EDUC 202 Practicum*

This course provides students with practical experience in Pre-K-12 classrooms and weekly discussions regarding professionalism in teaching. Under the supervision of a cooperating teacher, students will complete 90 hours observing and aiding their mentor teacher. (This course addresses Idaho Core Teacher Standard 1). A background check is required.

Credits

3

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

15

Semester Contact Hours Lab

90

General Education Competency

[GE Core type]

Notes

Background check required

EDUC 202Practicum*

Please note: This is not a course syllabus. A course syllabus is unique to a particular section of a course by instructor. This curriculum guide provides general information about a course.

I. General Information

Department

Education

II. Course Specification

Course Type

Program Requirement

General Education Competency

[GE Core type]

Credit Hours Narrative

3

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

15

Semester Contact Hours Lab

90

Notes and Advisories (only if included in catalog)

Background check required

Grading Method

Letter grade

Repeatable

Y

Credit Hours Maximum, if repeatable

6

III. Catalog Course Description

This course provides students with practical experience in Pre-K-12 classrooms and weekly discussions regarding professionalism in teaching. Under the supervision of a cooperating teacher, students will complete 90 hours observing and aiding their mentor teacher. (This course addresses Idaho Core Teacher Standard 1). A background check is required.

IV. Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

• Complete 15 lecture hours with a CSI instructor face-to-face or online.
• Complete a background check before entering field experience in schools.
• Complete a minimum 30 hours with a certified teacher.
• Engage in any or all of the following activities: observe classroom instruction, individual instruction, small group instruction, class activity organization, and/or other duties that are normal in a teacherÕs everyday activities.
• Understand critical standards of Professionalism and Ethics, basic lesson plan components, & conceptualize what "Effective Teachers do".

V. Topical Outline (Course Content)

Expectation & Forms Dress Code & Teacher Handbook Conduct & Quality Work in Schools Conflict Resolution: "I-messages" Professionalism & Positive Behavioral Support Lesson Plan Activity Inquiry Process and Open Ended Questions

VI. Delivery Methodologies

Required Text

NA Articles in Class

Assessment Strategy Narrative

Principle 6: Communications Skills- The pre-service teacher uses a variety of communication techniques to foster inquiry, collaboration, and supportive interaction in and beyond the classroom. Outcome : Students will reflect upon their field experience Assessment: Survey Principle 9: Professional Commitment and Responsibility- The pre-service teacher is reflective practitioner who demonstrates a commitment to professional standards and is continuously engaged in purposeful mastery of the art and science of teaching. Outcome : Students will complete an assigned K-12 classroom experience with a certified cooperating teacher. Assessment: A completed CSI Performance Form (portfolio entry) by the cooperating, licensed teacher.