EDUCATION
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Introduction to Elementary ClassroomTeachingDescription: This course introduces students to the concepts and issues related to teaching diverse learners in today's contemporary schools, Kindergarten through grade 12 (K-12). Topics include teaching as a profession and career, historical and philosophical foundations of the American education system, contemporary educational issues, California's content standards and frameworks, and teacher performance standards. In addition to class time, the course requires a minimum of 54 hours of structured fieldwork in public school elementary classrooms that represent California's diverse student population, and includes cooperation with at least one carefully selected and campus-approved certificated classroom teacher. 54 hours lecture, 54 hours laboratory. (Letter grade only)
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Introduction to Education StudiesDescription: An overview of the field of education and learning inside and outside of the classroom. Introduces public policy and a critical perspective on the ideological and social construction of schools in the United States. Interpretations of learning conditions through student observations and experiences in varied educational and learning contexts. 54 hours lecture. (Letter grade only)
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Introduction to LeadershipDescription: Introduces emerging student leaders to the theories and concepts of leadership that contribute to a deeper understanding of individual leadership skills. Students are encouraged to created a personal leadership framework by integrating readings and content from humanities, leadership, organizational theory, human resources management and education. Activities, exercises, and group projects will be introduced to assist students in deepening their understanding of leadership skills. (54 hours lecture)(Letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
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Education Work ExperienceDescription: Work Experience is designed to coordinate the student's on-the-job training with workplace skills designed to assist the student in developing successful professional skills. Each student will establish measurable learning objectives appropriate for their job and discipline. Students may earn up to four (4) units each semester, for a maximum of 16 units of work experience total. 60 hours of volunteer work or 75 hours of paid work during the semester are required for each unit. No more than 20 hours per week, out of the 60 or 75 requirement, may be applied toward the work requirement. The course consists of an 18 hours of orientation/professional skills development and 60 hours of volunteer work experience per unit with a maximum of 240 for four units per semester OR 75 hours of paid work experience per unit, with a maximum of 300 for four units per semester. (Letter grade or Pass/No Pass option)
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