CD M12 - Early Childhood Education Teaching Practicum

    Recent Professors
    Cynthia Sheaks
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024
    Class Size
    3–20 students
    Credits
    2
    Prerequisite
    CD M04 and CD M04L and CD M02 and CD M03 and CD M11 and CD M14
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of CD M12
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Provides opportunities for student teachers to demonstrate developmentally appropriate early childhood program planning and teaching competencies under the supervision of ECE/CD faculty and other qualified early education professionals. Utilizes practical classroom experiences to make connections between theory and practice, develop professional behaviors, and build a comprehensive understanding of children and families. Emphasizes reflective practice as student teachers design, implement, and evaluate approaches, strategies, and techniques that promote development and learning. Explores career pathways, professional development, and teacher responsibilities.
    Usually Held
    Mon 4:00pm–5:50pm, Sat 11:00am–12:50pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat, Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri