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Field Experiences

In partnershop with the Department of Teaching, Learning, and Culture, area teachers mentor both junior and senior level pre-service teachers.

By starting with some of the best students in Texas and adding an outstanding team of Texas A&M faculty plus the support of excellent mentors in the Brazos Valley, we know we can Always Expect More of Aggie Teachers.


 Junior II Program

  • Junior-level preservice teachers observe and assist mentors as part of their first experiences in authentic classrooms.
  • Placement description:
     - one-half day per week (8:00 - 11:00 am)
     - 12 weeks per semester
 

 Senior Methods Semester

  • Senior-level preservice teachers enhance preservice training with teaching methods courses and extended field-based experience activities.
  • Placement description:
    - two full, consecutive days per week (in schools)
    - one day on TAMU campus
    - 12 weeks per semester
 
      Student Teaching
  • Final semester of teaching program designed to transition students from preservice teachers to classroom teacher.
  • Placement description:
    - full-time, five days a week
    - 12 weeks per semester