CHLD 100 - Introduction to Education and Teaching Grades K-12

    Recent Professors
    Sheila Mateo, Charity James
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course is an introductory course for students wishing to explore the teaching profession in the K-12 setting. Topics include an introduction to teacher performance expectations and California Standards for the teaching profession. Other topics include pedagogical strategies, curriculum design, California subject matter standards, use of technology in today's classroom and the importance of current issues and legislation. In addition, students are REQUIRED to observe 45 hours in a PUBLIC ELEMENTARY CLASSROOM to complete the course successfully.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 8:20am–9:45am