EDPR 310 is the first of four organized school practica experiences, consisting of six half-days and two full days (27 hours) in schools. The purpose of EDPR 310 is to provide Student Teachers with an orientation to elementary schools and the opportunity to link their on-campus EDTL 310 and EDLL 310 courses with teaching experiences in the classroom. A cohort of Student Teachers will be placed in a school, and will observe in a variety of settings and classrooms. Each Student Teacher will have opportunities to teach language arts mini-lessons to either small groups or the entire class. Students will attend weekly seminars, facilitated by a UCC Faculty Advisor or Instructor, to discuss and reflect upon school experiences, and to begin developing a personal philosophy of teaching and learning.
Prerequisites: Admission to the UCC Bachelor of Education program. Criminal Record check for SD#73
(Kamloops/Thompson School District).