EDF 1005 - Introduction to Education Profession

Credit Hours: 3.0
Prerequisite(s): ENC1101 with C
Corequisite(s): None
This course provides an overview of Floridas educator certification pathways and career options in education in accordance with Florida Statutes. Topics include: key educational philosophies; professional ethics; legal responsibilities, including mandatory reporting for child abuse and neglect; the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices (FEAP); key instructional practices associated with effective teaching of students with exceptionalities; Floridas state academic standards; and historical, legal and financial foundations of the Florida education systems. Students will explore effective teaching strategies in classroom management, educational technology and the foundations of all student learning needs. Includes a minimum of 15 hours of required clinical experience in a variety of school settings.
Parallel: College Transfer (A.A. and A.S)