Introduction to Teaching: Career Awareness KCKCC

Credit Type:  ELECTIVE
High School Credit:  1.0
College Credit:  Yes
College Credits Earned:  3
Grade Level:  contact your counselor for more information
Other Information:  K-STEP Up program
Description:  The goal of the course is to increase awareness of self in relation to the roles of teachers and other K-12 teaching professionals.  Career opportunities in education are considered, with an emphasis on what it means to be a professional teacher in today’s high stakes environment of education.  This course provides a well-rounded view of the teaching profession.  Field experience is an important component of the course.  It consists of twelve practical observation hours at school elementary, middle and secondary levels.  These practicum hours may also include interactions with practicing school professionals.  Discussion in the course will attempt to connect the foundations of education to field experience.  Pre-requisites:  Accuplacer Reading score 240+