EDUC 6250:Learning about Learners

2 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 2 Credit Hours
Corequisite: EDUC 6255
Teacher candidates study child and adolescent development, examining influences on learning. Because teaching and learning are not value-neutral, candidates examine and reflect on possible environmental, genetic, cultural, economic, political, and familial influences on their own development and the development of their future students. Theories and principles of learning, motivation, and differentiation are applied to planning, instruction, and assessment. Candidates are introduced to the Universal Design for Learning framework and critical thinking skills.