You will take various courses in the fall and spring. Fall courses will include fieldwork with youngsters in elementary and secondary settings. These experiences will help you gain insights and understanding into the teaching and learning process. If you are willing to accept yourself as Teachers as Learners and Leaders you will have many opportunities for growth. Your attitude will guide your learning.
Teaching is hard.
Teaching effectively so that children learn is very difficult. It is a skill that takes lots of knowledge, time, energy, patience and many practice trials. For many of you there will be easy parts. For some of you there will be difficult parts. That is okay.