College of Education
Teaching Children in Poverty (G Cert)
Program Purpose
The teaching children in poverty certificate prepares teachers to work with children living in poverty. Students learn about the cognitive, social, and emotional implications of poverty on children and families, including poverty’s effects on children’s development and the impact of poverty-related stress and trauma on children’s learning and attention. Additionally, students learn educational and assessment strategies that address the specific needs of children from poverty in the areas of cognition and social and emotional learning and development, and apply them to classroom practice.
Learning Outcomes
Curriculum & Instruction Strategies
Candidates will identify and apply curricular and instructional strategies that support success for children living in poverty.
Knowledge of Research Related to the Effects of Poverty on Development
Candidates will demonstrate knowledge of research related to the effects of poverty on the cognitive, social and emotional development of children.
Policies and Programs
Candidates will analyze policies and programs designed to support children and families livging in poverty.