Introduces students to the culture of a middle school environment. They observe and assist teachers, interview school personnel, talk with students, participate in extra-curricular activities with students and teachers, and perhaps teach a section of a lesson. Must be taken concurrently with EDU 3700. Teaching Process 3 cr. Students apply the topics studied this semester to both middle school and high school settings.
Students write a thematic unit which they present to area teachers during finals week.
Must be taken concurrently with EDU 3805. Introduces students to the culture of a high school environment. Must be taken concurrently with EDU 3800. Provides students with a semester-long, practical teaching experience in a local middle school or high school under the supervision of a licensed teacher. Designed to help students reflect on and deal with situations encountered in their student teaching experience.