This course is designed to prepare teachers to implement and effective curriculum for children in grades preK-3. As a prerequisite, you will need to have adequate content knowledge to teach mathematics, science, reading, social studies, physical education, health and technology. The course will assist you in the development of a broad-based educational philosophy, extensive knowledge of human growth and development, practical experience with children, and the ability to digest and interpret a body of research about teaching and learning, creating learning communities, differentiating instruction for all learners, managing the classroom, assessment, the effective use of technology, and working with colleagues and parents. PRAXIS Principles of Learning and INTASC standards will be covered. Ultimately, the goal is for you to use and apply theoretical and reasearch knowledge to improve learning at the early childhood level.

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