ELE 4336 - Classroom Management and Preclinical

Credits: 3 hrs

This course is designed to introduce pre-service teachers to effective classroom management practices. The primary focus is to help teachers understand foundational as well as contemporary classroom management models and theorists, and use those models to develop their own classroom management model. In addition, classroom instructional methods including differentiated learning, student learning objectives, lesson planning, and unit development will be covered. Students enrolled in this course must complete a semester-long preclinical practicum consisting of two full-days each week in a clinical setting under the supervision of a clinical educator and university supervisor. Candidates should consult with their program coordinator regarding specifics.
Pre-requisite(s): GPA of 2.7, 2.0 in required courses, and admission to Educator Preparation Program
Corequisite(s): Taken concurrently with ELE 4335 - Methods and Assessment in Teaching Mathematics, ELE 4332 - Methods/Assessment Teaching Language Art/Social Studies, ELE 4334 - Methods and Assessment in Teaching Language Arts, RED 4312 - Reading, Assessment, and Remediation
Level of Knowledge this Course Address(es): Depth
Latest Update(s) Approved by Academic Standards and Curriculum: May 18, 2021
Effective Date: Fall 2021