Clinical Practice II

This is the second course in a two-semester sequence that involves an intensive field-based teaching assignment for senior level students. Based upon the certification area participants will be involved in an internship for two semesters in an appropriate cooperating school setting. An additional internship setting will be required for students seeking certification in more than one area. 1. Early Childhood - 3 Areas: Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, and Grades 1 to 2 2. Childhood - 2 Areas: Grades 1 to 3 and Grades 4 to 6. Special education majors will intern in a regular elementary classroom for one semester; the other term, they will intern in a special education classroom. Interns will be involved in a variety of experiences to enhance computer and technology literacy, an understanding of students with multicultural backgrounds, and the development of skills to address diverse student needs, including the exceptional learner and those with developmental disabilities. The internship will consist of on site supervision for 3 full days or a minimum of 150 hours each semester.

Fall, Spring

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