EDUC 520.2 - Interventions Mid Level Learners

2 Credits

The purpose of this course is threefold. First, it is to prepare the pre-service teacher to develop an inclusive learning environment, which specifically addresses the needs of the middle school learner. Second, it is to design and implement research-based interventions and instructional strategies, which address the needs of the middle school learner. These strategies/interventions will be based on accurate interpretation of assessment data, content knowledge, and understanding of the students’ abilities and diversity. Third, it is to prepare the pre-service teacher to evaluate the effectiveness of the instructional strategies and interventions and adjust them as needed to promote on-going student success. Topics will include, but are not limited to, strategies specific to the diverse learner, collaboration techniques, research-based strategies and interventions, Response to Intervention, the Systematic Approach for Assessing/Accessing the Learning Environment (SAALE), data collection and monitoring techniques, variables which influence student success, assistive technology, differentiated instruction and the Universal Design for Learning. Fall. (Undergraduate cognate: EDUC 232.2).

Prerequisite: QPA of 2.70; EDUC 503, EDUC 507, EDUC 540.2, and EDUC 544.
Credit Type Code: Letter Grade