Career & Technical Education and Michael Berry Career Center

Pre Education (Teacher Cadet)

Instructor:
Ms. Lynne Osborne: osbornl@dearbornschools.org

This program focuses on general theory and practice of teaching and learning for students interested in pursuing a degree in education and a career in teaching.  It includes instruction in the basic principles of educational psychology; the art of teaching; the planning and administration of educational activities; school safety and health issues; and the social foundations of education.  Possible areas of concentration include teaching and training, professional support services, administration, and administrative support.

Sequence of Courses 2024-2025

Education Careers Course Descriptions

Pre Education Foundations Academy of Human Services

This one-semester,two-hour block course is taught Fall Semester at MBCC. Students will learn t…. Students are encouraged to join and compete in Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA).


Pre Education Skills Academy of Human Services

This one-semester, two-hour block course is taught Spring Semester at MBCC. Students will learn t…


Pre Education Placement Academy of Human Services

This year-long course can be taken for either one or two hours. . Students will begin with classroom instruction at MBCC and eventually transition to a placement in an elementary classroom four days per week. This blended learning course provides real-world experience and is designed for students interested in community service and/or teacher preparation. Students will learn reading foundation skills. There is also an on-line learning component. Students will learn the essentials of reading pedagogy to facilitate elementary student’s reading proficiency. Students will apply reading foundation skills and pedagogy including small group instruction in the elementary classroom. Students will gain experience with employability skills: dress for success, communication, parent engagement. Students will maintain confidentiality with all aspects of the classroom experience. Students are encouraged to join and compete in Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA).