Re: Grand Canyon University Online Teacher Cert Program

dana

Posted on 12/30/11

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On 4/28/09, Heather wrote:
> On 2/22/09, Sarsone509 wrote:
>> Has anybody gone through this program? How does student
>> teaching work?
>
> I went through WGU for my undergraduate teaching degree and
> certification. It is *HARD*. I found this program more rigorous
> than a traditional school, but very worth it, as my employer is
> amazed at the level of knowledge I have and has even adopted
> some of WGU's methods of evaluating working teachers. (My
> current boss was my clinical supervisor for student teaching.
> He was impressed and hired me for the following school year.)
>
>
> It's a self-directed program. The terms are 6 months long, and
> you work at your own pace, but really have to keep with it if
> you want to get everything in. Also, the tuition is low, low,
> low. It's the only online NCATE accredited teaching program.
>
> Also, they did get a Special Ed. program together for those of
> you that might be interested.
>
> I am now back at WGU as a Master's student, working toward a
> Master's in science ed. It is tough work, but very rewarding
> and exciting. I think if you don't need someone breathing down
> your back with deadlines, it's a good fit. Also, there is a TON
> of writing to do, but I think you'll find that anywhere.
>
> Good luck!

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