Introduction/Orientation to Teaching
Course Number:
EDUC 201
Course Credits:
5.00
Course Description:
Designed as a course for the student interested in a teaching career. Examines the qualities of good teachers, basic teaching skills, the rewards and responsibilities of teaching, the history and philosophy of teaching, and current innovations in teaching. 5 lecture hours. Satisfies specified elective requirement for the AA degree.
Course Prerequisites:
Recommended Preparation: ENGL 095 or placement in ENGL&101; READ 090 or placement in college level reading or instructor permission .
Course Outcomes:
- Identify the professional roles, skills, and educational requirements of teachers
- Demonstrate understanding of the theoretical principles and research in learning, motivation, and development and their implications for educational practice.
- Demonstrate understanding of the development of the education systems in the United States (history of education, law of education, finance of education, current issues).
- Demonstrate understanding and application of curricula, standards, and assessment