EDUC 4020 - Opening of School Experience: SPED

(0) Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the Educator Preparation Program and satisfactory completion of the following courses: SPED 3100, SPED 3300, SPED 3500, READ 3200, READ 3600, READ 3800
The opening of school experience is designed to provide practical hands-on experiences in the school and classroom setting during the initial days of the school year. This course is a two week, full-time experience in an elementary, middle or high school that consists of five days of pre-planning and at least the first three days of school. Candidates will assist a teacher in preparing for the opening of school and will observe and reflect on how the teacher establishes the classroom climate and routines during the early days of school.