Course Name
EA Practicum I
Description
This course equips students as education assistants in the school system by combining theoretical concepts with hands-on experience. Students learn to observe and understand the dynamics between education assistants, classroom teachers, and students with exceptionalities. Emphasis is placed on developing competencies for education assistants within the classroom where essential skills such as observation and documentation, guiding and nurturing students, and fostering collaboration with teachers and other staff members are learned. Practicum seminars will offer students guidance and assistance during their field practice while Professional Development Plans will track students’ progress towards their practicum goals.