EAR-30 — Practicum in Early Childhood Education

Prerequisite: EAR-20 and EAR-24 and EAR-28 and EAR-42.

Description: In this course the student will practice and demonstrate developmentally appropriate early childhood program planning and teaching competencies under the supervision of ECE/CD faculty and other qualified early education professionals. Students will utilize practical classroom experiences to make connections between theory and practice, develop professional behaviors, and build a comprehensive understanding of children and families. Child centered, play-oriented approaches to teaching, learning, and assessment; and knowledge of curriculum content areas will be emphasized as student teachers design, implement and evaluate experiences that promote positive development and learning for all young children. Lab hours will be completed under the direction of a qualified master/mentor teacher. 36 hours lecture and 108 hours laboratory. (Letter grade only)