Introduction to Education

Catalog description

<p><span style="font-size:11pt">This course provides an overview of Florida&rsquo;s educator certification pathways and career options in education in accordance with Florida Statutes. Topics include: key educational philosophies; professional ethics; legal responsibilities, including mandatory reporting for child abuse and neglect; the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices (FEAP); key instructional practices associated with effective teaching of students with exceptionalities; Florida&rsquo;s state academic standards; and historical, legal and financial foundations of the Florida education systems. Students will explore effective teaching strategies in classroom management, educational technology and the foundations of all student learning needs. Includes a minimum of 15 hours of required clinical experience in a variety of school settings.<strong><em>&nbsp;State Course Description</em></strong> <strong><em>(Rule 6A-5.066, F.A.C.)</em></strong> (Note: A student who has a criminal background precluding him or her from observing in a classroom will not be able to complete the field experience and will not receive credit for this course).</span></p><br><br>No Requisites Required