Curriculum Development in Theatre Education

Catalog description

This course is designed for those who want to teach K-12 students.  Students explore a variety of democratic approaches to teaching, as well as pivotal ideas in the field of Education.  Students develop a framework for analyzing and assessing learners, curriculum design, and teaching strategies based on readings and observation of children in a classroom setting.  Students learn to effectively teach thematic materials and explore how to create a positive, safe learning community.  The course includes 10-15 hours of field experience in grades preK-12.