ECE 299R

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Prek-K Practicum

Teacher Education David O. McKay School of Education

Course Description

Initial field experience designed to give students opportunities to interact with children (prek-k) and apply skills and knowledge acquired in program courses including developmentally appropriate teaching strategies that meet children's individual learning needs.

When Taught

Fall and Winter

Min

2

Fixed/Max

2

Fixed

0

Fixed

8

Other Prerequisites

Fingerprint/Background Check

Recommended

Concurrent enrollment in ECE 330, ECE 333, ECE 336, IP&T 370

Title

Reflective Practice

Learning Outcome

Observe and reflect with the intent to improve practice.

Title

Child Guidance

Learning Outcome

Use child guidance strategies to effectively support children's learning.

Title

Learner Development

Learning Outcome

Apply knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices to support children's development and learning.

Title

Professionalism

Learning Outcome

Demonstrate appropriate professional behaviors and dispositions (e.g., dress and grooming, attendance and punctuality, positive interactions with mentors, peers, parents, and children, and commitment to the profession).

Title

Nurturing Pedagogy

Learning Outcome

Design and provide developmentally appropriate instruction and assessment in small and whole group settings.