Candidates will deepen their understanding of best practices in literacy instruction by: utilizing the Next Generation Learning Standards in ELA to develop appropriate and engaging lessons, differentiating lessons to meet the needs of all learners specifically students with disabilities and English Language Learners. implementing literacy instruction in P-9 classrooms, administering and evaluating a variety of formal and informal literacy assessments; utilizing assessment data and progress monitoring data to develop targeted intervention; reflecting upon lessons, student learning, student needs, and data. Candidates will explore the importance of demonstrating and maintaining a positive and respectful relationship with families, community members, and colleagues. They will also learn to listen deeply to the experiences, feedback, and perspectives of others in order to create a safe and healthy learning environment where all students will flourish and grow. This course includes a 30 hour supervised practicum in an urban high needs school district. (Equivalent to EDU 352)
EDU 201, EDU 206, & EDU 252