EDUC 201 - Introduction to Teaching

This course is an initial course for prospective teacher education students. It is an orientation to the teaching profession as a career choice. Current topics are explored that include: researched-based findings about effective teacher qualities, multicultural issues, state and district curriculum standards, and basic student needs. Information concerning admission to the Teacher Education Program and for completing requirements for North Carolina teacher license are discussed. The course provides an introduction to the Conceptual Framework at Chowan University, and to the School of Education Handbook. This course is required of all prospective teacher education candidates before taking other courses. Twelve (12) hours of field-based observations required. TaskStream enrollment required.

Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing
Credits: 3 hours