EST 695

Practicum in Teacher Leadership

This capstone course is an opportunity for candidates to demonstrate that they have achieved the goals for learning established for the ODE Teacher Leadership endorsement. This course involves structured field experiences designed to prepare those seeking the endorsement for non-administrative leadership roles in schools and districts and stresses practical application of methods and theory from prior courses with emphasis on the various roles of a teacher leader. Candidates formulate a personal philosophy of teacher leadership while working under the direction of both a mentor and a university supervisor. They will create a portfolio to highlight their leadership journey and prepare it for submission to the appropriate review and credentialing authorities.

Units: 3.0