Course Description

Candidates will apply content knowledge in their assigned classrooms to facilitate learning and improve student achievement. ALP candidates will address the needs of diverse learners (gender, ethnicity, English Language Learners, special needs) in different contexts as reflected in daily decision-making and as evidenced by direct observation and selected artifacts.

Seminar includes readings, articles, field-based examples, student-centered instructional tasks, classroom interaction and analysis to meet “Proficient” level of performance in the Colorado Teacher Quality Standards. Candidates will learn about and practice selected theories and programs in classroom management, assessment and pedagogy.

Coaching and feedback are used to support the development of ALP candidates in the classroom.