EDMA 5043 - Learning Psychology and Student Needs

3 credits

Develops an understanding of developmental learning theories with an emphasis on the holistic learner and application to classroom instruction. Examines characteristics of all learners in a classroom including English Language Learners, students on 504 or Individual Education Plans, gifted students, and students with social emotional or behavioral support needs. Students will have the opportunity to practice writing IEP goals, designing accommodations and modification for students in the general education classroom, develop strategies to work with paraeducators in the general education classroom and modify a lesson plan to meet the needs of all learners in the classroom with an awareness of anti-bias education.