EDSS 459 - Seminar for Secondary Student Teachers

Unit(s): 4

This seminar supports student teacher candidates during their student teaching semester. The course provides opportunities for candidates to exhibit and examine their teaching competence in regard to classroom management, curricular planning, instructional strategies for diverse learners, assessment, and professional development. Candidates assemble a teaching portfolio. In addition, the weekly seminar prepares candidates for the PACT Teaching Event, a summative performance assessment of the candidate’s demonstrated ability to plan, implement, and assess a significant segment of teaching. Successful completion of the Teaching Event will be required to earn a California Preliminary Single Subject Credential.

Prerequisite(s): successful completion of all Phase I courses. Must be taken concurrently with EDSS 458.
Typically Offered Spring Only
Grading: GRD