EDUC 432 - Fundamentals of Secondary Education

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University of the Cumberlands

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Description:

This professional education capstone course examines the scope, functions and types of secondary schools. Researchbased best practices in content specific subject areas are studied through group work, technologies and case studies. The integration of content area and pedagogical knowledge is required as candidates create interdisciplinary standards-based units that include multiple assessments and differentiated instructional strategies. Candidates utilize conceptual, strategic, evaluative and communicative knowledge as they prepare to help all students learn and close the achievement gap. The Kentucky and University teacher standards and KERA initiatives are an integral part of the course content. Thirty hours of field experience are required. Prerequisite: Formal admission to Teacher Education program. Credit, 3 hours. Offered Fall and Spring semesters.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ucumberlands.edu

Phone Number:

(606) 549-2200

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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