Prerequisites / Corequisite Prerequisite: EDUC 1301 Overview of schooling and classrooms from the perspectives of language, gender, socioeconomic status, ethnic and academic diversity and equity with an emphasis on factors that facilitate learning. Provides an opportunity to participate in P-12 special population classrooms. Course will align with the State Board of Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities and Technology Application standards.

Students are introduced to requirements for becoming a teacher in Texas, legal and ethical aspects of teaching, organization and structure of secondary schools, and methods of motivation and discipline in 8th-12th grade classroom. Students observe and participate in assigned schools. Class 1. (Spring)