Theory Into Practice in Middle Grades

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This course is designed to familiarize students with the research base, which undergirds students-centered pedagogy, and student driven curriculum in the middle grades. Current trends and issues related to middle grades education will further be examined in light of middle school theory. An examination of the research and theory related to instruction designed specially for young adolescents will lead to the development of strategic plans for teachers to use this research within their own classrooms, schools districts and state. A 25-hour field experience in P-12 is required for this course. Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Repeatability: May not be repeated for credit. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Course Level Restrictions: Graduate Semester Degree Restrictions: Master of Arts in Teaching Schedule Type (Primary): Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic Schedule Type (Additional): Asynchronous Instruction Click here for the Schedule of Classes.