Culturally Responsive Clssrms

Catalog description

Considering the development of the whole human being, this course examines the importance of developing a caring and respectful community of learners in which everyone feels safe, respected, empowered, and valued. Teaching candidates will examine inclusive, culturally-sustaining, trauma-informed practices which supports the needs of all students, and, in turn, establish an equitable way of managing the classroom. Taken prior to the student teaching semester, EDUC 430 supports preservice teachers in creating a framework of successful classroom practices and pedagogy which recognizes, nurtures, and supports the infinite worth of every individual within the learning community. This course will cover topics such as Restorative Justice, trauma-sensitive classroom practices, classroom environment, development of a plan to manage a classroom, communication skills needed for working with parents, students, and colleagues. Teaching majors must earn a C or higher to meet the teaching program expectations. Prerequisite: Admission to the program; junior or senior standing.