ALUMNA
Spotlight
A SAMPLING OF COURSES AND ELECTIVES IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
Assessment for Reading Instruction
Curriculum Principles and Practices
Creative Development in Elementary Education
Educational Psychology Instruction of Reading
Integrating Technology and Digital Learning in the Classroom
Internship I and II : Elementary Education
Materials for Teaching Reading
Methods of Teaching English Language Arts and Social Studies in Elementary Education
Methods of Teaching STEM Principles of Special Education
Processes and Acquisition of Reading
MEGAN DONOVAN ‘ 16
Teacher , Baltimore County Public Schools
For Megan , the devotion of the School of Education drew her to Stevenson . “ My favorite thing about being an elementary education
major is the dedication of the education professors , the sense of community within the major , and the friendships I have made with my peers .”
SU ’ s distinctive Career Architecture SM process also appealed to Megan . “ I love the great reputation Stevenson has with employers in the education
The field study component of the program enables elementary education majors to translate theory into practice in a school environment . During the second year , candidates spend one morning each week observing and participating with elementary school children at the individual , small group , and classroom levels . In the third year , candidates spend one full day each week in a field experience . During the fourth year , candidates complete a year-long internship in a Professional Development School . Candidates spend two days a week in the fall semester and five days a week during the spring semester immersed in the internship experience . Under the guidance of a professional teacher , each candidate assumes all of the roles and responsibilities of a classroom teacher . community . SU is very career-focused and prepares students to graduate confident in their field of work .”
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