Theoretical Foundations about How Learning Occurs: How Students Construct Knowledge, Acquire Skills, and Develop Habits of Mind

EPSY 302

EPSY 427

EPSY 440

Human Development in the Physical, Social, Emotional, Moral, Speech/language, and Cognitive Domains

Differences in the Ways Students Learn and Perform

Areas of Exceptionality in Students' Learning

Legislation and Institutional Responsibilities Relating to Exceptional Students

Approaches for Accommodating Various Learning Styles, Intelligences, or Exceptionalities

Understanding the Influence of Individual Experiences, Talents, and Prior Learning, as well as Language, Culture, Family, and Community Values on Students' Learning

Theoretical Foundations of Human Motivation and Behavior

Principles of Effective Classroom Management and Strategies to Promote Positive Relationships, Cooperation, and Purposeful Learning

Major Cognitive Processes Associated with Student Learning

ELED 330

ELED 432

EPSY 302

Major Categories, Advantages, and Appropriate Uses of Instructional Strategies

Principles, Techniques, and Methods Associated with Major Instructional Strategies

Methods for Enhancing Student Learning through the Use of a Variety of Resources and Materials

Techniques for Planning Instruction

Techniques for Creating Effective Bridges between Curriculum Goals and Students' Experiences

Assessment Strategies

Communication Techniques

Types of Communications and Interactions that Can Stimulate Discussion in Different Ways for Particular Purposes

Types of Resources Available for Professional Development and Learning

Ongoing Personal Reflection on Teaching and Learning Practices as a Basis for Making Professional Decisions

Role of the School as a Resource to the Larger Community

Develop and Utilize Active Partnerships among Teachers, Parents/guardians and Leaders in the Community to Support the Educational Process

Major Laws Related to Students' Rights and Teacher Responsibilities