Instructional Design and Subject Specific Pedagogy for Multiple Subject

Catalog description

In this course, candidates strengthen their subject matter expertise and application by familiarizing themselves with subject matter content standards and appropriate pedagogical strategies for teaching specific subject matter disciplines (math, science, social studies, etc.). Working with the cohort faculty leader and expert practitioners, teacher candidates develop lessons for the diverse populations of students in today's classrooms using the Backward Design planning strategy that focuses on integrating subject-specific content standards, English Language Arts standards, and English Language Development standards. Candidates develop in-depth lesson plans using Inductive, Deductive, and Cooperative methodologies.