Teacher preparation for NAU’s College of Education students
Practicum field experiences
Overview
NAU College of Education Teacher Candidates are required to participate in practicum field experiences in each of the three-to-five terms that precede their culminating student teaching semester. Over the course of these early field experiences, Teacher Candidates will progressively develop new teaching skills and assume more and more responsibilities within the classroom.
Practicum field experiences provide opportunities to observe, plan, and teach in authentic classrooms and apply information and strategies learned from methods and theory coursework. It is also an introduction to diverse classroom settings and the dynamics of the teaching profession. A Mentor Teacher and Practicum Supervisor provide support to Teacher Candidates as they develop the knowledge, skills, and dispositions expected of professional educators.
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Career Preparation Workshops
Classroom Management
Resume Writing
Practicum Handbooks – Spring 2023
ECI 308, ECI 408, ESE 308, ESE 408
ECI 608
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Overview for Practicum Supervisors
This presentation highlights the basics of practicum supervision.
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Overview for Mentor Teachers
We are excited to have you involved in practicum field experiences in the College of Education at Northern Arizona University. Your role as Mentor is integral in the development of successful Teacher Candidates. This short tutorial highlights the basics of mentoring, and will establish the groundwork of what you can expect during this experience.
Practicum Handbooks – Spring 2023
ECI 308, ECI 408, ESE 308, ESE 408
ECI 608
Supervising Practitioner Training Modules
These modules provide a foundation for mentoring and offer suggested ways to create a quality experience. Upon successful completion, you will receive a certificate for 45 units of professional development. To access the modules, please visit the Cooperating Teachers page on the Professional Education Programs (PEP) website.
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Affiliation Agreements are used to establish affiliate relationships between Northern Arizona University and other institutions (the “host”) to allow the University’s students to participate in academic credit-bearing educational experiences, such as supervised clinical or other fieldwork experiences or internship programs, at the host affiliate’s location. Affiliation Agreements define the applicable terms and conditions and the respective roles and responsibilities of each party.
PEP Standard Student Placement Agreements
(Agreements for the following programs: Student Teaching, Supervised Practicum for Teaching & Learning, Educational Specialties, and STEM Education, Supervised School Psychology Practicum, School Counseling, and Educational Leadership Internship)
Please complete this Google form when a new PEP Standard agreement is needed. This internal form should be completed by NAU personnel only.
Last updated 5/10/23. If you need immediate confirmation of a standing agreement or have a question, email COE Practicum Coordinator.
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801 S. Knoles Drive
PO Box: 5774
Flagstaff, AZ 86011-5774
Office: College of Education, Room 122
Email: COEPracticum@nau.edu
Phone: 928-523-3678
Fax: 928-523-9284