CHESTER, Pa. – Widener University
will offer a free introductory course in education to help all interested
rising and graduating high school seniors test the waters of the teaching
profession. The ED 101 course begins July 5 and runs every Tuesday and Thursday
from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. through Aug. 11. The class gives participants the
opportunity to experience a college class with full-time Widener faculty, as
well as to meet other education students.
As an introductory course, learning
experiences will focus on the art and science of teaching and the practical
applications and responsibilities of the teaching profession today. The course
includes a field experience where students will have an opportunity to observe
teachers in classrooms.
Tuition is free for all students.
All students are responsible for the textbook along with portfolio software, if
applicable. Students who complete the course will receive three undergraduate
credits that can be used at Widener or transferred to other universities
depending on the institution.
As part of the class requirements,
students must complete 15 hours of field experience and five hours of off-campus
activities. Therefore, all students must apply for PA Criminal Record
Clearances, PA Child Abuse Clearances and FBI Fingerprinting prior to class.
Students who want to participate in
the course or have additional questions should contact Director of Certification
& Student Teaching Marcia M. Bolton at 610-499-4630 or mvbolton@mail.widener.edu.
Widener Press Release
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