Syllabus

Students newly admitted into secondary education program areas are introduced to the opportunities, policies and procedures, requirements and expectations, and services associated with the teacher education program at the University of Iowa. Once informed of these program elements, students are in a better position to plan and prepare for their semesters in the program. In addition to providing a general program overview (i.e., information relative to scholarship opportunities, the student teaching application process and site options, the state licensure process, and Educational Placement Office services), topics for study and discussion include reflection on students’ decision to enter the profession, the secondary school environment, factors associated with establishing and maintaining an environment conducive to teaching and learning, instructional planning, communicating with families, and professional conduct and ethics.