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In EDU 2600, you’ll learn the history and application of experiential teaching methodology. You’ll learn the philosophical foundations of experiential education and how these foundations have led to its recent explosion in popularity in a variety of settings. You’ll explore local experientially-based schools through the course’s fieldwork component.

Covering psychological principles and research findings as they apply to teaching and learning, EDU 2050 also includes examining developmental practices, intelligence, cognition, motivation, cultural diversity, classroom community, and classroom management. In addition, you will examine and practice the implementation of a variety of instructional strategies that incorporate learning theory. Particular emphasis is placed on the application of research-based practices in a variety of settings. You’ll spend considerable time in a public school classroom observing and teaching.

EDU 3150 is a course designed to prepare you to work with children and youth from diverse backgrounds and to help you develop a culturally competent teaching practice. In addition to completing service-learning in a public school, you will also have the opportunity to attend Building Bridges of Asheville, a nine-week community based anti-racism program.