CDEV255 — Child Development Internship & Seminar
CDEV 255 - Child Development Internship & Seminar CDEV 255 - Child Development Internship & Seminar Lecture: 1.5 Lab: 8 In this capstone course, students will integrate their knowledge of early childhood theories, developmentally and culturally appropriate practices within an early childhood program or public school placement. Students are mentored in their continued professional competence by a course instructor and a designated supervising mentor teacher. The student will complete a minimum of 120 practicum hours which culminate in the planning and implementation of a lead teaching week. Students will also meet regularly in seminar for discussion and reflection of their practical experience. Discussion topics will include curriculum development, guidance strategies, individualizing pedagogy, ethical guidelines and professional responsibilities. Students will apply for practicum during the semester prior in order to be placed by the program coordinator in an appropriate licensed child care, Head Start or public school preschool program which meets their career goals including transfer. Is course repeatable for credit? No Variable Hour Exist No Mode of Delivery Traditional Is this a Human Relations/Diversity Course? No Is this an International Course? No Semesters all, Spring, Summer
Prerequisites: CDEV101, CDEV201, CDEV215, CDEV220, CDEV230