Supportive Classroom Practices for Student Success

Catalog description

Pre- or Co-requisite: Admission into the Education Prepartion Program, EDU 3150 and EDU 3170 . The purpose of this course is to provide candidates, during their Level 1 internship, with group and individual behavior supports that can be used in diverse educational environments. Course content will provide both theoretical understanding and practical application of strategies aimed at creating safe, encouraging, and effective learning environments. Teacher candidates will explore their own values and beliefs as it relates to classroom discipline, and reflect on how they contribute to the overall classroom culture, climate and community. Additionally, students will work on completing Level 1 requirements and preparation for passing NCDPI statewide mandated testing requirements. This course requires 60 hours of field experience as part of a candidates Level 1 requirement.