MSU Preinternship Teaching Program Scheduled for Malaysia in Summer 2008

Our very successful study abroad program which combines cultural immersion, teaching experience and learning about the host country will be offered in Malaysia for the first time in summer 2008. This program targets students in MSU’s teacher preparation program just after they complete their four-year Bachelor’s degree and just before they start their full academic year internship. Previously, this program has been offered in South Africa and Australia.

The Malaysia program will provide five weeks’ experience in classroom teaching in Malaysian elementary and secondary schools located in rural and urban areas near Kuala Lumpur. It is a unique way of preparing students for the challenges and rewards of the teaching profession while gaining 6 Michigan State credits toward the completion of a Master’s degree in education. Malaysia offers students an exceptional opportunity to learn about diversity in race, religion, ethnicity, language, culture and physical environment. Each MSU student will be paired with a collaborating Malaysian teacher in the same academic field and grade level as the student. After a period of classroom observation, the student will develop lessons and co-teach with the cooperating teacher. In addition to their school experience, students will live with a Malaysian teacher and their family.

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