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Overview
Courses: Methods for Elementary Education
This edited book is a practical and accessible guide for educators committed to creating meaningful, inclusive, and engaging learning experiences in the K–8 classroom. Divided into two key sections, the book first explores foundational principles—curriculum, pedagogy, assessment, classroom management, and culturally responsive teaching—before diving into subject-specific strategies for teaching math, science, language, social studies, physical education, and the arts. With a focus on real-world application and reflective practice, this resource empowers teachers to navigate the complexities of today’s diverse classrooms and make a lasting impact on student learning.
Features:
Designed in an easy-to-access format to support learning and instruction, the 12 chapters in this book feature:
chapter learning objectives
key terms and concepts
box inserts that enhance key concepts
helpful weblinks for further reading and inquiry
review and reflective questions
Chapter Contents
Pedagogy Unpacked: Teaching Impactful Elementary Education
Forward
Introduction
Section 1: The Big Rocks of Teaching Elementary Teaching
Chapter 1: Relationships First: Social-Emotional Learning as a Foundation for Teaching
Chapter 2: The FIKR Model: Foundations for Classroom Management & Navigating Challenging Behaviour
Chapter 3: Beyond Devices: Digital Pedagogies, Media Literacies, and Computational Thinking in the Elementary Classroom
Chapter 4: Authentic Assessment: A Work in Progress
Chapter 5: Beyond the Classroom Walls: Pedagogical Practices for Outdoor Learning
Chapter 6: Climate Literacy: Preparing Teachers with Confidence
Section 2: Teaching for Equity via Culturally Responsive & Inclusive Practices
Chapter 7: Designing for All: Universal Design for Learning in the Inclusive Elementary Classroom
Chapter 8: Learning to be a Settler: Culturally Sustaining Spaces for Racialized Students and Teachers
Chapter 9: “It happened something like this…”: Indigenous Storytelling in Action
Chapter 10: Breaking Elementary Barriers to Opportunity: Female Engagement in STEM
Chapter 11: (Your) Language Speaks Volumes: Teacher Empowerment & Multilingual Learner Advocacy
Section 3: Pedagogical Approaches Across the Canadian Curriculum
Chapter 12: Teaching the Arts by Bridging Pedagogies: Core Competencies and “Big Ideas” of Arts Education
Chapter 13: Teaching Music and Dance in the Elementary Classroom: Sound, Movement, and Meaning
Chapter 14: Teaching Science in the Classroom: Inquiry-Based Learning, Experimentation, and STEM Integration
Chapter 15: Teaching Science Rooted in Nature: School Gardens as a Pedagogical Approach for Promoting Experiential Learning
Chapter 16: Teaching ELA: Exploring Literacies Through Joyful Classroom Practices
Chapter 17: Teaching Primary Social Studies that “Matters”: Helping Elementary Students Become Change Makers in their Communities
Chapter 18: Teaching Middle School Social Studies: Decolonization, Citizenship, and Historical Thinking
Chapter 19: Teaching Mathematics: Mastery, Problem-Solving, and Numeracy Development
Chapter 20: Teaching Physical & Health Education: Movement, Well-Being, and Active Life
Conclusion
References
Meet your Editor
Asad Choudhary
Asad Choudhary is a program coordinator and instructor in the teacher education program at Niagara University in Ontario. He also serves as a course instructor for teacher candidates at Western University's Faculty of Education and a professor in the Early Childhood Leadership degree program at Fanshawe College. In addition, he is a program facilitator with Western University's Centre for Teaching and Learning and a visiting professor of K–12 Educational Methods at Hunan First Normal University (HFNU) in China.
With over two decades of experience in K–12 education as a teacher, vice-principal, and principal, Asad brings practical insight and deep pedagogical knowledge to his teaching and writing. He was recognized for his strong leadership in K-12 Education with the Alberta Distinguised Leadedership Award from the Alberta Teachers's Association while serving as principal for the Palliser Regional School District.
Asad’s research interests include teacher and principal well-being, equitable education, and innovative methods of instruction in K–12 contexts. This book, Pedagogy Unpacked, draws on his extensive experience and research to explore effective teaching practices in elementary education.