Birdville Center of Technology & Advanced Learning

Welcome, !
 
Monday, May 20, 2013
 
 
Welcome to Education and Training! 
Class information is available on teacher class wikispaces. 
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Education and Training
 
Karen Kallas        karen.kallas@birdvilleschools.net          817-547-3886
Click on the link below for more information about Education and Training.
 
Susan Stevens     susan.stevens@birdvilleschools.net       817-547-3889
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Student Leadership Organizations
 
Texas Association of Future Educators                        Local T.A.F.E.
 
Future Educators Association                                     Local  FEA
 
Family, Career and Community                                  Local FCCLA
 
Education and Training Opportunties in Birdville ISD
 
The following courses are part of the recommended sequence of Education and Training courses.  Students may take one or more of these courses in high school.
  • Principals of Education and Training (1 credit - recommended for grades 9 - 12)
    • Students will be introduced to the various careers available in education and training.  Development of a graduation plan and exploration of the knowledge and skills needed to for a career in this area will be the focus.
  • Human Growth and Development (1 credit - recommended for grades 10 - 12)
    • This course will walk students through development across the lifespan.  Emphasis will be placed on physical, cognitive, emotional and social development.
  • Instructional Practice in Education and Training (2 credits - recommended for grades 11 and 12)
    • Students will get an opportunity to learn and practice principles of effective teaching and knowledge of early childhood education by interning at a local BISD classroom. 
  • Practicum in Education and Training (2 credits - grade 12)
    • This second year of interning will provide an in-depth opportunity for students as they work with small and large groups of students, prepare learning activities, and complete a wide array of duties performed by educators.