1 credit(s) MAT students must complete 100 total hours of practicum hours. Practicum is a New York State Education Department requirement for pre-service teachers. It is defined as observation, assisting, small group or one-on-one work with students in a school setting, under the guidance of a host or mentor teacher. Students must complete five assignments that accompany their practicum to help them reflect on pedagogy, literacy, student development and engagement, as well as teacher practices. Students must engage with students with disabilities for a minimum of 15 out of the total 100 hours during the experience. They should also include 12-15 hours with students who are English Language Learners. Half of the total 100 hours should be in each of the developmental levels of the student’s intended certification area (ex gr. 7-9, and gr. 10-12, or gr. K-6 and 7-12).