Teaching & Learning Across the Contents: Methods I ((3 Credits))

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This methods course examines the complex relationship between teaching and learning across the contents of Social Studies, Math, Science and English Language Arts to prepare the teacher candidate for the general education classroom, in grades PK-12. Teacher candidates will examine the relationships between various teaching strategies and diverse students’ learning styles and needs; individualize instruction; explore the relationships between teacher candidates’ assumptions, beliefs and attitudes and their own teaching styles; and reflect on their own experiences as learners to gain insight into these issues. The study of teaching methods and micro-teaching sessions will relate to the four content areas. Teacher candidates will study issues related to child and adolescent development; develop lessons based on NY Next Gen. Standards or relevant standards, theories and research related to teaching and learning; content specific teaching methods and materials, and instructional objectives; advantages and disadvantages of various teaching methodologies; techniques of teacher candidates' self-assessment; uses of technology to enhance learning as an interactive medium and as a teaching tool, and the cognitive and social aspects of technology mediated learning. MAT program teacher candidates will complete at least 10 hours of classroom observations with a certified special education teacher in New York state. Observation assignments will integrate theoretical and research-based concepts with classroom practice. The students will teach two peer instructed micro teaching lessons. M.Ed. program teacher candidates will complete at least 5 observation hours with a certified special education teacher in New York state. The students will write two lesson plans, teach using those plans and write a reflection for each lesson taught. Prerequisites: EDUC 6010 if not waived.