A pre-Capstone Clinical program, in which the student observes the classroom teacher, tutors individual children, supervises and teaches children in small and large group settings, and assists the teacher in appropriate teaching/ learning experiences in grades Pre-K to 4. In addition to the classroom experience, the student will demonstrate proficiency of planning, writing, and implementing lesson plans and develop skills in classroom organization and management techniques. A focus on the Pennsylvania Academic Standards in health, safety and physical education will also be emphasized. Prerequisites: Unconditional acceptance into the Education Department is required.
EDEC 473