Pass-fail grading only. A study of literature designed for children in the elementary school. Consideration is given to the selection and evaluation of children's literature, with special attention to the illustrations. The particular needs of the early childhood and intermediate teacher will be considered. The mathematics content of the elementary school curriculum is reviewed as students investigate strategies for teaching that content.
Students gather teaching resources that reflect current research and instructional theories.
A study of the content, resources, and strategies for the teaching of science in the elementary school. The particular needs of the early childhood and intermediate teacher will be considered. A study of the content, resources, and strategies for the teaching of social studies in the elementary school. The particular needs of the early childhood and intermediate teacher will be considered. An examination of the characteristics, needs, and challenges of preadolescents and adolescents.