EDUC 640A - Independent Teaching I: Multiple Subjects

3 Units
This seminar course is the first of three courses that provide support for candidates enrolled in the intern program. Students participate in an every-other week seminar alongside part-time students completing their early field experience. Seminar topics include: investigation of the school and neighborhood, the impact of social class on educational achievement and lesson planning. Interns are supported by site-based teachers, who serve as support providers, as well as by university mentors, who coach and evaluate them throughout the semester. Successful completion of the requirements of EDUC 640A is prerequisite to enrollment in EDUC 640B.
May not be audited; Graded CR/NC; Students may take up to 3 semesters to complete the course.