This course addresses teaching methods, learning styles, classroom management, discipline management, instructional strategies, and the learning environment in elementary and secondary grades (EC-12). Students also learn how to deal with school/home and school/community communication. This course serves to confirm that the student has adequate knowledge and skills to enter student teaching. Opportunity for field experience in all grades is included. Prerequisites: Junior standing, documentation of passing THEA scores, and acceptance in the Teacher Education Program.