EDU 1111 Classroom Observation K-12

This course is designed to prepare future educators with valuable insights and experiences essential for effective teaching and professional growth. Students in the Elementary Education program will gain firsthand experience in K-12 classroom settings by completing weekly classroom observations over the semester. In addition to observations, students will participate in readings, projects, and reflective activities that connect educational theory to real-world practice, fostering a deeper understanding of effective teaching. To enroll in this course, students must obtain department permission and must successfully complete and pass an FBI/BCI background check prior to registration (information will be provided by the Education Department).

Division: Liberal Arts, Communication and Social Sciences
Department: Education
Repeatable Credit: No
Offered Online: No

Prereqs: EDU 1100 and EDU 1105 and Restricted to Majors and Approval of Department and Successful completion of FBI/BCI background check 

Outcomes

  • Observe and record professionalism of the cooperating teacher and other teachers in areas such as: interactions with students, peers, administration, and parents/guardians. Follow rules of confidentiality and appropriate use of technology.
  • Interact with students in a small group or whole class setting. Develop a rapport with students.
  • Describe the use of standards, curriculum, and instructional methodologies in the classroom.
  • Identify classroom management strategies used by the cooperating teacher and its impact on student behavior and learning.
  • Recognize and evaluate the range of student needs, including those of individuals with exceptionalities, and analyze how these differences influence teaching strategies and student learning outcomes.
  • Observe the role of formative and summative assessment in the classroom and how it is used to direct instruction.

Credit Hours: 3

Classroom Hours: 3