EDU 330 - Language Arts and Reading III (3)

Prerequisite: Enrollment in the professional term or permission.

A methods course focusing on an in depth study and analysis of methods, materials and assessments used by elementary teachers in preparation of the student teaching experience Instruction focuses on teaching reading, writing, listening, and speaking of elementary content in an integrated format. Students combine theory, knowledge and skills, practical application, and hands-on materials as they develop their own personal teaching philosophy in an elementary classroom. For the capstone project, students will develop and utilize effective organizational and management skills for the classroom along with the preparation of a unit to meet the requirements for the documentation of K-12 student learning. Emphasis will also be placed on implementing state and national standards for the elementary grades.