EDU 290A - Internship I

2 Credits, 10 Contact Hours
0 lecture periods 10 lab periods

Overview of the student teaching experience, Teacher Preparation Program (TPP) Internship. Includes initial discussion, observation, assessing the learning environments, evaluating educational resources, long and short-term planning, mid-term evaluation, curriculum development and implementation; and accommodation to individual needs. Also includes assessments, parent and community collaboration, portfolio completion, teamwork, and professional development and evaluation.

Information: This course requires admission to the Post Degree Teacher Certification Program and TPP Internship and Education department approval before enrolling in this course. EDU 290A, EDU 290B, EDU 290C and EDU 290D together constitute EDU 290.

Course Learning Outcomes

Create and utilize effective instructional plans that incorporate National, State and local school district standards. (Arizona’s Professional Teacher Standards: 1.- 9)
Explore and apply multiple learning and teaching styles in lesson planning and evaluation. (Arizona’s Professional Teacher Standards: 8.1-8.13)
Plan and deliver a variety of lessons that address the needs of diverse learners. (Arizona’s Professional Standards: 1- 9)
Utilize reflective teaching strategies to evaluate, enhance, and improve teaching skills. (Arizona’s Professional Teacher Standards: 8.1-8.13)

Outline:

Preparing Your Classroom for Success
1. Classroom management
2. Evaluating your classroom
3. Curricular materials
4. Student file review
5. Classroom organization
Preparing Your Classroom for Success Continued
1. First day of school
2. Student orientation
3. Setting the social environment
4. Family and community
5. Student special needs
Identifying and Implementing Methodology
1. Pre-testing student skills
2. Effective instruction
Identifying and Implementing Methodology Continued
1. Lesson planning
2. Brain research on learning
3. Student motivation
4. Goal setting

Effective Term:
Fall 2015