ELEMENTARY PRACTICUM IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION (ELR) 1 Credit Hour

Catalog description

(Repeatable for credit) This field-based practicum provides teacher candidates in physical education with approximately 30 field hours of supervised experience in an elementary school. Under the guidance of a mentor teacher, students will observe, assist, and gradually teach lessons in physical education. Emphasis is placed on planning and implementing developmentally appropriate instruction aligned with state and national standards. Aim is to transition candidates from observation to independent lesson delivery in preparation for full-time student teaching.