EDMC 4470 - Middle School Curr/Instruc/Mgt

Credits: 2

This course addresses instructional strategies and curriculum theory for middle childhood education. Incorporation of the general knowledge base for teaching, problem solving and inquiry are emphasized. Candidates will design and implement lessons that include inductive and deductive teaching methods and strategies. Candidates will design learning environments and classroom management plans which include technology and accommodations for the diverse learners in the classroom. Candidates will analyze and apply the Praxis Assessment Criteria in their lesson plans and in the classroom setting. Candidates benefit from exposure to peers specializing in different content areas and from extensive and continuous fieldwork. Candidates develop parent and community involvement plans that meet the needs of diverse middle school students. Plans are developed to overcome the unique problems of parallel integration and scheduling in grades 4-9. Prereq: EDMC 3385 and PSYC 3112 or PSYC 304 and admission in Level 2 Teacher Ed. $