EDUC 438 - Seminar,Observation & Student Teaching in Elementary School

Institution:

Manhattan College

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Description:

Grades 4-6. (Cr. 3) Participants in EDUC 418 and EDUC 438 gain general experiences and meet specific requirements to acquire proficiency in teaching at the 1-3 and 4-6 grade levels. Seminar sessions include discussions of building community in classrooms; understanding the characteristics of children, including children with disabilities; content across the curriculum; professional responsibilities; and the use of technology in elementary classrooms. The student teacher works formally and informally with the cooperating teacher at a local school and undergoes regular assessment and experiences in various ways. Applicants for this course may have no more than one course left to complete in their academic concentration and must have satisfactory scholastic background (min. Cum GPA 2.50 in concentration and education courses and overall) and meet the physical, mental, speech, language and other standards established for the profession. Applicants will be expected to show evidence of active participation in professional experiences. Students must file an application with the Chair of Education during their junior year. Prerequisites: EDUC 353 and EDUC 354 with a minimum grade of "C". Senior status required. Approval of Chair of Education. Minimum of 20 full days at grades 1-3 and 20 full days at grades 4-6. 2008-2010. Open only to students matriculated in this school.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.manhattan.edu

Phone Number:

(718) 862-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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