Students receive an introduction to the many facets of curriculum development. Varied opportunities are provided for the students to acquire comprehension knowledge through papers and readings. We look at the construction, calibration, and application of those instruments used to measurement achievement, intelligence, and aptitude. We examine the limitations inherent in such instruments, and take note to debunk the most egregious and exaggerated claims of some test publishers. This course presumes no statistical sophistication on the part of the students.
Emphasis is placed on reading trends and various procedures for teaching reading.
Through research findings, current literature and discussions, the student will be able to organize, administer, and evaluate a developmental reading program. Research findings and current classroom practices in the teaching of language arts. Methods of updating past teaching practices are considered and evaluated. Current problems in teaching social studies, planning programs, methods of teaching, and evaluating materials for use in public schools are discussed. Understanding the child s perceptions and cognitive development as they relate to mathematics.