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 culturally diverse Kindergarten‐Grade 6 classroom is included. 2 hrs. lect.; 2 hrs. lab. Prerequisite: Overall minimum cumulative average of 2.00, PSY 200 with a grade of C or better, recommendations from two SUNY Ulster instructors, and required fingerprinting. Permission of the instructor is required. Spring NOTE: Students must have time available in their academic schedules to spend a minimum of 2 hours per week in a culturally diverse K‐grade 6 classroom between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. (Transportation arrangements are each student’s responsibility.) School field placements are set up by the College.