ELM 550 - Curriculum and Assessment in Practice: Elementary Education (Pre-Practicum)

The course is designed to help pre-service teacher preparation students further their pedagogical content knowledge and to introduce principles of curriculum development and instruction for grades pre-K -12. Students will apply and practice evidence-based lessons in classroom settings and receive feedback on their practice. The primary focus will be to extend pre-service teacher knowledge of culturally responsive practices for planning, teaching, and evaluating. Activities, content, and materials are related to the current Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks. A 50 hour pre-practicum experience is required as a part of this course.

(Cr: 3)