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Center for Curriculum and Transfer Articulation
Methods and Curriculum Development in Secondary Education
Course: EDU215

First Term: 2012 Summer I
 Lecture   1.0 Credit(s)   1.0 Period(s)   1.0 Load  
Subject Type: Academic
Load Formula: S


Description: Overview and practical application of teaching methodology and curriculum development for secondary education teachers. Teaching strategies, curriculum design, lesson objectives, time management skills, teaching resources and student assessments covered. Professional Teaching Standards emphasized.



MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Describe characteristics of secondary and middle/junior high schools. (I)
2. Identify current Professional Teaching Standards. (II)
3. Design curriculum. (III)
4. Use numerous teaching strategies to accommodate all students. (IV)
5. Examine the principles of effective instruction. (V)
6. Evaluate various assessment options. (VI)
7. Prepare a lesson plan. (VII)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.
 
MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. School Characteristics (Middle/Junior vs. High School)
   A. School Structure
   B. Calendar
   C. Teaching Teams
II. Professional Teaching Standards
III. Curriculum Design
   A. Development
   B. Objectives
   C. Resources
   D. Standards
   E. Current Trends
IV. Teaching Strategies
   A. Match to Subject Matter
   B. Concepts and Generalizations
   C. Inquiry Process
   D. Students` Developmental Levels
   E. Ask Questions
   F. Encourage Critical Thinking
V. Learning Experiences
   A. Principles of Effective Instruction
   B. Real Life Situations
   C. Students` Backgrounds
   D. Cultural Differences
VI. Assessment
   A. Purpose
   B. Standards
   C. Methods
VII. Lesson Plans
   A. Preparation
   B. Objectives
   C. Teaching Procedures
   D. Learning Activities
   E. Materials
   F. Assessments
   G. Remedial Activities
   H. Enrichment Activities
 
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date:  5/24/2012

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