Curriculum Experts
Synthesize conceptual understandings of theory, content, technology, and child development into meaningful activities for Pre-K – 3 students.
Through coursework our pre-service teachers learn important elements of research and theory that informs best practice for young children within each content area.
Our pre-services teachers are also knowledgeable of district courses of study; and state and national content standards across the contents of primary curriculum. They are able to construct a balanced program that integrates the important components of effective instruction specific to each content area. They are able to assess children’s learning through various authentic means and use this information as they plan lessons. Our preservice students also learn to adapt planning and instruction to reflect the needs of specific children and sites.
Our pre-services teachers also learn how to create learning environments that are applicable to whole group, small group and individual work. They practice responding to children in constructive and supportive ways.