Effective teachers know how to manage classrooms and behavior in positive ways. This course addresses working with parents and also with various populations in schools. Preventive management techniques, including establishing clear routines and rules, are shared. In addition, the course examines effective approaches to behavior modification and intervention.
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Effective teachers know foundational principles for curriculum design, delivery, and assessment. This course focuses on planning, writing, and implementing effective lessons in alignment with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). In addition, the content addresses different types of assessment and the importance of data-driven decision making in the classroom.
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This course focuses on human growth and development from birth to adolescence, with respect to the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social domains. The course focuses on using theories about learning and development as the driving forces in effective classrooms.
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This involves 15 or more weeks as a student teacher or a full year of a paid internship. During this time, the student teacher or intern works with a mentor and will be observed in the teaching and learning process a minimum of six times. Each observation includes a pre and post conference, and the student is provided with feedback for improvement and assessment purposes.
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