EDU-102 Teacher Assistant II

This course is designed to continue to prepare para-professionals to assist certified teachers in the education of children. Students will develop the instructional techniques necessary to function as a teacher assistant, gain an understanding of the functioning of a school system, and explore current trends in education.

Credits

3

Department

• Social Science

For more detailed course information view the Course Outline

EDU 102: Teacher Assistant II

Department

Social Science

Course Description

This course is designed to continue to prepare para-professionals to assist certified teachers in the education of children. Students will develop the instructional techniques necessary to function as a teacher assistant, gain an understanding of the functioning of a school system, and explore current trends in education.

Credit Hours

3

Contact Hours

Lecture	3
Lab	0
Other	0

Grading Scheme

Letter

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Recognize the role of school law in the role of a teaching assistant.
2. Articulate a variety of instructional and classroom management techniques.
3. Apply child and adolescent development theory to instructional decision-making.
4. Create lesson plans.

Topic Outline

1. Principles of Education
2. Philosophy of Education
3. School Laws and Procedures
   1. Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
      1. 504 Plans
      2. Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
   2. Common Core
   3. No Child Left Behind and Every Student Succeeds Act
4. Meeting Students’ Instructional Needs
   1. Learning Theory
   2. Learning Styles
   3. Motivation
   4. Classroom Management
   5. Lesson Planning
      1. Differentiated Instruction
      2. Learning Objectives
5. Careers and School Life
   1. Classroom Observation
   2. Teaching Assistant Interview
   3. Resume and Cover Letter