MGED 4100 - Methods and Research in Middle Grades Education

Credits: 3

Teacher candidates will advance their practical understanding of educational research specific to middle grades education and the theories of teaching and learning. The course introduces the language of research, ethical principles, and elements of quantitative and qualitative research approaches. Candidates will use these theoretical underpinnings to begin to critically review and use literature related to research-based methods relevant to their middle grade content areas in planning, instruction, and assessment.

Prerequisite(s): Prior admission to the Teacher Education Program is required.