Students study the theories of leadership, classroom management, discipline and lesson planning required for an initial experience in the California classroom. Students are placed in a classroom with a diverse student population to observe and implement teaching strategies necessary to address this student group. Involves a clinical experience. Emphasizes experience with the current methodologies and strategies necessary to deliver instruction equitably to all learners. Under the supervision of the classroom teacher, the student works with individuals, small groups and the entire class.
Fieldwork requires three full mornings each week.
An advanced strategies methods course designed to integrate education theory into practice in the California classroom. A variety of measures for student achievement will be designed and implemented. Students study the theories of leadership, classroom management, discipline and lesson planning required for an initial experience in the California classroom. Students are placed in a classroom with a diverse student population to observe and implement teaching strategies necessary to address this student group. Students focus on designing and implementing curricula, including interdisciplinary approaches, in a diverse classroom.