Teaching

Observations

The observation student typically observes classroom instruction and management. They may also assist with small group tutoring and tasks such as making copies, and/or creating bulletin boards, etc. Observation placements are usually one-to-two weeks or by a sum total of hours for a short period of time.

Practicum

This is generally completed a semester before a student teaching or internship and requires classroom interaction at least once per week. Most second or third level practicum students will assume full teaching responsibilities under the tutelage of the cooperating classroom teacher.

Student Teaching

Student teachers also referred to as pre-service teachers, typically begin their pre-service placement with observing and tutoring. They will then gradually move from teaching mini-lessons into assuming full-time classroom teaching responsibilities for the duration of the semester. All classroom interaction remains under the supervision of the cooperating teacher.