SAFE-1005

PEI Occupational Health and Safety

An overview of the Occupational Health and Safety Act...

CAE-300

Foundations of Instructional Practice

This course is designed to equip new instructors~at Holland College with the essential knowledge,~skills, and competencies needed to navigate and~excel in their instructional roles. Participants~will learn to effectively utilize Holland College~resources, tools, and supports to find accurate~and timely information for learning, planning, and~decision-making. The course will cover key~policies and procedures relevant to instructional~roles, ensuring that instructors can access,~implement, and adhere to college guidelines.~Reflective activities will encourage participants~to consider their personal knowledge, skills, and~values, and how they align with their role and the~work of Holland College.

CAE-301

Practicum

n this course, students gain practical,~field-based experience connected to an~individualized learning contract and completed~through actual teaching/learning settings.~Particular attention is paid to the integration of~teaching strategies within various learning~models.

CAE-305

Facilitating Adult Learners in Diverse~Classrooms

A hands-on exploration of the fundamental~principles of adult learning, focused on practical~applications for diverse adult learners. Students~examine key theories of adult education, including~andragogy, self-directed learning, and~transformational learning, with a strong emphasis~on applying these theories to create inclusive~learning environments. Students learn to design~and implement educational programs that address~the needs of diverse adult learners. The~principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL)~are integrated to ensure accessibility and~engagement for all learners. Students develop the~skills and knowledge to foster inclusive and~effective adult learning experiences.

CAE-311

Instructional Methods and Strategies

This course introduces basic teaching methods and~strategies for people involved with instructing or~training. Students explore topics such as student~diversity, factors that impact learning, and~professionalism in the classroom. Also, students~will develop lesson plans that incorporate~teaching methods and appropriate assessment and~evaluation tools based on the theory of Universal~Design for Learning (UDL).

CAE-315

Course Development: Designing Learning~Experiences

This course introduces students to the principles~and practices of effective course development and~design. Students focus on a systematic approach to~course planning and development by implementing an~instructional design process. Emphasis is placed~on aligning outcomes, assessment, and~instructional practices for engaging students.~Students broaden their knowledge of course design~and develop skills for course change and renewal.

CAE-320

Assessment and Evaluation: Principles~Practices

This course introduces students to essential~assessment and evaluation principles and practices~to enhance their teaching effectiveness. Through a~hands-on approach, students explore key topics~such as formative and summative evaluation,~high-yield assessment techniques, effective~feedback strategies, and the use of data to inform~and improve instructional practices. Students~develop practical experience in designing and~implementing strategies for identifying learners'~needs and assessing learning outcomes that support~student learning. Students gain skills that can be~used to create meaningful assessments, provide~constructive feedback, and use data-driven~insights to refine their teaching practices,~ultimately fostering a more effective and~inclusive learning environment.

CAE-422

Instructional Technology in Education

This course provides the foundational skills~necessary for designing and delivering courses for~a blended or distance format. Students explore~different online learning platforms, compile~content, and develop teaching strategies and~authentic assessments appropriate to the learning~environment.