is NOT a requirement or an expectation for admission to the program. The research project includes both theory on a topic and its practical application to teaching. Students are carefully guided through the project. This research project is NOT the equivalent of an MA thesis.
The titles of some recently completed projects are:
l Multicultural education in practice: A case study
l Fostering literacy success among English language learners in the mainstream classroom
l Everyone has a story: Teachers' literacy stories as a resource in the language arts classroom
l Image meets word: Incorporating graphic novels into classroom instruction
l Incorporating students' out-of-school digital literacies in school
Religious Education
M.T. students interested in teaching in the Roman Catholic Separate School system can take the religious education elective course. A description of the pre-service religious education course is provided in the OISE Calendar. This course is offered yearly and is in addition to the program requirements for the M.T. program.
Program Specializations
Applicants must select one of the following program specializations:
- Primary/Junior (junior kindergarten to grade 6)
- Junior/Secondary (grades 4 to 10)
- Intermediate/Senior (grades 7 to 12)
Primary/Junior Specialization
In the Primary/Junior certification program, students focus on teaching kindergarten to grade six. They will take courses in all curriculum areas (literacy, mathematics, social studies, science, arts), foundations (psychology, special education, history and philosophy of education, legal issues, anti-oppression education), and general teaching methods. Special days devoted to technology are organized.
First Year Core Courses
CTL7000H - Curriculum and Teaching in Literacy
CTL7002H Curriculum and Teaching in Mathematics
CTL7003H - Curriculum and Teaching in Social Studies and Science
CTL7004Y - Practicum in Schools
CTL7006H - Reflective Teaching and Inquiry into Research in Education
CTL7007H - Authentic Assessment
CTL7011H - Child and Adolescent Development
Second Year Core Courses
CTL7001H - Educational Professionalism, Ethics and the Law
CTL7005Y - Practicum Internship
CTL7008H - Introduction to Special Education and Adaptive Instruction
CTL7009H - Anti-Discriminatory Education
CTL7010H - Issues in Numeracy and Literacy
CTL7013H - Arts in Education
Elective Courses
The one elective course is normally selected from graduate courses offered at OISE. This course is typically taken in the summer after the first year or in the second year.
School of Graduate Studies
Since the MT is a graduate program, we are part of the University of Toronto School of Graduate Studies. Their mission statement and services/support for students are described below.
The mission of the School of Graduate Studies is to promote excellence in graduate education and research University-wide and ensure consistency and high standards across the divisions. Sharing responsibility for graduate studies with graduate units and divisions, and operating through a system of collegial governance, consultation and decanal leadership, SGS defines and administers university-wide regulations for graduate education.
SGS also provides expertise, advice and information; oversees the design and delivery of programs; organizes reviews and develops performance standards; supports diversity, equity, fairness, and ethical conduct in graduate education; organizes services and financial assistance to graduate students; encourages a close and positive relationship between research and graduate instruction; and represents the cause of graduate education at the University of Toronto in the wider academic and general community.
Junior/Intermediate Specialization
In the Junior/Intermediate certification program, students focus on teaching grades four to ten. They take courses in all curriculum areas (literacy, mathematics, social studies, science, arts), foundations (psychology, special education, history and philosophy of education, legal issues, anti-oppression education), and general teaching methods. In the first year of the program they take one subject specialization course which is also offered for B.Ed. students. Special days devoted to technology are organized.
Students wishing to be certified for the Junior/Intermediate (J/I) division must take one subject specialization course which is offered for B.Ed. students. Please see the Admissions Page for the requirements for each specialization course.
Students preparing to teach in the junior/intermediate division (grades 6-10) take an additional course in one teaching subject from the following list:
English (First Language)
French (Second Language)
Geography
Health and Physical Education
History
Mathematics
Music – Instrumental
Music – vocal
Science – General
Visual Arts
Please see the Admissions Requirements Page for the prerequisites for each specialization course.
They also complete the following courses.
First Year Core Courses
CTL7000H - Curriculum and Teaching in Literacy
CTL7002H - Curriculum and Teaching in Mathematics
CTL7003H - Curriculum and Teaching in Social Studies and Science
CTL7004Y - Practicum in Schools
CTL7006H - Reflective Teaching and Inquiry into Research in Education
CTL7007H - Authentic Assessment
CTL7011H - Child and Adolescent Development
Second Year Core Courses
CTL7001H - Educational Professionalism, Ethics and the Law
CTL7005Y - Practicum Internship
CTL7008H - Introduction to Special Education and Adaptive Instruction
CTL7009H - Anti-Discriminatory Education
CTL7010H - Issues in Numeracy and Literacy
CTL7013H - Arts in Education
Elective Course
The one elective course is normally selected from other graduate courses offered at OISE. This course is typically taken in the summer after the first year or in the second year.
School of Graduate Studies
Since the MT is a graduate program, we are part of the University of Toronto School of Graduate Studies. Their mission statement and services/support for students are described below.
The mission of the School of Graduate Studies is to promote excellence in graduate education and research University-wide and ensure consistency and high standards across the divisions. Sharing responsibility for graduate studies with graduate units and divisions, and operating through a system of collegial governance, consultation and decanal leadership, SGS defines and administers university-wide regulations for graduate education.
SGS also provides expertise, advice and information; oversees the design and delivery of programs; organizes reviews and develops performance standards; supports diversity, equity, fairness, and ethical conduct in graduate education; organizes services and financial assistance to graduate students; encourages a close and positive relationship between research and graduate instruction; and represents the cause of graduate education at the University of Toronto in the wider academic and general community.
Intermediate/Senior Specialization
In the Intermediate/Senior certification program, students focus on teaching grades seven to twelve. They specialize in two curriculum areas: English, History, Science, or Mathematics. They take courses in foundations (psychology, special education, history and philosophy of education, legal issues, anti-oppression education), and general teaching methods. Special days devoted to technology are organized.
I/S Specialization Courses
The Intermediate/Senior students must have two teaching subjects. Students must select one teaching subject from the following list as their first teaching subject and one as their second teaching subject:
CTL7020Y - Curriculum and Teaching in English
CTL7021Y - Curriculum and Teaching in History
CTL7022Y - Curriculum and Teaching in Mathematics
CTL7023Y - Curriculum and Teaching in Science: Biology
In addition to study of their teaching subjects, I/S students complete the following courses.
First Year Core Courses
CTL7004Y - Practicum in Schools
CTL7006H - Reflective Teaching and Inquiry into Research in Education
CTL7007H - Authentic Assessment
CTL7011H - Child and Adolescent Development
Second Year Core Courses
CTL7001H - Educational Professionalism, Ethics and the Law
CTL7005Y - Practicum Internship
CTL7008H - Introduction to Special Education and Adaptive Instruction
CTL7009H - Anti-Discriminatory Education
CTL7012H - Issues in Secondary Education
Elective Course
The one elective course is normally selected from other graduate courses offered at OISE. This course is typically taken in the first year of the program and prior to the start of second year.
School of Graduate Studies
Since the MT is a graduate program, we are part of the University of Toronto School of Graduate Studies. Their mission statement and services/support for students are described below.
The mission of the School of Graduate Studies is to promote excellence in graduate education and research University-wide and ensure consistency and high standards across the divisions. Sharing responsibility for graduate studies with graduate units and divisions, and operating through a system of collegial governance, consultation and decanal leadership, SGS defines and administers university-wide regulations for graduate education.
SGS also provides expertise, advice and information; oversees the design and delivery of programs; organizes reviews and develops performance standards; supports diversity, equity, fairness, and ethical conduct in graduate education; organizes services and financial assistance to graduate students; encourages a close and positive relationship between research and graduate instruction; and represents the cause of graduate education at the University of Toronto in the wider academic and general community.