05-240 Foundations of Instruction

This course is designed to provide an overview of the nature of the teaching profession, including the purpose, organization, curriculum alignment and standards in American public school education. Professional dispositions, reflective practice and critical thinking skills will be emphasized. Candidates will collaborate with mentor teachers, observe student/teacher interactions and behavioral issues and demonstrate an overall awareness of the classroom environment.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Submit evidence of a passing score on the Illinois Licensure Testing System (ILTS) Test of Academic Proficiency (400) or a minimum composite score of 22 and a minimum score of 19 on the Combined English/Language Arts Section on the ACT Plus Writing Test taken within the last ten years; 2.75 GPA; Consent of Education Advisor. It is recommended that 05-240 and 05-301 be taken concurrently.