EDG 3620 - Curriculum and Instruction-BS

3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Bachelor of Science in Education Program or special permission from the Associate Dean of Baccalaureate programs
This course is an introduction to the field of curriculum and instruction. Teacher candidates will examine the curriculum and the role and responsibilities of teaching including the role of special teachers, problems of individual learners, and materials and strategies appropriate for the selected area of concentration. Course content includes curriculum and instructional strategies in elementary (K-6) reading, language arts, mathematics, science and social studies. Teacher candidates will connect theory to practice through the creation, implementation and evaluation of meaningful and authentic lessons and experiences.