EDUC 374: Integrated Methods: Social Studies, Science, Mathematics, and Technology

This integrated methods course combines Social Studies, Science, Mathematics, and technology with a classroom practicum to develop the ability to plan and implement research-validated and differentiated instruction for students across the full range of abilities. The curriculum explores how human developmental processes and variations including culture, heritage, socioeconomic status, and environmental factors such as health, safety, and trauma impact a student's readiness to learn. Students will apply the use of instructional and assistive technologies, and formal/informal assessment methods to modify their own teaching practices, and engage in collaborative partnerships to benefit students with disabilities and their families. Furthermore, the course provides comprehensive instruction in childhood and adolescent literacy skills including listening, speaking, reading, and writing for both native English speakers and English as a New Language (ENL), incorporating methods for enrichment, remediation, and the continuous updating of pedagogical knowledge to support student growth.