The course explores the study of play, physical education, recreation, sport and leisure as institutionalized ways in which society organizes and teaches attitudes and skills. It provides an introduction to the importance of sociocultural inquiry and the notion of being critical as an empowering process.

The course examines strategic entrepreneurial management in the Canadian workplace. Topics include leadership, personalities, motivation, conflict, and decision-making models. The course will also investigate an introduction into entrepreneurialism and different methods of organizational strategy and social responsibility. Various topics are discussed in this course and divided into separate units: strategy, entrepreneurship, and management.

This course provides you with the basic skills required to successfully administer a sport and/or physical education program.

This course examines the cultural, social and economic context in which political actors in Canada seek to protect and advance their interests and power. Attention is given to divisions or cleavages as well as unifying elements. Topics will include language, culture, political culture, economic class cleavages, gender, ethnic diversity, political socialization and social movements, interest groups and Canada's external political environment provided by the United States and the rest of the world. This course, along with PO2220, Introduction to Canadian Political Institutions, Federalism and the Constitution, constitutes a full year introduction to Canadian politics. The two courses provide preparation for further studies in Canadian politics at the post secondary level.

Speech and movement improvisation with an emphasis on imaginative development will be included. It will be an introduction to the process of acting and to dramatic form.

The course adopts a global perspective, examining art from prehistory through to the 15th century. It is not an exhaustive survey but focuses on major developments in art through case studies from past cultures and communities in diverse global regions. These case studies enable the exploration of examples from both non-Western and Western traditions. The course aims to enhance understanding and appreciation of visual art and art history methodologies, providing students with a foundational knowledge of art history and its pivotal moments.

The course examines art from the 15th century to the 20th century, focusing on various art forms with examples from both the non-Western and Western canons. It includes case studies from diverse regions, which explore a range of different forms of expression. This course will familiarize students with basic terms and concepts used in discussing art and cultural artifacts. While it is structured chronologically, it does not cover every period or geographical region. The purpose of the course is to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for further education by providing them with a foundational understanding of art history and some of its most significant moments.

This course examines the history of science and technology from the earliest times to the 21st century. Although the Western tradition will be emphasized, consideration will also be given to scientific and technological developments in other global civilizations.

This is a study of the free play and organized physical activities of school aged children in recreational, educational, and sport environments with an emphasis on physical literacy. Students will engage in practical physical activity and the observation of children.

This is an introduction to the central issues in contemporary philosophy of science. Topics may include theory of evaluation, paradigm shifts and theory change, laws of nature, causation and explanation, the rationality of science and its social and historical setting.

This course is an introduction to the questions of what it means to be a person and to have a mind. The relationship of philosophical ideas to scientific investigations of mental phenomena will be studied. Topics may include the mind-body relationship, personal identity, computer models of mind, sensation and emotion, and consciousness.

An introduction to the methods and skills used in effective, ethical, and anti-oppressive social work practice. The historical and theoretical contexts of social work will be examined as well as the impact of marginalization and oppression on individuals, families, and communities. Appropriate use of communication, counselling, and effective interview methods will be applied to example scenarios as students develop awareness of the factors that shape the practice of social work.

An introductory investigation of the school context from the vantage points of students, teachers and others involved in education. The course includes 3 hours of on-campus work each week and 30-40 hours of field experience in both elementary and secondary classrooms over the term.

A study of musical thought from classical Greek civilization and a historical survey of music from Medieval Period through the Renaissance. Students will be introduced to the musical terminology and concepts of the periods under study. They will develop skills of aural recognition, writing, research methods and correct bibliographic practices.

This course introduces students to a selection of skilled trades occupations, focusing on foundational knowledge and trades-specific skills. This course encompasses theory components and the practical application of skills in a lab environment. Students will have the opportunity to explore various trades offered by NWP, discover their interests and assess their aptitude for skilled trades.

The origins and development of theatre art; introduction to theatre aesthetics; group exploration of some of the craft and experience of theatre performance; attendance at live theatre performances.

This course examines the basic premises and therapeutic processes that characterize various theoretical approaches to counselling and psychotherapy. Four major schools in psychology will be studied: Psychodynamic (Freudian, Jungian, & Adlerian), Behavioural and Cognitive-Behavioural, Humanistic (Rogerian, Gestalt, & Existentialism), and contextual and Systemic (Family, Feminist, & Multi-cultural). Emphasis is placed on critical analysis of the various approaches as well as self-reflection in relation to values, beliefs, assumptions about human nature, and the worldview.

Students will become familiar with the basic linguistic differences and principles of translation between English and French. Through the acquisition of theoretical concepts, notions of contrastive linguistics, analysis and regular translations exercises, students will learn to transfer texts from French into English and from English into French. The course will be taught in French.

This course provides exposure to the techniques, theories, and practices of video production. It is designed to improve and nurture students’ creative potential through video media. Students will learn how to direct with a camera, work with actors, story boarding, lighting, sound, and the production of a student video project.

This is an introduction to music of the world and to ethnomusicology, the study of music in a cultural context. Case studies of music from several cultures and continents will be examined. The development of listening skills is an integral part of this course.