EDMG 3345 Teaching in the Middle School

A focus on the nature and diversity of the middle grades learner, the pedagogy appropriate for that age level, and the organization of the middle school. Included are the psychological and sociological principles and practices that aid in determining how to meet the unique educational needs of young adolescents, the history of the development of the middle school and the philosophy of education that determines the curriculum and pedagogy of the middle school. Directed field-based experience is required.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

EDUC 2251

Student Learning Outcomes

SCHOOL OF EDUCATION OUTCOMES (See School of Education Syllabus A – IV)

Upon successful completion of this course, the candidate will be able to:

1. the ability to describe the organization of the middle school. CCLO 1, InTASC Standard 3, 9
2. the ability to understand the complexities involved in curriculum development and implementation in a middle school class. CCLO 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, InTASC Standard 1,2, 3, 9
3. the ability to demonstrate knowledge of the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development the middle grades child and the implications these characteristics have for developmentally appropriate practice.  CCLO 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, InTASC Standard 1, 9
4. the ability to plan and implement instructional strategies that provide an equal opportunity for all, including special needs students, to participate and learn in a middle school classroom.  CCLO 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, InTASC Standard 2, 9
5. the ability to assess student learning and teacher effectiveness.  CCLO 6, 9, InTASC Standard 1, 2, 9
6. the ability to establish and maintain a supportive, democratic learning environment.  CCLO 10, InTASC Standard 3, 9
7. the ability to foster family involvement in young adolescent’s education at home and in school.  CCLO 10, InTASC Standard 2
8. the ability to recognize needs and refer students to available in-school and community support service agencies.  CCLO 10, InTASC Standard 1, 2, 9
9. the ability to select appropriate instructional aides, media, and resources.  CCLO 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, InTASC Standard 1, 9