Pedagogical Practicum

Language of instruction: Hungarian
Method of assessing coursework:
Written report (class journal) at the end of semester 8, written document (lecture outline), work assessment: the instructor leading the course assesses teaching practice, making a video document about the most important parts of the practice, teaching practice visit in semester 10.
Marking method:
Marks are given based on the assessment of the following: familiarity with the topic, teaching methods, in accordance with the basics of communication.
Exam requirements: signature in semester 8, practical mark in semester 10
Teaching method: In semester 8, written critical evaluation of the observed class sessions, in semester 10 independent teaching practice, as complex theoretical-practical preparation.
Recommended study methods:
In semester 8, analysis (according to given standpoints) of the teaching methods, behavioural forms, human relations and relationships experienced during class visits. In semester 10, preparation for teaching practice (with topic outlines, class outlines, methodology plans, visual aids) and active experience of teaching work and the educator?s role.
Role of the course within the specialist training scheme:
The objective of the course is to integrate, by the practice of teaching, the methodological, artistic and professional knowledge acquired. Furthermore, the course aims at developing practical abilities in terms of the handing down of knowledge, the development of personality, communication, thinking, organisation, cooperation and leadership.
Course description, major areas of study (per semester):
Practical methods in the organisation of the teaching process and in the performing of associated tasks (the elaboration and realisation of a major subject area, based on the syllabus).
Communicating with a group ? in practice.
Personal communication ? in practice.
Methods of leadership ? in practice.
Planned thematic lecture ? in practice.
The presentation and teaching of technical procedures ? in practice.
The elaboration, presentation and teaching of analytical, explorative, and problem solving thinking techniques and strategies ? in practice.
Exploration and the setting forth of the mutual relationships of various forms of communication.
Practical development of communication.
The complex process of independent learning and the passing on of knowledge ? in practice.