EDU 349 September Experience
In this September Experience, candidates complete the required number of days in a school classroom with guidance from a cooperating mentor teacher and field supervisor. Topics include essential dispositions and skills in planning for instruction, engaging students, and assessing learning. Completion of this introductory internship provides candidates the field-based perspectives and reflection skills needed to understand the tasks the teacher completes prior to students starting school and during the first weeks of the school year.
Prerequisite
Preferred completion of the first two field internships unless approved by Director of Teacher Certification Programs.
Outcomes
- This course will prepare students to:
- Candidates learn from the collective experiences of the group by sharing collaboratively about their experiences and growth in the classroom.
- Establish habits and dispositions expected of a professional teacher.
- Develop skills in planning for instruction, engaging students, and assessing student learning.