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  • 3.00 Credits

    This course introduce the pre-service teacher to current methods and practices of teaching mathematics within the secondary school curriculum. Using research articles and newly developed texts pre-service teachers examine and practice some of the current methods of teaching mathematics to secondary students. Topics include: new technology, writing within the mathematics curriculum to learn mathematics, mathematics as problem solving, math anxieties, math labs, mathematics as critical thinking training, collaborative learning, and integration of mathematics. Pre-service teachers develop models of different kinds of lessons to be used to teach various skills and concepts and apply them in practice sharing with others as they develop their own teaching styles and skills. Field study required. (Cross-listed with EDU 439)
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course prepares participants to be successful art educators in a school setting (K-12). Emphasis will be upon the development of teaching strategies, methods, curriculum and materials for the aspiring teacher. Pre-service art teachers will learn to integrate art across the school curriculum and to help youngsters achieve the Maine Learning Results. The planning and teaching of lessons and thematic units is an integral part of this course. Field study required. (Cross-listed with EDU 441)
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is designed to provide opportunities for candidates to discover, use and evaluate technologies and resources to enhace learning and assessment. Class sessions will address state and national standards through activities that are designed to help candidates develop lessons that will engage students, while increasing student's ability to be critical thinkers and problem solvers. Candidates will be both student and teacher while participating in technologically supported activities, conducting research, and investigating a wide range of resources. This course is designed to also support candidates' work in methods courses taken concurrently (or soon) by providing an environment to use, and evaluate technological enhancement lessons development activities in those courses.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course addresses the theories and methods associated with the learning process, as well as the application of this knowledge in a variety of classroom environments and situations. Preservice teachers will learn how to create a proactive classroom environment that will allow them to spend contact time in instructional activities, resulting in increased student learning. Pre-service teachers will also develop knowledge and understanding of requisite strategies for effectively managing student behavior in the classroom. Field-study required. (Crosslisted w/ EDU 330)
  • 3.00 Credits

    Designed to foster professional growth in teachers, this course examines teacher efficacy and develops skills and strategies that enable teachers to perform at their highest level despite the daily challenges they face. This course sets the tone for the entire Masters Degree Program.
  • 3.00 Credits

    One of the top issues facing educators today is managing classroom behavior. This course analyzes the dynamics of the classroom unit and demonstrates strategies for classroom management. Teachers also will learn effective methods for involving parents in behavior management. Other topics include student responsibility, conflict resolution and techniques to use with chronically disruptive students.
  • 3.00 Credits

    The important area of teacher-student interaction is explored in depth. Strategies include easy-to-apply techniques to catch your students' interest and keep them excited about learning. Build your awareness of gender-equity issues. You will also have the opportunity to analyze and refine your own presentation style.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Explores how to effectively integrate the Internet into the curriculum. With the vast amount of information, resources, and communication opportunities available on the Internet, it is difficult to know where to begin. The course is designed to offer practical guidance and rationale for using the Internet in your classroom. You will be introduced to instructional models that will help you make the best use of the Internet.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Address the diversity in your classroom by exploring a learning styles model based on the work of Carl Jung and the multiple intelligence theory developed by Howard Gardner. You will learn how to identify your students' learning preferences and design instruction that taps into students' strengths while building up their weaker areas.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Designed to respond to the challenge of promoting higher levels of literacy achievement for all students, this course provides teachers with the background knowledge to understand the topics and issues relevant to reading instruction. It explores both historical and contemporary perspective on the teaching of reading, and it covers the basic tenets of a balanced approach to literacy instruction.
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