ELEM 471 - Elementary Education Capstone

Description:
Elementary teacher candidates will explore interdisciplinary instruction and design standards-based unit plans that incorporate best teaching practices for specific teaching assignments. Course will be offered every year. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: Full admission to the Teacher Certification Program and ELEM 494 and valid WSP/FBI fingerprint clearance is required for this course. The clearance must appear in OSPI’s Fingerprinting Database and be valid throughout the quarter enrolled.

Credits: (2)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Create learning segments that support diverse student learning within and across content areas.
Create learning activities that utilize research-based practice and on-going reflection on instruction.
Design learning targets that align with state standards in order to foster critical thinking.
Utilize technology effectively to build a deeper understanding of learning theories and best practices.
Design and implement a wide range of assessment strategies to inform instruction and support student learning within and across academic content areas.
Modify assessment tools to accommodate students with exceptional needs.
Participate in a classroom community mindful of student engagement, learning, and positive relationships.
Describe how teachers connect learning to students (particularly those with special and diverse needs).

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
4/5/18