Overview
Description
Continuation of NevadaTeach’s introduction to the teaching of mathematics and science with an emphasis on the middle school level.
Requirements
Prerequisites
- an interest in exploring teaching as a career.
NVTC 101
Original catalog text
Prerequisites
NVTC 101 and an interest in exploring teaching as a career.
Units
Lecture1
Catalog Details
Offering
Offered: Every Fall and Spring
Terms
fall, spring
Attributes
Standard
Learning Outcomes
- demonstrate science and mathematics content knowledge in the design and teaching of middle school lessons aligned with district curriculum.
- identify the unique attributes of adolescent students and implement teaching strategies that are effective in the middle school environment.
- use probing questions to elicit feedback on students’ acquisition of knowledge.
- use pre- and post- assessments aligned to performance objectives to evaluate student learning to provide instructive feedback to middle school students, and as a basis for revising lesson plans.
- provide instructive feedback to peers.
- reflect on teaching experiences to revise lesson plans.
- assess commitment to pursue teaching as a career path.