EDUC 280 - Teacher Education Practicum

3 Credit Hour(s) / 3 Billing Hour(s)
This course requires students to work with a teacher in an educational setting, thus receiving practical experience working with children in K-12 classrooms at two different grade levels. Combined with readings, reflections, and on-campus classroom discussion, students should gain an appreciation for the role of professional teachers.

Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): None
Placement Scores: Reading Level 5 and Writing Level 6
Course Note:

This course requires 70 additional hours of practical experience in K-12 classrooms at two different grade levels approved by the instructor. Information on field placement and assignment will be given during the first day of class. You cannot pass this course unless all 70 hours in two different K-12 classrooms have been completed.
All public schools are required to ask for a background check for anyone who regularly visits a K-12 school building. Students in EDUC 280, Teacher Education Practicum, should be prepared to present a completed ICHAT (online State background check) to their practicum site at the beginning of the assignment.