First, it gives the education major an overview of the total reading program for pupils as they progress through their elementary and secondary school experiences. It also gives an overview of literature for all ages. Finally, it gives the education major a background in working with children who have reading problems. The reading instruction minor is designed to help the prospective teacher become a more proficient teacher of reading at both the elementary and middle levels. In addition, students must have the approval of their major department, 2.5 grade point average, and admission to Teacher Education.
Student teaching requires full day, full semester commitment of the student teachers.
Some major departments require a seminar during student teaching. Application for student teaching is required at least two semesters prior to the semester of student teaching. Information meetings about student teaching are held each fall semester.