EDU 201 - Introduction to Elementary Schools and Teaching 3 cr.

Students are provided with a survey of early childhood and elementary education and given an opportunity to explore possible careers in education. A field experience in a Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 6 classroom is included. 2 hrs. lect.; 2 hrs. lab. Prerequisite: PSY 200 with a grade of C or better, an overall minimum cumulative average of 2.00, recommendations from two SUNY Ulster instructors, enrollment in the Early Childhood and Childhood Education program, and required fingerprinting. Contact the Education Program Coordinator for fingerprint information. Permission of the instructor is required. Semester(s) Offered: Spring Only Note: Students must have time available in their academic schedules to spend a minimum of 2 hours per week in a the classroom (transportation arrangements are each student’s responsibility). School field placements are set up by the College.