SEC590A Student Teaching Secondary School Biological Science

Building on early field experiences, candidates implement a variety of planning models, instructional strategies, and formal and informal assessment strategies to support student learning consistent with curriculum standards. Reflective practice in light of research and mentoring by a cooperating teacher and university supervisor enhance candidate growth in professional decision-making and interaction with students, parents, other professionals, and the community. School-based and seminar experiences result in candidates advancing their understanding of environments that encourage a community of all learners and collegial relationships in the school. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the MAT Secondary Education Program; RLR540, EPS511, CIL505, SPE500; grade of B or better in SEC502 and SEC510. 6 semester hours