EDU 7306 Instructional Strategies for Closing the Achievement Gap
This course prepares specialists to provide training for all teachers in models for teaching and learning, formative assessment tools and data processes to determine remediation and accelerated learning strategies for all learners. Candidates insure that instructional strategies are fully aligned both vertically and horizontally with the adopted standards. The budgeting process is explored at the local school level. Candidates communicate a compelling case and a sense of urgency to address chronic achievement deficits. The TEAM teacher evaluation model will be taught and practiced. This course will focus on research to increase instructional time in core areas, quick and intensive support for struggling students, and instructional strategy choices appropriate to the students being served.