EDUC 299 Field Experience: Methods of Teaching Secondary Education

This is a field-based course that provides the opportunity to apply the theories and methods learned regarding teaching practices, educational goals, and trends in educational assessment. Students will analyze instructional practices as they relate to teaching and learning as is appropriate for age/grade level and professional specialization. Prerequisite: This course is only available to those students who have successfully completed the equivalent of Methods of Teaching Secondary Education at another higher education institution but who have not completed 15 hours of field experience as part of that course (EDUC 267). Additionally, permission of Director of Teacher Education is required in order to enroll in the course.

Credits

1

Hours Weekly

1 hour weekly

Course Objectives

1. 1. Examine the variety of instructional strategies that are used to make clear explanations,
   give directions, and manage a classroom.
2. 2. Evaluate the relationship among choice of instructional model, the content, and the
   learners.
3. 3. Appraise those strategies used to adapt and/or differentiate instruction for a range of
   students, including those with special needs.
4. 4. Analyze instructional outcomes using a variety of assessment tools.

Course Objectives

1. 1. Examine the variety of instructional strategies that are used to make clear explanations,
   give directions, and manage a classroom.
2. 2. Evaluate the relationship among choice of instructional model, the content, and the
   learners.
3. 3. Appraise those strategies used to adapt and/or differentiate instruction for a range of
   students, including those with special needs.
4. 4. Analyze instructional outcomes using a variety of assessment tools.