Emphasis will be placed on establishing a literacy-rich environment, teaching handwriting, and developing oral language. Emphasis is placed on appropriate instruction and materials including technology for students in grades K-3. Field experience is required. Emphasis is placed on appropriate instruction and materials including technology for students in grades 4-6. Field experience is required.
Emphasis is given to intensive field experiences in a variety of educational settings.
Methodologies will include field experiences, lecture, journals, case studies, and problem solving sessions. This course is designed for all education majors. Methodologies utilized will include discussion, lecture, field experience, case studies, problem solving sessions, projects and research. This course provides students with both the intrapersonal and interpersonal skills needed to effectively collaborate with other teachers, administrators, parents, and agencies. This course is designed to teach students about knowledge construction, instructional strategies, learning goals, and the impact of disabilities on curriculum development.