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Practicum

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According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, a practicum is a course of study designed especially for the preparation of teachers and clinicians that involves the supervised practical application of previously studied theory. The OFCE oversees multiple practicum experiences:

 

EDCI 401: Directed Observation

EDCI 420: Practica in Education (Library Science initial certification-undergraduate)

EDCI 420R: Practicum in Reading

EDCI 420M: Elementary Math Practicum

EDCI 420S/SS: Elementary Science/Social Studies Practicum 

EDCI 401- Directed Observation
Completed by secondary education candidates the term prior to student teaching. The teacher candidates complete 50 hours of observation using the journal/guided observation form for each class observed. They also teach 5 lessons as part of the experience. It is evaluated using the Evaluation of classroom Instruction (LCET) instrument.

EDCI 420M - Elementary Math Practica
The teacher candidates complete 50 hours of field experiences over the 10 week term in a PK-5 classroom . A minimum of 20 lessons are taught. It is evaluated using the Evaluation of classroom Instruction (LCET) instrument.

EDCI 420R - Elementary Reading Practica
The teacher candidates complete 80 hours of field experiences over the 10 week term in a PK-5 classroom . Two 5-week placements are developed in diverse school settings and grade levels. Candidates are always placed with one or more partners in the room for team teaching and collaborative planning opportunities. A minimum of 20 lessons are taught. It is evaluated using the Evaluation of classroom Instruction (LCET) instrument.

EDCI 420R - Elementary Science/Social Studies Practica
The teacher candidates complete 50 hours of field experiences over the 10 week term in a PK-5 classroom . When available, candidates are placed in pairs for team teaching and collaborative planning of the units. A minimum of 20 lessons are taught including at least one science unit plan and one social studies unit plan. It is evaluated using the Evaluation of classroom Instruction (LCET) instrument.

Author: La Tech OFCE
Last modified: 10/31/2013 7:51 AM (EDT)