EDA 499 - Student Teaching: Professional Clinical-Based Component (3-12)

Within the professional semester, there will be two components to support and guide the beginning educator. Component I, “Integration and Reflection Forums,” is a series of 5-7 seminars that focus on practical insights gained through authentic learning during student teaching. Component II involves a minimum of 70 academic days of full-time assignment in an accredited school to observe, to participate, and to teach in classroom settings with special emphasis on the impact of student learning. [All education majors register for a minimum of 12 credits in 498 and 499 student teaching.]

Prerequisite(s): Candidates must have successfully completed all GATE 3 requirements, and ISTEPS (Student Teacher Engaging Professional Seminar) a multi-component preparatory seminar held prior to the start of the academic semester. ISTEPS focuses on teaching objectives, classroom procedures, motivation techniques and legal implications for classroom teachers. Successful completion of ISTEPS is a Pre-requisite to student teaching.
Grading Method: Letter Grade
Fee: Yes
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring