In addition to the classroom phase, there is a simultaneous practicum component. Should be taken as near to the student teaching term as possible. EDU220 and EDU226, with a minimum GPA of 2.25 in these areas. Advanced course to be taken after successful completion of the methods practicum or student teaching. Emphasizes diagnostic testing and teaching to remedy reading difficulties likely to be encountered in the classroom, including the reading problems of multicultural and exceptional children.
Students participate in tutoring as part of the course.
Student teaching is a senior experience granting 9 semester hours of credit. It may be taken any term after the student has completed all professional education courses required by the state and all courses required in the student's area of concentration. A grade point average of 2.5 is required prior to student teaching. Students with an earned baccalaureate degree must satisfactorily complete 18 semester hours at Aurora University prior to student teaching. Available to students who have significant prior learning from career experiences or individual study.