Advanced Methods for the Democratic Classroom

Catalog description

Building upon skills and knowledge developed in EDCR 2100, helps students to understand and implement additional knowledge and skills necessary for creating and maintaining a democracy-centered classroom. First portion develops the theory, skills and knowledge necessary to implement various experience-based models of instruction. Subsequently, develops skills necessary to differentiate instruction so as to meet the needs of all students. Also develops classroom management skills which support democracy-based practices. Students use the skills and knowledge gained to assist a classroom teacher in their area of concentration to develop and implement a unit of instruction. Includes a field experience and incorporates seminars designed to relate class work to the field experience.