Description
This block is interdisciplinary and grounded in current theory and research about effective instruction in each discipline. Teacher candidates learn how to use effective multi-sensory activities and theme- and play-based discovery instruction to meet the individual and collective needs of students, PK-grade 3. Curricular and instructional approaches that include concepts, skill level, and problem-solving and the appropriate use of technology to support learning skills are included. Integrated thematic units are designed. Requires additional hours of field experience, BCI clearance, NEA/OEA student membership, and membership in Specialized Professional Association. Teacher candidates engage in reflective practice to serve the young child???s needs.