In this task, you will demonstrate your knowledge of principles of content-specific and developmentally-appropriate pedagogy. The task has multiple versions in order to meet the needs of both multiple subject candidates and candidates for single subject credentials. You will review and complete the version of this task appropriate to the credential for which you are preparing.

 

Each Subject-Specific Pedagogy task version contains four case studies. The case studies address subject-specific and developmentally-appropriate pedagogy, assessment practices, adaptation of content for English learners, and adaptation of content for students with special needs. You will respond in writing to each of the four case studies and submit your response to your teacher preparation program.

 

The following general information applies to the subject-specific pedagogy task for all candidates, regardless of grade level or content area. Directions for completing the task as applicable to multiple subject candidates and to single subject candidates are provided separately following the general information. (CTC, 2008, p. 3-2)

 

 

CTC (2008). CalTPA Candidate Handbook. California Commision on Teacher Credentialing. Retrived from: http://www.ctc.ca.gov/educator-prep/TPA-files/CandidateHandbook.pdf.