EDUC 7228 - Contemporary Issues and Curriculum for Multi-Needs Populations

3 cr.

This course is designed to encourage students to think about the historical, philosophical and theoretical foundations of educational practice and issues and their impact on multi-needs populations. Candidates reflect upon past, current and emerging educational practices and issues. Particular emphasis is placed upon rethinking personal assumptions and considering alternative perspectives in the midst of societal demands. New perspectives are then used to design, organize and develop curriculum which effectively creates a learning environment to meet the diverse needs of students. Candidates demonstrate curriculum competencies through the development of various curriculum projects which include understanding a variety of teaching strategies, resource applications and student assessment. This course is part of the professional licensure, all tracks.