2009 Fall EDUC 109S-02
Bulletin Course Description Analysis, development, and evaluation of elementary curriculum with emphasis on integrating the expressive arts with literacy, mathematics, social studies, and science. Using Gardner's multiple intelligences model of learning, students write comprehensive curriculum units that focus on meeting the needs of learners from diverse social, ethnic, and cultural groups. Consent of instructor required. Instructor: Riggsbee
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Title ELEMENTARY CURRICULUM Department EDUC Course Number 2009 Fall 109S Section Number 02 Primary Instructor Riggsbee,Jan Prerequisites
Synopsis of course content
This course is designed to present a comprehensive overview of curriculum for the elementary school. Students critically examine traditional and innovative curriculum models using questions such as: What are the aims/purposes of the curriculum? What core knowledge should be central to the curriculum? What is the teacher’s role in curriculum development? How should curriculum be organized and taught? How can the curriculum meet the diversity of needs of all elementary school students? To enhance the content of the course, students will design an integrated, concept-based curriculum unit for the elementary classroom, with a special focus on technology integration and differentiated instruction.
Grade to be based on
Grades are based on weekly assignments, final project, and class participation.
