Supervised Student Field Experience

Catalog description

This course is designed for students to apply acquired knowledge and skills through supervised practicum and work experiences in early childhood education centers and programs. The course includes lectures, class meetings, and supervised field experiences weekly that promote professional growth in a real-world setting. The student will practice competencies to promote reading literacy, working with second language learners and diverse populations while addressing challenging environments to help foster the success of young children. Students will be working in a variety of environments and will either self-place in a childcare facility or be placed by the institution in a VPK associated with a district school. Observations and assessments will be obtained to help promote student growth in the field of early childhood education settings.