EDU 252 Curr & Inst Prima

This course will focus on methods for planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curricula for the primary school in accordance with state and national standards, informed by knowledge of child growth and development. Planning will extend from knowledge of educational programs for children birth to age four. Long-range and short-term models of planning will be a focus. Students will integrate all major content areas (language arts, science, math, social studies) and the humanities (art, literature, music, drama) in curricular and instructional planning. Models of instruction appropriate for students' individual needs, developmental levels, and interests will be studied, as well as collaborative models and IEP process. Modifications required for individual students will be addressed. Students will develop plans for appropriate learning environments designed to support the growth of the child in all domains. Service learning will be explored. Procedures for authentic, performance-based and formal, standardized assessment, as well as diagnostic, formative and summative evaluation related to areas addressed in the course, will be an additional focus. A 10-hour field experience is required. Prerequisite: SEE 360. Fall, Spring