An area of concentration is a group of courses with related content which will enhance teaching in the elementary classroom. Professional Education . The professional education portion of the program includes courses in human growth and development, educational psychology, foundations of education, teaching in a multicultural society, instructional media, exceptional children, and methods of teaching the many different subjects covered in the elementary classrooms. Along with college classwork, there are clinical experiences that enable you to observe and assist in elementary schools. Students with documented disabilities should request accommodations prior to each field experience.
Student teaching takes place near the end of the program.
With guidance and support from a cooperating teacher and a college supervisor, students will gradually assume responsibility for planningand teaching in an elementary school for a full semester or more. Other Program Features 1. Professional Semester . A brochure entitled Professional Semester Information is available in the Center for Student and Professional Services in Bluemont Hall 13. The professional semester is the one in which you student teach.