EDE 4943 - Integrated Mathematics and Science Practicum

College of Education

Credit(s): 1
Contact Hours: 15
Effective Term Spring 2026 (660)

Requisites

((Admission to Elementary Education (K-6) with Infused ESOL & Reading Endorsements (Bachelor of Science) (ELEDR-BS) and
Prerequisite EDG 3620 with a minimum grade of C) or
(Admission to Exceptional Student Education (K-12) with Infused ESOL & Reading Endorsements (Bachelor of Science) (ESEDR-BS) and
Prerequisite EEX 3012 with a minimum grade of C and
Prerequisite EEX 3241 with a minimum grade of C)
) and
Pre- or Co-requisite EDE 4304 with a minimum grade of C and
Successful completion of all sections of the General Knowledge Exam.

Course Description

This course is designed to give practical experience to students through school-based experiences in public school classrooms. Students work directly with elementary classroom teachers and have an opportunity to teach both large and small group activities, particularly Math and Science. This course is designed to develop competencies relative to program planning, instruction, daily scheduling, record keeping, evaluation, and classroom management, reporting to parents, professional organizations, and teacher ethics. Students spend a minimum of sixty (60) school-based hours (SBH) in the elementary classroom.

Course Topics

Practicum
 

Integrated Mathematics and Science Practicum- 1 cr

Field Experience
 

Integrated Mathematics and Science Elementary (K-6) Field Experience: EPI- 1cr

Learning Outcomes and Objectives

  1. The teacher candidate will compare the relationships between the campus-based instruction (Integrated Mathematics and Science) and school-based experiences by:
    1. using reflective analysis of school-based experiences in Integrated Mathematics and Science assignments.
    2. synthesizing theoretical knowledge gained from Integrated Mathematics and Science and the practical knowledge gained from participating in school-based experiences to create and implement original, coherent instruction.
    3. using materials and technology to develop significant learning outcomes for students.
  2. The teacher candidate will practice effective communication techniques with the classroom teachers and others in the school environment by:
    1. respecting the protocols of the school and classroom.
    2. engaging in effective professional dialogue with students (including ESOL and special needs populations), classroom teacher and college supervisor.
    3. showing respect and rapport with students and their families.
    4. managing individuals and groups to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.
  3. The teacher candidate will apply the professional work ethic expected of teachers by:
    1. showing expected professional employability skills (e.g., promptness, proper attire, dependability, etc.).
    2. preparing for and managing instructional and non-instructional duties.
    3. maintaining accurate records as required, and keeping student information confidential.
    4. adhering to the code of ethics and principles of professional conduct.

Criteria Performance Standard

Upon successful completion of the course, the student will, with a minimum of 75% accuracy, demonstrate mastery of each of the above stated objectives through classroom measures developed by individual course instructors.

History of Changes

C&I 4/9/02, BOT 5/14/02, Eff 20021. C&I 5/23/06, BOT 6/20/06, Eff 20061(0370) added topic 2; also 2005 3 year review. C&I 11/14/06, BOT 12/19/06, Effective 20062(0375). C&I 11/13/07, BOT 12/17/07, Eff 20081(0400). C&I 5/27/08, BOT 7/15/08, Eff 20081(0400) (cr hr chg). C&I 11/23/2009, BOT 1/19/2010, Eff 20092 C&I 4/13/2010, BOT 5/18/2010, Effective 20093(0425). C&I 10/12/2010, BOT 11/16/2010, Effective 20102(0435). C&I 1/20/2012, BOT 2/21/2012 Effective 20121(0460). C&I Approval: 11/30/2012, BOT Approval: 01/15/2013, Effective Term: Fall 2013 (475). C&I Approval: 11/21/2014, BOT Approval: 02/17/2015, Effective Term: Fall 2015 (505).
C&I Approval: 06/30/2025, BOT Approval: , Effective Term: Spring 2026 (660)

Related Programs

  1. Elementary Education (K-6) with Infused ESOL & Reading Endorsements (ELEDR-BS) (660) (Active)
  2. Elementary Education (K-6) with Reading Endorsement Apprenticeship (ELEDRA-BS) (660) (Active)
  3. Exceptional Student Education (K-12) with Infused ESOL & Reading Endorsements (ESEDR-BS) (660) (Active)
  4. Exceptional Student Education (K-12) with Reading Endorsement Apprenticeship (ESEDRA-BS) (660) (Active)