MATH MTHD MIDDLE/SEC SCHOOL

Catalog description

This course is a continuation of application of the wide array of educational and developmental psychology concepts, theories, principles and strategies and how their relationship impacts the pedagogical techniques teachers will implement in the classroom of the 21st century. Included in the curriculum is accommodating students with exceptionalities, at-risk students, parental involvement, classroom management, multiculturalism, integration of technology, and integration of curriculum. Content teaching methods geared to middle and secondary teaching strategies in the 21st century classroom is the focus of this course. In addition, teaching methods are considered for the Math content area. Candidates will complete a field experience in conjunction with this course, during which they will practice the skills necessary for successful completion of the Education Teacher Performance Assessment (edTPA), Phase I, Phase II and Phase III.