Using your free electives to participate in experiential learning is a great way to put classroom learning into practical experience. While engaged in the supportive experiential learning environment you can test career goals, enhance professional skills, develop self-reliance, self-esteem, and responsibility. Furthermore, experiential learning encourages networking with professionals and will provide increased marketability for employment after graduation.
Below are your options for earning experiential credits. Please meet with your academic advisor before making a final decision regarding which option is best for you.
COM 291: Communication Teaching Practicum
Requirements
- Permission of Instructor
Logistics
- 1 Credit Each (S/U only)
- Supervised participation in instructional practice for COM students
- Provides exposure to pragmatic classroom issues and experience in various aspects of college level teaching
- May be repeated for a maximum of 2 credits
Contact
- Kevin McClure
- kmcclure@uri.edu
- 401-874-4006
- Click here for more information
ITR 302/304: Field Experience & Seminar
Requirements
- 2.5 cumulative GPA or higher
- Minimum 60 credits prior to internship
- Available free elective credits
- Good academic and social standing
Logistics
- Earn between 6 – 15 free elective credits
- ITR 302 (field experience) 3 – 12 credits (S/U Only)
- ITR 304 (seminar) 3 credits (Graded)
- Seminar offered online and in class (in class – spring only)
Contact
- Center for Career and Experiential Education
- Roosevelt Hall South Side
- 401.874.2311
- Click here to submit an application