Professional Education Unit
Clinical Practice Internship Handbook

Introduction

You are now entering your final phase of the Professional Education Program at Oklahoma State University . As a candidate in teacher education, you have completed all of the course requirements that provide the content knowledge and the pedagogical skill training that you will need in order to begin your Clinical Practice Internship experience. The Internship will provide you with an opportunity to practice, reflect, and augment your knowledge and skills in a supportive environment. You will now have the opportunity to perform many of the duties and to make many of the instructional decisions of a classroom teacher.

There will be many gratifying and difficult days ahead. The work load will be heavy and intense at times. This professional experience will offer you many opportunities for joy and fulfillment if you keep a positive attitude and do your work to the best of your ability. Set realistic goals and strive to meet them. Keep open the lines of communication between yourself, your cooperating teacher, and your college supervisor. Most important of all, be true to your newly assigned pupils. Teach so they learn! Care so they grow!

We are proud of your accomplishments. Enjoy your Clinical Practice Internship experience. It is the beginning of a lifetime of service, dedication, and fulfillment.

Clinical Practice Internship Handbook | Office of Professional Education

Last Updated Thursday, September 9, 2004 9:40 AM