Integrated K-12 Teaching Methods

Catalog description

Deepens future K-12 school teachers' understanding of the complexities of the curriculum and builds their competencies at the level of instructional implementation in specific subject areas. Focuses on a broad spectrum of instructional methodologies and techniques that are workable in today's classroom. A constructivist approach to planning and instruction will be emphasized. The experiential component of the course provides the students with opportunities for clinical work in the classroom, strengthening competencies and deepening understanding. The course includes research-based pedagogical strategies for teaching linguistically diverse students, those with diverse learning needs, incorporating instructional technology into the classroom and utilizing data to inform instruction. Clinical Practice hours required. Education majors only.