COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
MLE Middle-Level Education
MLE 223 – Field Experience (Stage 2): 0 credits
The aim of the field experience program at the University of Valley Forge is to provide education students with a progression of opportunities to apply theory to practice in an authentic educational setting. The purpose of the Stage 2 (sophomore) field experience is to foster observation and reflection; however, students will participate in class activities and, under the supervision of the cooperating teacher, may assist in the everyday events of the classroom. A university supervisor will visit the student at the field site periodically to ensure that a productive experience is taking place. Students will maintain a log that documents the hours spent at the field experience.
Prerequisite: EDU 133
EDU 466 – Student Teaching: 12 credits
Practical teaching experience in area schools giving the student opportunities to practice many facets of education by working with small groups and in regular classroom assignments. Placements will be made for the student’s final semester. EDU 466 Student Teaching must be taken concurrently with EDU 471 Student Teaching Seminar. ALL academic work must be completed. A student teaching fee will be applied. Students in SPE dual certification program must be placed in an inclusive classroom and monitored by both the classroom teacher and a special education specialist.
Student Teaching Fee: $625
EDU 471 – Student Teaching Seminar: 1 credit
This seminar course will consist of small group interactions to review experiences during student teaching placements. The course will also support students in applying for PDE teaching certification, constructing a cover letter and resume, completing a professional portfolio, navigating websites for job search, writing and implementing a Teacher Work Sample, and reviewing standards of ethical behavior according to the Pennsylvania Department of Education.