This course will examine the current trends and strategies used in teaching reading and study strategies to elementary students. Teacher candidates will apply critical concepts and principles of learner development. Relevant theorists include: Allington, Bachman, Beck, Billings, Chomsky, Dahl, Duffy, Elkonin, Fry, Gallagher, Bandura, Bruner, Dewey, Gagne, Gardner, Strickland, and Vygotsky. Relevant theories include Constructivist Theory, Observational learning theory, Multiple Intelligences theory, Social Development theory and Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD). Teacher candidates will develop equitable and inclusive learning experiences reflecting current trends. Candidates will demonstrate their ability to work effectively with diverse elementary students and their families. The Field Experiences Practicum is required. North American Division (NAD) curriculum resources/ Adventist Learning Community (ALC) modules will be incorporated in this course. NOTE: Field experience hours: 42 hours (part of the 6-day Practicum Block 1; 7 hours/day).
ED 240 and admission to the Educator Preparation Provider (EPP) Program. ED 240, 300, 341.