Purpose of Class
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The purpose of the Orientation to Teaching class is to promote and enhance a positive image of the Teaching Profession.  The Teacher's Orientation class is one of a series of specialized educational courses that students will take to expose them to teaching and related educational careers. 

Students in the class receive both theoretical and applicable ("hands-on") experience, as they are introduced to introductory educational concepts and principles.  Students will be exposed to such concepts as the following:

  • The Beauty of Teaching
  • The History of Teaching
  • Educational Careers
  • Educational Law and Diversity
  • Curriculum & Instruction
  • Lesson Planning
  • Blooms Taxonomy
  • Learning Styles
  • Instructional Strategies that Work
  • Assessment Tools
  • Instructional Technology
  • Educational Salaries
  • Post-secondary requirements for Education Majors
  • Expert Education Guest Speakers