CHAD 160: Practicum in Early Childhood Education
San Jose State University
Practical application of evidence-based practices based on early childhood education principles and theories while engaging with young children in the SJSU's Child Development Lab Preschool Programs. These programs follow Title 22 Licensing Regulations. Lecture 1 hours/Lab 6 hours. Prerequisite(s): CHAD 60 or CHAD 70, and Upper division standing. Note(s): Course requires 6 hours per week of non-paid fieldwork at SJSU Lab Preschool. There are two programs students may choose from: Toddler Lab (2-3 year olds) and Multi-Age Lab (3-5 year olds). Requires TB test, background clearance, and proof of vaccinations. Please check with the ChAD Program Coordinator if you have any concerns.
Average GPA: 3.74
Grade distribution records: 501 students across 17 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 53 | 10.6% |
| A | 313 | 62.5% |
| A- | 32 | 6.4% |
| B+ | 31 | 6.2% |
| B | 42 | 8.4% |
| B- | 9 | 1.8% |
| C+ | 2 | 0.4% |
| C | 12 | 2.4% |
| C- | 2 | 0.4% |
| D+ | 2 | 0.4% |
| D | 2 | 0.4% |
| F | 1 | 0.2% |
Based on 501 student grade records across 17 terms and 2 professors.
Instructors
- Joy H Foster 359 students, Average GPA 3.68
- Gary F Cava 142 students, Average GPA 3.88