SCHOOLING FOR THE EMERGING ADOLESCENT (EDU 502)

Term: Spring 2009

Faculty

	Thelma SextonShow MyInfo popup for Thelma Sexton
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Schedule

Mon, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (1/5/2009 - 4/29/2009) Location: MAIN TATE 115
Mon, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (1/5/2009 - 5/10/2009) Location: MAIN TATE 115

Description

Coursework includes an examination of major aspects of middle-yeas education: a) pre- and adolescent needs, interests, and abilities; b) curriculum design and content; c) teaming and other instructional techniques; and d) assessment of student progress. Current psychological findings relevant to middle-level educational practice and theory are reviewed. This includes a consideration of the cognitive, social, and attitudinal development of the middle-level child and the implications of various factors including gender, ethnic background, culture,and social status for the learner.