An overview of educational history, legal issues, funding, and special populations with a focus on educational policy-making. Issues affecting school personnel, school boards and students are discussed. Introduction to Elementary Education Curriculum Group supervision methods for teacher's aides are studied. Emphasizes guidance of individualized learning, basic math and science skills, behavior control methods, and teaching techniques. Practicum Covers common school practices such as filing, record keeping and other clerical functions performed by teachers.
Special emphasis is on school operational procedures.
Gain 60 hours of practical experience through an internship. Fee is required. Principles of Reading Develop the skills and techniques of reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Mechanics of printed materials, vocabulary, remedial methods, structural analysis, phonics, and reading readiness are studied. Analyzes theories and methods for dealing with various types of behavior.