INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS AND CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT, K-8

Catalog description

This course is designed with a focus upon the exploration, understanding, implementation and integration of a repertoire of pedagogical knowledge, skills and dispositions related to K-8 instructional design, facilitation and evaluation, along with an examination of classroom management theories and strategies. This course will afford students the opportunities to become familiar with various instructional methods, models and practices, classroom management and relationship building to enhance educational relevance for K-8th grade students. Through various activities, including micro-teaching and other forms of presentation, students will demonstrate knowledge and skill acquisition in the development of instructional design, facilitation and evaluation. Additional projects will focus on research and product development to demonstrate understanding of key aspects related to classroom management, discipline and motivation through creating relevant and healthy relationships within the context of the classroom community. Pre-requisite: Students must be formally admitted to the Elementary Teacher Education Program.