This seminar engages a community of students in the study of teaching in all its dimensions. Weekly reflection sessions allow students to explore the role of the teacher, the nuances of classroom interactions, individual and group learning, and building pedagogical relationships with students to support their academic, social, emotional, and identity strengths and needs. Careful examination of curriculum materials and classroom practice in specific teaching fields is included, as are methods for promoting student engagement and social justice in education. Students also learn about teacher research and the process of gathering data and acting to improve learning.

Units: 1

Max Enrollment: 15

Prerequisites: EDUC 300 or EDUC 304, or permission of the instructor.

Instructor: Rubin

Distribution Requirements: SBA - Social and Behavioral Analysis

Typical Periods Offered: Spring

Semesters Offered this Academic Year: Spring

Notes: Open to students seeking substantial observation and teaching experience in a school, mandatory for students seeking teacher certification; students should contact the instructor either before or soon after registration to plan their field placement.