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Certificate of Completion in Teaching

Mission

The mission of the College of the Marshall Islands Education Department is to prepare knowledgeable, resourceful teachers capable of creating classroom environments in which students engage in meaningful learning experiences that build a foundation for lifelong learning.

(Approved by BoR August 22, 2018)

Purpose of the Program & Content

The purpose of the CCT is to provide classroom experience following the completion of the ASEE or AA degree prior to becoming a full-time classroom teacher.

The content of the Teaching Practicum involves working for one semester with a Cooperating Teacher in a classroom under the supervision of an Education Department faculty four days per week. Students spend one day per week in a seminar with other CCT students and the Practicum Coordinator in order to discuss issues and make progress in regard to academic preparation as potential teachers.

Courses Offered

12 Credits
EDU 296 – Teaching Practicum

Prerequisites:
Completion of ASEE degree or Education
Faculty approval & acceptance into Certificate of Completion in Teaching Program

Designed to provide pre-service and in-service teachers with an authentic teaching experience in a local classroom. The course includes a minimum of six hours field experience per day four days a week for 12 weeks in a public or private school, participation in a two-week workshop prior to placement in a school, two-week post-practicum activities, weekly seminars and meeting with a CMI faculty supervisor.
EDU 296 Course Outline 08052021

Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Apply classroom appropriate classroom teaching and management methods to promote a positive learning environment
  2. Develop and promote elementary students’ critical thinking skills.
  3. Create and present lessons consistent with MOE school curriculum standards.
  4. Identify cognitive and affective needs of elementary students and respond appropriately.
  5. Practice self-reflection and professionalism.

2019 Program Sheet

Sequence of Courses for Certificate of Completion in Teaching

First Semester Second Semester
EDU 210 - Introduction to Teaching (3)
EDU 296 - Teaching Practicum (12)
EDU 211 - Classroom Teaching Methods & Strategies (3)
EDU 241 - Classroom Management (3)
ENG 211 - Children’s Literature (3)