EDU 495A - Capstone: Alternative Practicum and Seminar in Education

3 CR

This course is an alternative capstone experience for students in the Education majors who choose not to seek teacher certification and takes the place of the student teaching experience. Students will develop and implement an approved course of study to include the following components: practicum, research review; application of research to practice; reflection; paper; and presentation. Students will draw upon academic and professional course work and resources, examine and reflect on their understanding about teaching and learning, apply integrated educational skills and knowledge in approved settings, and develop projects (including paper and presentation) that synthesize academic and professional experiences.

Student teaching is 12 credits. If students elect to take the capstone in lieu of student teaching, they will have to also enroll in additional courses to total 12 credits, if needed, for graduation.

Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.