Provides students with opportunities to examine the developmental needs and unique aspects of educating adolescents and young adults and how schools and teachers effectively respond to such needs. Students will not only examine the history and philosophy of adolescent education but will also explore the latest theories regarding learning and effective instructional practices. This course will also meet the Adolescent Strand course requirement for the Adolescent Education Program.
Students can speak effectively in front of a group or as part of a group.
Students can demonstrate effective listening skills through their ability to analyze and interpret verbal messages for content, context, and affect, as well as retain messages acquired from the listening process.