EDCI 4637 Student Teaching for Elementary Teachers (EC-6)
This course is designed for students seeking elementary (EC-6) teacher certification. Interns/student teachers will be placed in a state-accredited public school all day under the guidance of an experienced classroom teacher (mentor) and a university supervisor for a semester. Focus will be on the integration of pedagogical-content knowledge, development of critical reflection, and well-informed decision-making for improvement of professional practice with emphasis on the implementation of effective instruction, assessment, technology integration, and classroom management.
This course meets state requirements under 19 TAC §228. Participation is mandatory. Clinical teaching dates must follow your assigned school district’s calendar, which may not align with the UTRGV academic calendar. Participation in all required components of this course is mandatory.
Prerequisite
Admission to the College of Education Student Teaching Program.
Corequisite
Students must be concurrently enrolled in
EDCI 4320.
Offered
As scheduled