PSY 497 - Practicum in Teaching

2009-2010 Catalog Year

Students will receive supervised experience teaching introductory psychology. Requirements include attending the supervisor’s lectures, teaching a one-period discussion section, holding office hours to meet with students, and participating in a weekly seminar addressing teaching skills and methods. Students will also assist in grading papers and constructing test questions. Students will be evaluated on their teaching performance and log of teaching activities.

PREREQ: psychology or human development major, upper division standing, minimum GPA of 3.0, and instructor permission.
OFFERED: Fall
CREDIT: 3