The Education Profession

Catalog description

An introduction to the social and historical context of the teaching profession, current issues, and requirements for teacher licensure. Focus is on 1) Historical context for American education; 2) Cultural diversity overview; 3) Twenty-first century skills; 4) Stages of teacher preparation and development including dispositional requirements; 5) School and curricular models; 6) Foundations of classroom practice; 7) Laws and ethics. Fifteen (15) hours built-in field experience required. All students must complete FBI/BCI clearances and have an active Pre-Service Permit. Prerequisite: declared major in an Ohio licensure-seeking program. (Fee: $159)