ED 10A — Introduction to Teaching and Learning
[ ss ]Open to all. Instructor permission required to enroll. Priority enrollment given to first year and Education students. Two credits of accompanying fieldwork are available for all students through ED 60a. This is required for students pursuing teacher licensure. Cannot be taken for credit by students who have previously taken ED 100a or ED 100b.
Examines classroom teaching, learning, curriculum, and assessment in the context of broader questions about the purposes and policies of schools and schooling. Through readings, analysis of video, and guided observations, students investigate classroom culture, student thinking, and curriculum standards. This introductory survey course gives a broad overview that provides a foundation for 100+ level courses in the Education Studies Teaching and Learning cluster. Usually offered every year.