ELEF 212 - Introduction to Teaching in Elementary Schools

Description:
Study of the teacher’s role and function in elementary schools; characteristics of good teachers; preparation for professional competencies and certification; the American public-school system; and the legal responsibilities of schools in a democratic society. Course will be offered every year. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: Valid WSP/FBI fingerprint clearance is required for this course. The clearance must appear in OSPI’s Fingerprinting Database and be valid throughout the quarter enrolled.

Credits: (3)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Articulate beliefs of the major schools of educational philosophy and psychology.
Articulate an emerging personal educational ideology including the purpose of schools, role of teachers, diversity of students, dynamics of learning, and what knowledge is worthy of learning.
Reflect and articulate personal characteristics in terms of effective teachers, analyze teaching/learning scenarios using the language of the profession.
Analyze and evaluate trends in educational history and their influences on modern educational laws and practices.
Analyze the structure of public education in WA state, legal basis, and legislative and administrative agencies involved in education.
Articulate daily expectations and routines of teachers and students through field experience including appropriate written and verbal communication, instructional decisions based on standards, learner needs, and overall management of a classroom.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
4/5/18