ECED 275 — Student Teaching Practicum II*
Early Childhood Program Elective* ................................................................................... 3 credits Total Credits Required for Degree: 63 credits *To receive d epartmental credit students must receive a grade of C or better in all Early Childhood Education courses. Students must successfully complete each of the practicums within two attempts per course in order to fulfill program requirements. Education The Associate of Science in Education degree program is designed to prepare pre -service teachers with the necessary knowledge and skills for employment and/or future study in the field of K -12 education. Successful graduates experience field work in public school classrooms in each education course taken as a way to connect theory into actual practice. Topics th at are covered, beyond core requirements, seek to address the theories of how human beings learn, the compelling issues related to American education, the developmental stages of literacy acquisition from birth to grade 12, and an in depth overview on issu es related to Special Education law and students with special needs. Graduates of the program are eligible for certification as Education Technician II with the designation as “highly qualified”. Upon completion of the Education program, graduates will be able to: Demonstrate an understanding of human development, group dynamics, organizational structure, how public schools are organized, and how national policy is set. Demonstrate