Education 382 - Best Practices in Middle Grades Teaching

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Hiram College

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Description:

This course is designed to develop a comprehensive understanding of the factors that underlie effective teaching in middle grades schools. Students will study: historical, sociological, and philosophical factors; the unique developmental characteristics, needs, interests, and abilities of students; lesson planning; discipline and classroom management; effective instructional strategies; and evaluation. Students will learn to use Ohio Academic Content Standards as a basis for lesson planning and follow Praxis domains and National Middle School Association Standards for their learning. The required clinical experience will provide middle grade teacher-candidates the opportunity to teach in their two licensure areas, team teach with teachers of other subjects, and implement curriculum, instructional strategies, and assessment techniques developmentally appropriate for young adolescent learners. Students will engage in reflective practices designed to improve their teaching. This course is the core of the middle childhood methods block consisting of on-campus class time, field observations, and an extended period of clinical experience designed to give students practical experience and an opportunity to implement skills and strategies learned throughout the course. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program.

Credits:

4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.HIRAM.EDU

Phone Number:

(330) 569-3211

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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