Description
(Teaching Diverse Learners for Residency Teachers)
This course is designed to provide residency teachers with the basic principles to work effectively with students who have special learning needs, including those who are culturally diverse , those who have disabilities, and those who are academically advanced. Residency teachers will demonstrate that they are able to facilitate the develoment of inviting, respectful, supportive, and inclusive educational communities. They will also learn to create collaborative partnerships with families, schools, and communities to promote a positive school culture. A survey of literature related to the instruction of diverse learners, including assessment and modes of learning, is covered, and its implications for mainstreamed classroom teaching are discussed. An analysis of literature and research on cultural factors of teaching, diverse world cultures, and global issues will also be integrated into the course curriculum. Residency teachers wil