ED 102 Education Practicum
Students observe children and teachers in an elementary or secondary classroom setting and assist the teacher as appropriate. Students spend six hours each week in the classroom and one hour each week in seminar. Appropriate for students with limited prior experience with children or in a structured teaching setting. Must be arranged one term in advance.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite:
ED 101 Observation and Guidance with a grade of "C" or better. Required: Successful completion of a criminal history background check prior to starting class. Recommended:
HDFS 225 Child Development or
HDFS 248 Learning Experiences for Children, or
ED 152 Creative activities/Dramatic Play, or
ED 179 Literature, Science and Math, or ED7.730 Early Childhood Ages and Stages.
Notes
Lower Division Transfer (LDT) Course
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Identify developmental needs of children and plan, implement and evaluate activities that address these needs. Employ developmentally appropriate positive guidance strategies in an early childhood setting. Establish meaningful interactions with children promoting curiosity and language development.