EDMG 3300:Success in the Middle: Adolescent Development and Middle School Advocacy

2 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education, EDUC 2130 Corequisite: EDRD 3330
Candidates examine the development and diversity of middle grades learners, as well as the concept and philosophy of the middle school. Issues of teaching young adolescents and the unique role teachers must play as interdisciplinary team members, content specialists, advocates for the middle school and middle level learner are explored. Information from current research and exemplary practices will be used to extend candidate knowledge.