EDUC 458 - Elementary Practicum

(1 unit)

The intent of this clinical experience is to promote the integration of methods and field experiences and to link educational theory and practice. The course instructor will highlight elements of the course and direct students with the assignments and activities in the practicum classroom setting experience. (Formerly SNU: ELEM 490.590)

Maximum units a student may earn: 1

Prerequisite(s): formerly Sierra Nevada University Teacher Education student; SNU: EDUC 565.

Grading Basis: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
Units of Internship/Practicum: 1
Offered: Other

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. apply and relate educational theories, philosophies, and content in the con-text of real classroom experience.
2. gain knowledge of the roles and responsibility of classroom teachers.
3. participate in a variety of professional learning and development, parent teacher conferences, and school-based activities.
4. observe, interact, and reflect on culturally responsive teaching practices and strategies to access students’ background knowledge and cultural at-tributes.
5. experience using various technologies in the classroom setting.
6. practice using assessment and data as tools for student learning.
7. obtain feedback, analyze teaching observation data, and reflect on its use for improving teaching and learning.

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