Introduction to Teaching is designed to provide a deeper interaction with the practice of learning and teaching. Through research and study of theories of human development; principles of teaching and learning; and principles of team and climate building, students will analyze school and classroom scenarios at their internship site as they apply their learning in an authentic setting.

Integrated throughout the course are standards for Career Ready Practice and Academic Content Standards which include: appropriate technical skills and academic knowledge; communication skills; career planning; applied technology; critical thinking and problem solving; personal health and financial literacy; citizenship, integrity, ethical leadership and effective management; work productively while integrating cultural and global competence; creativity and innovation; reliable research strategies, and environment, social and economic impacts of decisions.