Note: The final two semesters (Fall II and Spring II) require availability during daytime school hours.
Summer I consists of 7 hours of courses. These include coursework in principles of secondary teaching, educational psychology, and a seminar with field-based observations and teaching activities. In addition, undergraduate coursework to fulfill licensure requirements will be completed.
Fall I includes 3-6 hours consisting of theories and practices of teaching discipline specific literacies. In addition, undergraduate coursework to fulfill licensure requirements will be completed.
Spring I consists of 3 hours on differentiating instruction. Undergraduate coursework to fulfill licensure requirements will also be completed.
Summer II consists of 7 hours related to the cultural foundations of education and the role of culture in secondary school settings. Undergraduate coursework to fulfill licensure requirements will also be completed.
Fall II consists of 7-12 hours focused on teaching specific content (i.e., English, Math). All final undergraduate coursework to fulfill licensure requirements must be completed. In addition to these courses, there is a 100-hour field practicum required at a school, which is arranged by a faculty advisor and the Office of Clinical Experience (student teaching) at 91快活林. Field Practicum hours must be completed during daytime school hours.
Spring II semester consists of full-time student teaching and 3-6 hours of courses (12-15 hours total). Full-time study is required this term. During student teaching, students assume the classroom responsibilities of their mentor teacher. The mentor and the KSU student work together to discuss planning, classroom management, and professional development issues. In addition to student-teaching, students take two graduate courses: Seminar in Secondary Education and Research in Secondary Education.