EDEC 410 - Practicum in Preschool of Non-Licensure Setting

Credits: (3)

Instructional Method: Three hours lecture, 20 hours a week laboratory.
Prerequisites: IDEC Major, successful completion of EDEC 322, and 2.5 or higher GPA
A clinical practicum providing experience and opportunity for application of skills working with young children in preschool settings under direct supervision through seven weeks of the semester. Students begin the experience in observation and assistance roles, and work toward assuming full teaching responsibilities. Weekly seminars focus on whole child development while facilitating self-reflection and professionalism.