GED 7885 - Elementary Student Teaching K-6

Elementary student teaching provides preservice educators with experiences to connect theory and practice in the context of a K-12 classroom; instructional planning; and implementation in an assigned learning environment. Preservice teachers’ responsibilities include; longterm planning, implementation of an integrated curriculum, the facilitation of small- and large-group learning, and the development of assessment systems that support the Minnesota graduation standards for K-12 students.

Notes
Students must attend a student teaching intake session, which takes place in the fall semester. Contact your advisor or the Director of Field and Student Teaching Experiences, for scheduling information.

Attendance at weekly seminar is required (no credit). Refer to course description for Student Teaching Seminar.

Credits: 6 credits
Open only to preservice teachers who have adequate preparation in subject matter; have demonstrated proficiency with regard to the program and Minnesota’s Standards for Effective Practice for Beginning Teachers; have met all program requirements; and, have evidenced fitness for entering the teaching profession. This is graduate level student teaching with graduate level exceptions.
Prerequisite: Formal acceptance in the MAT teacher education program; successful completion of content area and education course requirements; and, successful presentation and evaluation of your Professional Teaching Portfolio.