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Dec 03, 2024
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ENGT 1860 - Introduction to Education 5-12 3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered in the Fall.
This course introduces theoretical and practical knowledge of teaching and learning in the middle and secondary school. Teacher candidates consider the development of pre-adolescents and adolescents; explore the role of the teacher; learn ways to manage the classroom environment; learn instructional strategies to motivate and engage students with diverse learning styles, interests, and levels of readiness; and examine the use of assessment to measure student growth, and to plan, evaluate and strengthen instruction. A review of legal and ethical principles reinforces the importance of integrating culturally and linguistically diverse students and those with disabilities; collaborating with caregivers; and professional attitudes and behaviors in general. A pre-practicum of 25 hours is required. This course is cross-listed with BIOL 1860 , MATH 1860 , CHEM 1860 , SCI 1860 and HIST 1860 .
Prerequisite(s): GPA of 2.5
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