Students conduct their own investigations into the teaching and meaning of curriculum, discovering new things about themselves and the way they may approach their teaching. One and Two students have weekly assignments in all but the Lecture series. Case Tutorial requires initial and final weekly written responses to case scenarios, as well as extensive collaborative research that is shared in a formal setting with peers. Professional Seminar requires weekly journaling and assigned readings, as well as two major papers each semester. Field Seminar requires journaling with extensive reflections and may also include specific field assignments.
Initiative is encouraged throughout the program.
Semester Three requires extensive collaboration among students, especially in conducting research and developing case presentations. In Semester Four students engage in an inquiry project - in the form of an action research project. They also attend a lecture series and participate in a series of case studies - one on a special topic of their choosing and the other on the ethics of educational principles and practices. Field Experiences Field experiences provide opportunities which enable student teachers to make meaningful connections with the theoretical issues raised in their campus based studies. The program encourages students to attend carefully and thoughtfully to the realities and responsibilities of teaching.