EDU 486LS - Professional Development and Teacher Leadership

This course is offered concurrently with Directed Teaching. The course provides education majors opportunities which will assist in the transition from teacher candidate to professional educator. Based on professional standards related to specific majors and education in general, teacher candidates will design and implement lesson plans to meet the needs of a culturally diverse student population. A major focus on current theory and practices, based on research, include: effective instructional strategies, curriculum design, classroom management and conflict resolution skills, assessment and evaluation strategies, and practice in various content areas. Teacher candidates, as collaborative professionals, will be involved in the total school program, both in and out of the classroom, in participating in professional development and in professional organizational activities. A professional development portfolio focusing on effective teaching strategies, professional activities, and models of teacher evaluation is required.

Credits: 2

Prerequisites Praxis Core