ELE 999 Comp Exam El Ed

The comprehensive examination is one of the final evaluation components for teacher candidates pursuing a Master's in Childhood Education or Childhood Education/Special Education Grades 1-6. The examination is an open-book, on-demand writing assessment through which candidates may be asked to demonstrate understanding of the relationships between educational theory and practice; ability to apply models of teaching to classroom situations; knowledge and function of 'best practices' and instructional strategies; and understanding of the interrelationships between development, social-emotional well-being, culture, philosophical vision and societal influences on the teaching, learning, and assessment processes. Childhood Education candidates register concurrently with EDU 590; Childhood Education/Special Education candidates register concurrently with SED 590. Pass/Fail. Prerequisite or co-requisite: completion (or concurrent completion) of all course work except student teaching, student teaching seminar, and portfolio. Open to Saint Rose majors only. Fall, Spring, Summer. (0 credits)