MCE-4012 Methods in Content Areas

A study of middle level teaching methods with emphasis on integrating curriculum, collaborative instruction, and group learning. Special emphasis is given to developmental and learning theories. Candidates design instructional objectives, plan instructional activities, develop instructional materials, and create assessment plans to meet the needs of all learners in the middle level classroom. Candidates will develop content specific teaching units in each of their two specific areas of concentration. Candidates will also work with content area mentors to examine specific strategies and practices relevant to both intended areas of licensure.