EDC 490 - Capstone Internship: Elementary (BA)

320 Contact Hours, 6 Credits
0 lecture periods 0 lab periods

Traditional Student Teaching for Bachelor’s degree candidates in an elementary classroom with a certified teacher. Includes clinical application of essential teaching skills in elementary classroom management, assessment, planning, instruction, communication, collaboration, education laws, and ethical practice.

Information: Admission to the Bachelor’s Degree in Education program and Capstone readiness approval are required before enrolling in this course. This course serves as the capstone for the Bachelor’s degree in elementary education. A grade of B or higher is a Program requirement for this course. Requires 8 weeks (320 hours) of supervised internship work experience.

Course Learning Outcomes

Evaluate the elementary classroom learning environment.
Apply knowledge of learner development and individual differences.
Create developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
Analyze assessment data to guide decision making.
Utilize effective strategies and tools to engage elementary learners.
Demonstrate effective communication and collaboration.
Exhibit professional and ethical conduct in the elementary classroom.

Outline:

The Learning Environment
Learner Development and Differences
Standards and Goals
Assessment and Data Analysis
Planning and Instruction
Communication and Collaboration
Professional Learning and Ethical Practice