Elementary School Curriculum

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Resident Prerequisite: ((Undergraduate Initial Gate 2 with a score of 5 or UG - Licensure Opt-Out Gate 2 with a score of 5)) and EDUC 318 and EDUC 319 and EDUC 322 and EDUC 323 and EDUC 389 (may be taken concurrently) Online Prerequisite: EDUC 318 and EDUC 319 and EDUC 322 and EDUC 323 and EDUC 388 (may be taken concurrently) and (Undergraduate Initial Gate 2 with a score of 5 or UG - Licensure Opt-Out Gate 2 with a score of 5) Recommendations are presented for curriculum for elementary grades based on major concepts, principles, theories and research related to child development to construct learning opportunities that support individual students’ development, acquisition of knowledge, and motivation. Planning and evaluating appropriate experiences and materials that nurture and challenge children as they progress through their stages of development are provided through practical activities. Current trends and how they affect the curriculum are also addressed. Note: Admission to Educator Preparation Program