TAD-309 - Culturally Responsive Instruction

Course Description

Culturally Responsive Instruction | Examine the philosophy of multicultural education and its relevance and connection to student achievement for all learners. Learn about strategies to infuse multicultural education into curriculum, instruction, assessment, classroom climate and instructional materials selection. Examine individual cultural attitudes, teaching styles, learning styles and classroom practices as preparation for better addressing the needs of students. Examine research from state and national resources identifying "best practices" to recognize strategies, practices and principles that assist in eliminating gaps among student groups and accelerating student achievement. CEUs issued. Textbook information available at AACC Bookstore. $134 includes $10 fee. Note: All sections also offered for credit, EDU-236.

Learner Outcomes

Examine the philosophy of multicultural education and its relevance and connection to student achievement for all learners; Explore strategies to infuse multicultural education into curriculum, instruction, assessment, school climate and instructional materials selection; Recognize individual cultural attitudes, teaching styles, learning styles and classroom practices as preparation for better addressing the needs of students; Examine research from state and national resources identifying best practices to recognize strategies, practices and principles for success.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

• Pathway to Teaching Adults : Open Enrollment