This course provides an introduction to planning and teaching integrated thematic units in the K-12 classroom. Topics will include interdisciplinary teaching and learning, instructional models for a variety of teaching purposes, and pedagogical practices that support student learning. Students will create an interdisciplinary thematic unit that incorporates content from a variety of disciplines including the humanities, fine arts, social sciences, mathematics, and sciences and that is developmentally appropriate for the target age group and responsive to diverse student needs.
Prerequisite Courses