EDUCE - Education, Elementary K-6 Option, A.A.

Demonstrate an understanding of the essential components of teaching and learning processes in academic settings as they are articulated by current trends and practices in diverse educational settings.

Recognize, analyze, and evaluate the roles and characteristics of the successful classroom teacher including: ● Skill in classroom management ● Cultural and global teacher competencies ● Sensitivity to diversity and special needs of students: inclusive and general education ● Use of appropriate learning strategies ● Promotion of English literacies and Mathematics Literacies across the curriculum ● Mastery of subject matter ● Knowledge of child growth and development (birth through adolescence] ● Appreciation of the importance of ongoing professional development

Think critically to analyze and evaluate societal, cultural, and historical influences that affect education.