Clinical Experience
Clinical experiences have long been recognized as a critical component of teacher education. Nova Southeastern University is committed to providing quality clinical experiences for all education majors as an integral part of pre-service training. These experiences enable pre-service educators to apply theory and effective practices in actual classrooms and acquire competencies necessary for successful teaching. Pre-service educators learn from both their successes and mistakes when supported by caring teachers in a positive, nurturing environment.
Nova Southeastern University is committed to providing quality clinical experiences for all education majors as an integral part of pre-service training. Underlying this commitment is the philosophy that clinical experiences provide a vital link between educational theory and practice. When a transfer of learning occurs from the university classroom to a real-life setting, the connection significantly contributes to the professional development of the pre-service educator. All participants are enriched by these experiences.
The Florida state legislature has mandated that all education majors in college/university teacher preparation programs participate in a planned series of clinical experiences. Clinical experiences must begin early in the program and culminate with the final internship. During these experiences, pre-service educators should be given the opportunity to demonstrate their understanding of Accomplished Practices and Subject Area Competencies. In addition, pre-service educators must be provided with guidance and feedback in the clinical setting.
All education courses at Nova Southeastern University'sUndergraduate Teacher Education Program curriculum require a ten (10) hour clinical experience component. The clinical experiences vary depending on the competencies and accomplished practices required in the course.
Contact Information
Dr. Marliese Hogan Director of Placement Services/Program Professor
Ahysa Boutron (954)262-7905
Heather Henning (954) 262-8422
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