ETC 519 Curriculum and Instruction Methods

In this course, candidates examine the basic principles of culturally sustaining instructional design and delivery as applied to the K-8 curriculum. In the pursuit of understanding foundational elements of instructional design and practices, candidates experience a studentdriven approach to learning that allows for each person to be their authentic selves, reflect, problem-solve, be creative, and offer feedback. Candidates are introduced to community-driven, experiential, and multidisciplinary teaching and learning that will support the critical inclusion of the cultural wealth of all students and families. This course includes components of state requirements for certification.

Credits

3

Outcomes

1. This course will prepare students to:
2. 1. Understand inclusive practices in selecting, using, and adapting curricula, technology, and resources that effectively align with learning goals, processes, and intentions in developmentally appropriate, culturally sustaining, and antiracist ways
3. 2. Align learning targets, goals, and intentions with regional and national requirements, curriculum frameworks, and district, school, and classroom goals.
4. 3. Align feedback and assessment strategies with learning targets, goals, and intentions.
5. 4. Design student-driven instructional activities that allow each student to be their authentic selves, reflect, problem-solve, be creative, and offer feedback.
6. 5. Create scaffolded learning opportunities that are suitable for all students especially multilingual students, advanced students, and students who need accommodations.
7. 6. Design a variety of methods of establishing two-way connections between families and teacher.