This course is an advanced teaching methods practicum for students admitted into the practicum phase of Wellesley’s teacher certification program. The course is designed to guide and oversee the teacher candidate’s proficiency in curriculum development, planning, and assessment throughout their full-time practicum in the classroom. The student will work with the faculty instructor and the supervising practitioner in the school placement to develop their skills in curriculum planning and assessment during the 100 hours of required lead teaching during the practicum experience.

Units: 1

Max Enrollment: 12

Prerequisites: Successful completion of EDUC 300 and permission of the instructor. Co-requisites EDUC 339 and EDUC 341.

Distribution Requirements: EC - Epistemology and Cognition

Typical Periods Offered: Spring

Semesters Offered this Academic Year: Spring

Notes: This course is open only to students admitted into the Wellesley Teacher Scholars program. Students must successfully complete EDUC 300, EDUC 398H, EDUC 399H, and the required Gateway Assessment for the Teacher Scholars Program to confirm their enrollment in EDUC 339.