Course Description
Eighth grade students will work alongside an experienced teacher within a classroom. Students, along with teacher assistance, will plan research-based instructional activities, implement lessons to small groups, and self-reflect on effectiveness.
Academic Standards
Vocational Studies Standards
- 2.36 Students use strategies for choosing and preparing for a career.
- 2.37 Students demonstrate skills and work habits that lead to success in future schooling and work.
- 5.4 Students use a decision-making process to make informed decisions among options.
- 1.16 Students use computers and other kinds of technology to collect, organize, and communicate information and ideas
- 8.4.1. Apply effective verbal and nonverbal communication skills to enhance health and promote healthy behaviors/relationships.
Approaches to Learning Skills
Thinking Skills
- Analyze the direct relationship of academic skills, extracurricular activities, and community experiences to career preparation through experience
- Apply their knowledge and skills in a real life context enables pre-service teachers to have authentic experiences that facilitate deep learning
Social Skills
- Interact with professionals in the field of education
- Practice empathy
- Help Others
- Effective conflict management and/or resolution strategies
Communication Skills
- Communicate with peers and teachers for a shared goal
- Use a variety of speaking techniques to communicate with a variety of audiences
- Describe ideas and knowledge with peers and teacher
Self-Management Skills
- Plan and implement a variety of lessons to individuals or small group
- Time management
- Exercise leadership and take on a variety of roles within the school
- Give and receive meaningful feedback
Research Skills
- Use technology to research instructional strategies and activities for implementation
- Collect and analyze data to improve instruction for professional growth