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What to Expect in Elementary Education

• Coursework as early as the Freshman year provides opportunities to begin observations in the field.

• Fieldwork at the Sophomore level allows for one-on-one time with a student implementing Response to Intervention strategies.

• Fieldwork at the Junior/Senior level provides opportunities in grades 1-6 learning settings. Candidate choice is present through varied grade levels and diverse settings.

• Junior and Senior level field placements are evaluated through the Danielson Framework, a common evaluation tool for practicing teachers.

• Senior level field placement is completed through a year-long internship model. This strengthens the collaboration and partnership between candidate and cooperating teacher.

• Education Seminar during Student Teaching placement allows candidates to learn about critical educational topics, gain interviewing skills, and garner peer mentoring and support.

• Program Directors maintain continuous connections with administrators and accomplished teachers to create high-quality field placements.

After four years, students can graduate, be licensed to teach in the elementary teaching setting, grades 1-6.

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