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- Multiple Locations
- Various Dates
- No language prerequisite
- Sophomores, juniors, and seniors
- Hostels
- Sponsored by University of Minnesota — Morris
Description
This practicum, available for two or three weeks, offers the opportunity for prospective teachers to complete an initial school placement, understand education and teaching from the educator's perspective, learn about curriculum as implemented in another society, experience the joy of guiding learning, and consider teaching as a career.
Curriculum
All courses demonstrate application of approaches to teaching and learning in the elementary grades under the guidance of a cooperating teacher and a University supervisor. Typical credits: 2 credits for two-week placement, 3 credits for three-week placement.
Estimated Cost
Students from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities participating on University of Minnesota-Morris programs are charged a program fee. The fee for this program can be used to assist in estimating cost and is available by contacting the University of Minnesota-Morris Center for International Program office. Airfare, accommodation, local travel, sightseeing, and personal expenses are additional. See Financial Planning to find out more about comparing costs.
Eligibility and Application
Open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors in the Foundations of Education major with a 2.5 GPA. The application deadline is March 1. All applications must be approved by the Learning Abroad Center.
Academic Fit with a University of Minnesota Degree Plan
With good academic planning this program can fit well into
the degree plans for many majors. Search for courses that fulfill Liberal Education
Requirements or submit a course you want to take for review.
Study Abroad
in Your Major advising sheets explain why study abroad is important for a
major, indicate what the department wants students to consider when selecting
a program, and provide academic planning hints. This program may appear as a special
recommendation on an advising sheet. If your major is not listed, talk to an adviser—this
program may still fit your academic, career, and professional goals.
The practicum is designed for Foundations of Education majors. Students are urged to choose the 3 credit, three week option.
Financial
Aid & Scholarships
Most financial
aid may be applied to study abroad. In addition, University of Minnesota students
are eligible for more than $500,000 in study
abroad scholarships. Visit the financial
resources web page for additional information on using financial aid and scholarships
for study abroad.
Program Contact
For further information or questions about studying
abroad as a University of Minnesota student, please call 612.626.9000 or 888.700.8636,
email UMabroad@umn.edu or visit our online
staff directory.
For specific program questions, contact the program directly.
More Information
To apply, go here or for more information
on this program, visit UMN-Morris' program
website.
Last modified on November 21, 2008 |