EDU 285 - Teaching Profession With Field Experience

3 Credit(s)

This course includes an introductory, minimum 30 hours of school field experience in accredited P-12 classroom(s) that provide opportunities to observe and contribute to teaching and learning. Allows preservice teachers to connect firsthand school experience with an emerging professional knowledge base. Develops professional knowledge of diverse educational settings through observation, instruction, experience and reflection. Assists students in determining if a career in teaching is an appropriate goal. Requirements for teacher preparation and certification are reviewed. * It is recommended that you have substitute certification prior to taking this class.

Prerequisite(s): ENG 101, EDU 212, EDU 222 and EDU 240 with a grade of C or better in the EDU courses
Corequisite(s): Must take a section of EDU 286 on the same day as EDU 285.