EDUC 1045 - Orientation to Education

1. The Teaching Profession Learning to teach
2. Historical and Philosophical Foundations Historical development of education Pioneers in education Philosophical roots
3. Social Foundations Multicultural education Ethical and legal issues Governmental funding
4. Curricular Foundations Curriculum and instruction Individual student needs Community of learning Technology
5. Assessment Foundations Formal and informal Standards-based

1. describe the daily world of teachers and students from a teacher¿s perspective.
2. describe the elements that shape the foundations of the American education system i.e. historical, philosophical, legal, and financial.
3. demonstrate an understanding of the structure, culture, and curriculum of a K-12 public school through structured field experience.
4. define terminology related to the field of education.
5. apply learning styles theory in supporting instructional practices.
6. apply ethical practices for confidential communication about students.
7. describe the challenges and expectations of various learning environments.
8. describe the areas of exceptionality in learning, including learning disabilities, perceptual difficulties, and special physical or mental challenges, gifts, and talents.
9. apply different motivational strategies that are likely to encourage continuous development of individual learner abilities.

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