This course, which integrates theory and practice, is offered as a culminating experience of the initial certification program. The 60-day experience includes observation, participation, and directed teaching experience in a local -normally public - school. Conferences with the University supervisor and the cooperating teachers and attendance at such seminars as the ADEPT-training session are requirements. The supervisor evaluates the student teacher using the ADEPT. In addition, the student must demonstrate skill in computer-assisted instruction. Students must stay in touch with their advisers.
Directed Student Teaching Early Childhood Education (6 hours) [Praxis II & PLT exams are prerequisite to licensure- must take before or during this term]
Grading is on a pass/fail basis. Offered during spring term and occasionally in fall term. Course fee.