COM 291: Communication Teaching Practicum
Supervised participation in instructional practices for students in communication. Provides exposure to pragmatic classroom issues and experiences in various aspects of teaching at the college level.
(Practicum 1cr. Up to 2 total) S/U credit
Pre: Permission of instructor
General Expectations
The teaching internship should reflect the interests, objectives, and goals of both the instructor and student involved. Together, the instructor and student will identify the specific weekly responsibilities necessary to earn credit. General responsibilities to consider include:- Assist instructor in classroom discussions and activities
- Participate in class lectures
- Work as a student resource – Holding limited office hours
- Assist with course management
Students will complete the application form in collaboration with the Instructor. The form outlines the agreed upon expectations and responsibilities. Applications will be kept on file by the instructor.
Upon completion of the semester's internship, the student will submit to the mentoring instructor a reflective paper. The final paper can be in the form of a journal or a comprehensive essay in which they discuss their responsibilities throughout the semester and detail what they have learned and what they are taking away from the internship experience.
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