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Course description

Explore the demands and expectations of a contemporary classroom environment. You will examine the code of professional conduct for educational assistants and learn to navigate ethical responsibilities with confidence, preparing you for the unique challenges and rewards that come with the role of an Education Assistant.

Learner outcomes

Upon completion of this course, learners will be able to 

  • practice and apply the ethical principles (code of professional conduct) necessary to work in the classroom.
  • recall and specify various aspects of teaching and learning environments. 
  • recognize the key terms and concepts of teaching and learning. 
  • describe the various experiences and aspects of the teaching and learning environment. 

Applies towards:

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Section title
The Educational Professional
Type
ONA - Online Asynchronous
Dates
Sep 14, 2026 to Nov 23, 2026
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
45.0
Delivery options
Online Asynchronous  
Course Fee(s)
TXEY-F non-credit $780.00
Reading List / Textbook
Available at the Cougars Campus Store for online order or in-person purchase. Search by any available Term and Department XEDU. If your course does not display, email campusstore@mtroyal.ca or phone 403.440.6300. 

Section Notes

LATE Registration Deadline September 17, 2026 
  • This is an online asynchronous course; it is not an independent study course. There are set due dates for graded and non-graded assessments and students are required to actively participate throughout the course via discussion and other activities.
  • Before your course begins, ensure your MyMRU account is activated. Step-by-step instructions for account activation can be found online. Once you have activated your account and have your MyMRU login information, you can log into your MRU Google account using your @mtroyal.ca email address and set up Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). Help with your Google account can be found online, and help setting up MFA can be found online.
  • Course content will be available on the D2L Brightspace Learning Management System (LMS) 3 days prior to the start date of your course. You must be logged in to your MRU Gmail account to access D2L Brightspace. Your instructor will be available on the course start date.
  • More information is available on the Learner Resource site.
  • Review our Student Information webpage (mru.ca/CEStudent) for additional information about forms and policies, campus maps, parking information, technical support, and more.
  • For questions about this course or other information, contact edassistant@mtroyal.ca or 403.440.6867 / 1.888.392.3655 toll-free.
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