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  • Practicum Teacher Spotlight: Physical Education

    Prior to beginning student teaching, each McKay Student takes part in Practicum. Physical Education Students complete their practicums in either the Nebo, Jordan, Wasatch, Alpine, or Depending on which grade you teach, you will have a different Practicum teacher. He is in charge of all students completing their High School Practicum. Work as a Practicum Teacher "The work I do as a practicum teacher is setting up the placements (schools

  • Practicum Professor Spotlight: Special Education

    Practicum correlates with classes taken during this time so it is the perfect time to practice what you Shauna Raby is a professor at BYU who teaches one of the practicum classes. What is practicum, and why is it important? "The structure of the SpEd practicum is a little different. What is your best advice for practicum students?

  • Practicum Professor Spotlight: Elementary Education

    Elementary Education Students complete their two practicums (one practicum in grades K-3 and another Depending on which district you choose, you will have a different Practicum teacher. She shared some awesome insights into Practicum and what a day in the life looks like. Work as a Practicum Teacher "Working with practicum students is awesome because the students are so excited Before practicum starts, I'm busy working with students on campus.

  • What is Practicum?

    The first practicum places you in grades kindergarten through third grade. In the second practicum you work with grades four through six. Practicum was a great stepping stone to my internship." The day you start the Special Education major, you start your practicum. Then, we have to conduct the assessment in our practicum setting."

  • Practicum Professor Spotlight: Early Childhood

    All majors in the McKay School of Education have at least two semesters of practicum. Think of practicum as practice! We recently spoke with Professor Dorie Haws about her experiences as a Practicum teacher. The practicum students start off with a couple of centers they plan and implement. What is your favorite thing about being a practicum teacher?

  • FAQ: What is Practicum?

    At the McKay school, you have probably heard the word 'Practicum' in classes or conversations with peers Especially since practicum is a requirement to complete your degree, many students are curious about what exactly practicum entails and their responsibilities as a practicum student. Along with a few assignments, practicum is practice! We made a video that answers some frequently asked questions about practicum.

  • Practicum Perspective: Early Childhood Education

    I got to know a little bit more about the Early Childhood Practicum, thanks to Mirium. She said, “There are two semesters of practicum. There will also be a student teacher who has done her practicum and Is currently doing their student Overall, Miriam says her favorite thing about being in practicum is being with the kids. If you want to learn more about practicums, check out our other blog all about it, here!

  • Practicum Perspective: Elementary Education

    I am an Elementary Education major, and I just finished my second practicum in the general ed classroom I absolutely loved my practicum experience because it provided authentic experiences in a modern-day The best part of practicum was the students I met and the relationships I was able to build with them Some important things I learned from practicum were: the power of positive reinforcement, the importance Practicum is preparation!

  • Practicum Perspectives: Special Education Severe Emphasis

    We interviewed a student currently in practicum to give you more insight into practicum! Severe student, Alexa Allen: What does a typical day at practicum look like for you? What is your favorite part of the practicum experience? Once you get into practicum, do not be afraid to ask questions! Do you have more questions regarding practicum or the major?

  • Practicum Perspectives: Special Education Mild/Moderate

    The experience gained in practicum is invaluable and students tend to call it the highlight of their Let's take a look at what these two Special Education Mild/Moderate majors have to say about practicum Mild/Moderate students, Katie and McKenna: What does a typical day at practicum look like for you? What is your favorite part of the practicum experience? Have a few more questions about practicum major? Wanting to learn more about the major?

  • Special Education Practicum: What's it really like?

    Are you nervous about starting practicum? Are you unsure of what to expect? So was I! Since my first day of classes this semester, my view on practicum has shifted drastically. But first, what is practicum? On the first day of class, I received my practicum assignment and my practicum partners. My practicum mentor teacher quickly made us aware.

  • Experiential Learning in the McKay School

    We call these experiences "practicum experiences." Just remember that practicum = practice! We asked some current McKay School students about their favorite memories from practicum and this is Annie Jacobsen, BYU Preschool, ECE "I absolutely loved being in practicum this last semester! My favorite memory from practicum was doing brain breaks with the students every day. After practicum, you start student teaching.

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