EXPR 423

The course offers teacher candidates the opportunity to engage in a formal, but time-limited, field experience opportunity paired with collaborating teachers/mentors in adult learning, or community based settings. Experiences are structured around the organization and administration of the educational setting, teaching and learning, Indigenous and cross-cultural education, and working with students/clients with exceptionalities. The field experience is also intended to build relationships and networks of support for teacher candidates who are interested in working in these unique contexts. This six-week field experience for teacher candidates who are enrolled in any of the undergraduate Bachelor of Education program routes involves directed observation, peer reflection, and teaching opportunities in an adult learning or community based setting. The course is designed to include learning experiences focused on the organization of educational services and professionalism; teaching and learning; Indigenous and cross-cultural education; and, working with students/clients with exceptionalities.