Teacher learning is directly related to student learning. Standards-based professional learning provides for an integrated approach to teacher education. Exemplary professional learning opportunities are based on the principles of effective learning.
Teachers plan for and reflect on their professional learning.
Learning communities enhance professional learning. The principles are met through two types of learning. The first is the Additional Qualification courses that provide opportunities for teachers to gain information about and strategies for teaching in a particular subject area, to expand the repertoire of teaching subjects and to qualify for salary increments. AQ courses offered at Western meet the certification requirements of the Ontario College of Teachers and are recorded on the Certificate of Qualification. To explore distance learning, visit our sample course sites Partial distance conference Full distance course site .