Student Teaching in Adolescent Special Education Classroom

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Students will develop their teaching skills through working with adolescents with diverse learning needs in adolescent settings, integrating theories of development, learning, collaboration, language and literacy acquisition, curriculum development, using technology, assessment and differentiating instruction in their discipline with actual teaching practice. During this semester-long experience, students will assume increasing responsibility for the classroom environment and design and management of the curriculum, reflecting regularly on all aspects of their teaching. Students will link with and learn the practice of a special education professional. This course requires mandatory seminar attendance. Restrictions/Requirements: Completion of 24-30 credits within major.