Education EDUC

EDUC-01 Introduction to Education I

Units

3

Hours

2 hours lecture, 54 hours lab TBA

Advisory

ENGL-C1000 (Formerly ENGL-01A); AOM-30

Formerly

LBST-10

Transfers to

CSU, UC

C-ID

EDUC 200

Limitation on enrollment: Students must obtain a fingerprint clearance and negative TB clearance

Students are introduced to the profession of teaching through an understanding of California’s content standards and frameworks, the historical foundations of the American educational system, and teacher performance standards. Practical experiences in the classroom will include a minimum of 45 hours of observation in the classroom of a campus-approved certificated classroom teacher. Students must provide their own transportation to off-campus school sites. Note: Fingerprint clearance and TB clearance are required. Students must dress appropriately as recommended by off-campus school sites. Observation placements will not be available for students with felony convictions. (12/22)

Offered: Fall 2026 (2 sections) · Spring 2027 (3 sections)

EDUC-02 Introduction to Education II

Units

3

Hours

2 hours lecture, 54 hours lab TBA

Prerequisite

EDUC-01

Formerly

LBST-20

Transfers to

CSU, UC

Limitation on enrollment: Students must obtain a fingerprint clearance and a negative TB clearance

In this course, students are provided additional opportunities to explore the teaching profession and how their personalities will fit with their career choice. Students will observe students and teachers in 4-8 Math and Science classroom environments and share observations with faculty and peers in weekly meetings to note differences in students, teaching/learning styles, and their personal reactions to the classroom setting. This course is intended for students who plan to teach in the K-8 levels. Note: Students must provide their own transportation to off-campus school sites Fingerprint clearance and TB clearance are required. Any costs incurred by the Live Scan and TB clearance are the student’s responsibility. Students must dress appropriately as recommended by off-campus school sites. Observation placements are required for class and will not be available for students with felony convictions. (12/22)

Offered: Fall 2026 (1 section) · Spring 2027 (1 section)

EDUC-03 Children’s Literature

Units

3

Hours

3 hours lecture

Prerequisite

Eligibility for college-level composition (ENGL-C1000) as determined by college assessment or other appropriate method

Advisory

ENGL-C1000 (Formerly ENGL-01A)

Formerly

LBST-30

Transfers to

CSU

This course introduces representative works of children's literature and develops students' close reading and analytical writing skills while promoting an appreciation for the aesthetic qualities of literature written for children. The primary audience for the course is prospective and current teachers who wish to acquire in-depth knowledge of children's literature to better inform decisions about the selection and use of children's literature in the classroom. (11/25)

Offered: Fall 2026 (1 section)

EDUC-24 Work Experience in Education

Units

1-8

Formerly

LBST-24

Transfers to

CSU

This course enables students to earn college credit for learning or improving skills or knowledge on-the-job in education or a related field. Fifty-four (54) hours, either paid or volunteer, are required per unit of credit attempted. Students must have an established work site in education or a related field prior to enrolling in the course. (2/24)

Not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules.