SEC 520 Method Teach Eng. Sec. School

This course focuses on research- and theory-based frameworks and strategies for teaching literature and informational texts to culturally and economically diverse adolescent learners, including those who are English learners and those with special needs. The course considers the recommendations of national professional organizations, as well as the impact of state and national standards on pedagogical practices. Providing students with practical approaches in implementing state and national standards, the course offers students multiple opportunities to develop varied macro- and micro-scale plans useful for teaching a range of contemporary and classic texts using both new and classic frameworks and methods. A 20-hour field experience is required for all students taking the course. Students must obtain fingerprint clearance prior to beginning field experiences. For graduate Adolescence Education MSED teacher candidates; Adolescence Education Advanced Certification (Certification-Only) teacher candidates; and ASPIRE candidates, the required pre-requisite is SEC 515. Fall.

Credits

3