This course introduces students to knowledge,, concepts, and best practices needed to provide, developmentally appropriate, effective, inclusive,, and culturally responsive educational experiences, in the classroom., , Topics include growth and development, learning, theory, student motivation, teaching diverse, learners, classroom management, inclusive, environments, student centered practices,, instructional strategies, teaching methodologies,, observation/assessment techniques, educational, planning, reflective practice, collaboration,, cultural competence, ethics, professionalism, and, leadership., , Upon completion, students should be able to, identify the knowledge, skills, roles, and, responsibilities of an effective educator as, defined by state and national professional, teaching standards.