CREDENTIAL PROGRAM: MULTIPLE SUBJECT. Student Handbook

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1 Michael D. Eisner College of Education Credential Office CREDENTIAL PROGRAM: MULTIPLE SUBJECT Student Handbook Including the following pathways: Traditional Accelerated Collaborative Teacher Preparation (ACT) Internship Integrated Teacher Education Program (ITEP) Freshman/Junior California State University, Northridge Nordhoff Street, Northridge, CA Phone: (818) Office Location: EA Credential Program Student Handbook Multiple Subject Orientation

2 Table of Contents Orientation Page(s) Introduction to the Preliminary California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential Coursework Requirements, Pre-requisites/Co-requisites, and Recommended Sequences ---- Traditional Accelerated Collaborative Teacher Preparation (ACT) Internship (Intern) Integrated Teacher Education Program (ITEP) Course Registration Process Additional Program Requirements GPA, Writing proficency, U.S Constitution, Bachelor s Degree, CPR and RICA Student Teaching Traditional Accelerated Collaborative Teacher Preparation (ACT) Internship (Intern) Integrated Teacher Education Program (ITEP) Applying to Student Teach Assignments Performance Assessment for California Teachers (PACT) Advisement Tips For Success Credential Program Student Handbook Multiple Subject Orientation

3 INTRODUCTION TO THE PRELIMINARY CALIFORNIA MULTIPLE SUBJECT TEACHING CREDENTIAL The preliminary multiple subject teaching credential is a license to provide instruction in a California public school setting. The multiple subject credential is a Kindergarten through 12th grade authorization that authorizes teaching in a self-contained classroom setting. That means you are teaching several different subjects to one group of pupils each school day. This setting is most commonly found in elementary schools. Our credential program meets Senate Bill 2042 (SB2042) standards for English Learner instruction. This means that upon completion of the program you will be authorized to provide instruction to students for whom English is not their first language. Our program is fully accredited by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing. The preliminary credential is a 5- year document. The next level credential is called a clear credential and in order to obtain it you must complete an induction program; an advanced on-the-job training program typically provided by the public school districts but also at some universities. If your employment doesn t offer one you may be able to enroll in a university program. Credential Program Student Handbook Multiple Subject Orientation Page 1

4 COURSEWORK REQUIREMENTS AND RECOMMENDED SEQUENCE Traditional Program: This pathway allows candidates the most scheduling flexibility. You can take classes full-time or part-time; it s up to you. Sample One Year Program (40 units) Semester One Units EED 500 or EPC 500 Fundamentals of Teaching 3 EED 515 Basic Technology Methods 2 EED 520 Teaching Reading in the Elementary School 3 EED 565M Mathematics Curriculum and Methods 3 EED 577 Language Arts and ESL Instruction 3 AAS/ARMN/CHS/AFRS/ELPS 417 Equity and Diversity in School 3 EED 560C Supervised Fieldwork 3 EED 559C Supervised Fieldwork Seminar 2 Semester Two Units EED 575 Integrated Social Studies and Arts Curriculum and Methods 3 EED 565S Science Curriculum and Methods 3 KIN 595PE Applied Methods for Physical Education 1 HSCI 465ELM Teaching Health in the Elementary School Classroom 1 SPED 420 Improving the Learning of Students with Special Needs 3 EED 561F Student Teaching 6 EED 559F Student Teaching Seminar 1 Sample Two Year Program (39 units) Semester One Units EED 500 or EPC 500 Fundamentals of Teaching 3 EED 520 Teaching Reading in the Elementary School 3 AAS/ARMN/CHS/AFRS/ELPS 417 Equity and Diversity in School 3 Semester Two EED 515 Basic Technology Methods 2 EED 565M Mathematics Curriculum and Methods 3 EED 577 Language Arts and ESL Instruction 3 HSCI 465ELM Teaching Health in the Elementary School Classroom 1 Semester Three EED 565S Science Curriculum and Methods 3 KIN 595PE Applied Methods for Physical Education 1 EED 575 Integrated Social Studies and Arts Curriculum and Methods 3 EED 560C Supervised Fieldwork 3 EED 559C Supervised Fieldwork Seminar 2 Semester Four SPED 420 Improving the Learning of Children with Special Needs 3 EED 561F Student Teaching 6 EED 559F Student Teaching Seminar 1 NOTE: For Bilingual Authorization please meet with a Credential Advisor. Credential Program Student Handbook Multiple Subject Orientation Page 2

5 COURSEWORK REQUIREMENTS AND RECOMMENDED SEQUENCE Accelerated Collaborative Teacher Preparation Program (ACT): A two-semester, full-time program with a fixed course sequence. Meet with the ACT Coordinator for information on course registration. One Year Program (40 units) Semester One Units ELPS 541A Introduction to Teaching in Urban Schools 1 SPED 541B Introduction to Teaching in Urban Schools 1 EED 500 or EPC 500 Fundamentals of Teaching 3 EED 520 Teaching Reading in the Elementary School 3 EED 577 Language Arts and ESL Instruction 3 EED 565M Mathematics Curriculum and Methods 3 EED 515 Basic Technology Methods 2 EED 567ACT Supervised Fieldwork 4 EED 559C Supervised Fieldwork Seminar 2 Semester Two Units ELPS 542A Meeting the Needs of All Students in Urban Schools 2 SPED 542B Meeting the Needs of All Students in Urban Schools 1 EED 565S Science Curriculum and Methods 3 EED 575 Integrated Social Studies and Arts Curriculum and Methods 3 KIN 595PE Applied Methods for Physical Education 1 HSCI 465ELM Teaching Health in the Elementary School Classroom 1 EED 568 ACT Student Teaching 6 EED 559F Student Teaching Seminar 1 NOTE: For Bilingual Authorization please meet with a Credential Advisor. Credential Program Student Handbook Multiple Subject Orientation Page 3

6 COURSEWORK REQUIREMENTS AND RECOMMENDED SEQUENCE Internship Program: A program for candidates who have been hired as a teacher of record. Meet with one of the Internship Program Coordinators for information on course registration. Two year Program (40 units) Semester One Units EED 500 or EPC 500 Fundamentals of Teaching 3 EED 520 Teaching Reading in the Elementary School 3 KIN 595PE Applied Methods for Physical Education 1 EED 550B (1) Supervised Fieldwork and Seminar 2 Semester Two EED 577 Language Arts and ESL Instruction 3 EED 565M Mathematics Curriculum and Methods 3 SPED 420 Improving the Learning of Children with Special Needs 3 EED 550B (2) Supervised Fieldwork and Seminar 2 Semester Three AAS/ARMN/CHS/AFRS/ELPS 417 Equity and Diversity in School 3 HSCI 465ELM Teaching Health in the Elementary School Classroom 1 EED 575 Integrated Social Studies and Arts Curriculum and Methods 3 EED 550B (3) Supervised Fieldwork 2 EED 559C Supervised Fieldwork Seminar 2 Semester Four EED 565S Science Curriculum and Methods 3 EED 515 Basic Technology Methods 2 EED 551C Supervised Practicum 3 EED 559F Student Teaching Seminar 1 NOTE: For Bilingual Authorization please meet with a Credential Advisor. Credential Program Student Handbook Multiple Subject Orientation Page 4

7 COURSEWORK REQUIREMENTS AND RECOMMENDED SEQUENCE Integrated Teacher Education Program (ITEP) Freshman/Junior See the Liberal Studies Program section of the CSUN Catalog for the ITEP Freshman/Junior program requirements. Total Units required for ITEP Freshman (132) Total Units required for ITEP Junior (132) Students in ITEP are encouraged to meet with their Liberal Studies advisor for additional information and course selection. Liberal Studies Office - (818) NOTE: For Bilingual Authorization please meet with a Credential Advisor. Credential Program Student Handbook Multiple Subject Orientation Page 5

8 COURSE REGISTRATION PROCESS At the time you applied to the credential program, you should have also applied to the university via Shortly after your admission, you can expect to receive an electronic registration mailer from Admissions and Records. This will include your registration pin number, registration date and registration instructions. Detailed information about registration can also be found at the following link: A simple How To guide can be found at the link below: Late Change in Academic Schedule: Please pay attention to registration timelines. After a given date you will no longer be able to add/drop classes online. At that point, you will need to obtain a Late Change in Academic Schedule form from the Department of Elementary Education, ED Once you have the form, you will need to obtain the appropriate signatures and return it to Admissions and Records by the posted deadline. Extra Unit Authorization: In the case that a student needs to enroll in units beyond the university limit (currently 17 units for students in good standing), they must download an Extra Unit Authorization form from the Admissions and Records website and obtain a signature of approval from the Department of Elementary Education Chair. Credential Program Student Handbook Multiple Subject Orientation Page 6

9 ADDITIONAL PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS GPA All credential students must maintain an overall GPA of 2.75 since program admission and a cumulative GPA of 3.0 in all professional education courses. A grade of C or better is required in all coursework. A grade of C- or lower is not acceptable. NOTE: Unless you maintain this standard you will not be allowed to student teach and you will not be eligible to be recommended for a credential. Writing Proficiency Any one of the following will meet this requirement. CBEST Writing score of 41 or higher Upper Division Writing Proficiency Exam (UDWPE) score of 10 or higher at CSUN Passage of CSET Writing Skills test ENGL 305 or ENGL 406 or COMS 321 with a grade of C or better NOTE: Unless you have met this requirement you will not be allowed to student teach. Students should not assume that they have met this requirement simply because they have met the Basic Skills Requirement or the bachelor s degree writing proficiency requirement. U.S. Constitution The requirement of competence in U.S. Constitution can be met in two ways, by course or by examination. The CSUN courses which satisfy this requirement are as follows: Political Science 155 or 355 (formerly 305) Chicano Studies 260 or 445 Africana Studies 161 (formerly 272) Asian American Studies 347 Religious Studies 255 An equivalent course taken at another university or college may be accepted as satisfying this requirement. In addition to the possibility of completing a course offered by CSUN or an equivalent course elsewhere, candidates may also take an examination on the principles of the United States Constitution to meet this statutory requirement for certification in California. For information regarding meeting this requirement by examination at CSUN contact the CSUN College of Extended Learning at (818) or visit their web site: Information regarding additional examination options can be found at: Please note: online exams will only be accepted if they have been proctored. Credential Program Student Handbook Multiple Subject Orientation Page 7

10 Bachelor s Degree Prior to issuance of a credential (intern or preliminary), candidates must obtain a bachelor s degree from a regionally accredited institution. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Verification of training in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) that meets the standards set by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross is needed prior to the recommendation for issuance of the Preliminary credential. Please submit verification of having completed Infant, Child and Adult CPR training by submitting both the original, signed CPR card and a copy of the front and back of the card to the Credential Office. This may be submitted either in person or by mail. On-line CPR Certification will NOT be accepted. Inquiries about the availability of CPR courses through the American Red Cross, in the Los Angeles area, can be made at (800) or at For information about American Heart Association s courses call (877) or go to There are other organizations which provide equivalent CPR training. Please check with the Credential Office first to obtain approval before completing another organization s training course. Reading Instruction Competence Assessment (RICA) Verification of passage of RICA is required in order to apply for the preliminary credential. Information regarding this required exam can be found at Credential Program Student Handbook Multiple Subject Orientation Page 8

11 STUDENT TEACHING - TRADITIONAL PATHWAY E ED 560C Supervised Fieldwork (3 units) This ten week, half-day Monday through Friday, field experience takes place in participating public school. You will be observed by a University Supervisor who will provide formative feedback. The emphasis is on classroom management and lesson planning, and in planning, implementing and evaluating in the areas of reading/language arts, English learner instructions and mathematics. Candidates will receive feedback in preparation for completing the state mandated Teaching Performance Assessment during this experience. E ED 559C Supervised Fieldwork Seminar (2 units) The seminar provides opportunities for candidates to reflect upon and analyze their fieldwork experiences. Student teachers will learn to assess their pupil needs, gather data, analyze results, problem solve, modify teaching practices, and determine the implications of their experience for future instruction. The seminar will promote the candidates rehearsal of the Teaching Event of the Teaching Performance Assessment. Important Note: Tuberculosis Clearance You must have in your possession current verification (within previous 2 years) of freedom from tuberculosis. You may be asked to present this verification at your assigned school site before beginning student teaching. Pre-requisites for E ED 560C and E ED 559C 1. Admission to the Multiple Subject Credential program 2. Subject Matter Competence CSET Multiple Subjects Exam All sections must be Passed 3. Grade Point Average Overall GPA of 2.75 since admission into the credential program Cumulative GPA of 3.0 in Professional Education courses A grade of C or better is required in all courses If you were admitted under Exceptional Admission because of GPA, you are not eligible to student teach until you have completed at least one semester of coursework since admission to the credential program. 4. Writing Proficiency (one of the following) CBEST Writing score of 41 or higher Upper Division Writing Proficiency Exam (UDWPE) score of 10 or higher Passage of CSET Writing Skills test ENGL 305 or ENGL 406 or COMS 321 with a grade of C or better 5. Valid Fingerprint Clearance You must hold a valid Commission on Teacher Credentialing certificate, permit or credential during the time that you are in the program (i.e., if you hold a 30-Day Substitute Permit that will be expiring, you could either renew the permit or apply to obtain a Certificate of Clearance). The information to apply for the Certificate of Clearance is available through the Credential Office website at: Credential Program Student Handbook Multiple Subject Orientation Page 9

12 6. Candidate must be in good standing with the university 7. Basic Skills Requirement (BSR), one of the following is required California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST) All sections must be passed CSET Writing Skills Test (in conjunction with passage of CSET Multiple Subject exam) Check the Credential Office website for additional options to meet the BSR Required Prior to or Concurrent with Enrollment in EED 560C and EED 559C E ED 500 or EPC 500 Fundamentals of Teaching E ED 520 Teaching Reading in the Elementary School E ED 577 Language Arts and ESL Instruction E ED 565M Mathematics Curriculum and Methods AAS/ARMN/CHS/ELPS/AFRS 417 Equity and Diversity in Schools CPR Certification E ED 561F Student Teaching (6 units) This ten week, full day Monday through Friday, field experience takes place in participating public school. You will be observed by a University Supervisor who will provide formative feedback. The emphasis is on classroom management and lesson planning, and in planning, implementing and evaluating all areas of the elementary curriculum. Candidates will complete the state mandated Teaching Performance Assessment (PACT Performance Assessment for California Teachers) during this experience. E ED 559F Student Teaching Seminar (1 unit) The seminar provides opportunities for candidates to reflect upon and analyze their fieldwork experiences. Student teachers will learn to assess their pupil needs, gather data, analyze results, problem solve, modify teaching practices, and determine the implications of their experience for future instruction. The seminar will promote the candidates successful completion of the Teaching Event of the adopted Teaching Performance Assessment. Important Note: Tuberculosis Clearance You must have in your possession current verification (within previous 2 years) of freedom from tuberculosis. You may be asked to present this verification at your assigned school site before beginning student teaching. Pre- requisites for E ED 561F and E ED 559F All pre and co-requisites for E ED 560C and E ED 559C E ED 560C Supervised Fieldwork E ED 559C Supervised Fieldwork Seminar Required Prior to or Concurrent with Enrollment in E ED 561F and E ED 559F E ED 575 Integrated Social Studies and Arts Curriculum and Methods E ED 565S Science Curriculum and Methods KIN 595PE Applied Methods for Physical Education HSCI 465ELM Teaching Health in the Elementary School Classroom E ED 515 Basic Technology Methods SPED 420 Improving the Learning of Students with Special Needs For additional information on student teaching, please see the Multiple Subject Student Teaching Handbook at: Credential Program Student Handbook Multiple Subject Orientation Page 10

13 STUDENT TEACHING - ACT PATHWAY EED 567ACT Supervised Fieldwork (4 units) This half-day Monday through Friday, field experience takes place in participating public schools. The emphasis is on general pedagogical skills such as classroom management and lesson planning in teaching in the areas of reading/language arts, English language development and mathematics. This course provides a context for rehearsal of the Teaching Event of the state mandated Teaching Performance Assessment (TPA). EED 559C Supervised Fieldwork Seminar (2 units) The seminar provides opportunities for candidates to reflect upon and analyze their fieldwork experiences. Student teachers will learn to assess their pupil needs, gather data, analyze results, problem solve, modify teaching practices, and determine the implications of their experience for future instruction. The seminar will promote the candidates rehearsal of the Teaching Event of the Teaching Performance Assessment. Important Note: Tuberculosis Clearance You must have in your possession current verification (within previous 2 years) of freedom from tuberculosis. You may be asked to present this verification at your assigned school site before beginning student teaching. Pre-requisites for EED 567ACT and EED 559C 1. Admission to the Multiple Subject Credential program 2. Subject Matter Competence CSET Multiple Subjects Exam All sections must be passed 3. Grade Point Average Overall GPA of 2.75 since admission into the credential program Cumulative GPA of 3.0 in Professional Education courses A grade of C or better is required in all courses If you were admitted under Exceptional Admission because of GPA, you are not eligible to student teach until you have completed at least one semester of coursework since admission to the credential program. 4. Writing Proficiency (one of the following) CBEST Writing score of 41 or higher Upper Division Writing Proficiency Exam (UDWPE) score of 10 or higher Passage of CSET Writing Skills test ENGL 305 or ENGL 406 or COMS 321 with a grade of C or better 5. Valid Fingerprint Clearance You must hold a valid Commission on Teacher Credentialing certificate, permit or credential during the time that you are in the program (i.e., if you hold a 30-Day Substitute Permit that will be expiring, you could either renew the permit or apply to obtain a Certificate of Clearance). The information to apply for the Certificate of Clearance is available through the Credential Office website at: 6. Candidate must be in good standing with the university Credential Program Student Handbook Multiple Subject Orientation Page 11

14 7. Basic Skills Requirement (BSR), one of the following is required California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST) All sections must be passed CSET Writing Skills Test (in conjunction with passage of CSET Multiple Subject exam) Check the Credential Office website for additional options to meet the BSR Required Concurrent with Enrollment in EED 567ACT and EED 559C ELPS 541A Introduction to Teaching in Urban Schools SPED 541B Introduction to Teaching in Urban Schools EED 500 or EPC 500 Fundamentals of Teaching EED 520 Teaching Reading in the Elementary School EED 577 Language Arts and ESL Instruction EED 565M Mathematics Curriculum and Methods EED 515 Basic Technology Methods EED 568ACT Student Teaching (4 units) This full time field experience takes place in participating public schools. It expands on the first student teaching assignment with the inclusion of planning, implementing and evaluating social studies, science, arts, physical education, and health education curriculum to the responsibilities of the student teacher. Here students develop skills in assessing pupils and planning and implementing the elementary curriculum. Formative feedback is provided. Candidates will complete the state mandated Teaching Performance Assessment (PACT Performance Assessment for California Teachers) during this experience. EED 559F Student Teaching Seminar (1 unit) The seminar provides opportunities for candidates to reflect upon and analyze their fieldwork experiences. Student teachers will learn to assess their pupil needs, gather data, analyze results, problem solve, modify teaching practices, and determine the implications of their experience for future instruction. The seminar will promote the candidates successful completion of the Teaching Event of the adopted Teaching Performance Assessment. Important Note: Tuberculosis Clearance You must have in your possession current verification (within previous 2 years) of freedom from tuberculosis. You may be asked to present this verification at your assigned school site before beginning student teaching. Pre-requisites for EED 568ACT and EED 559F All pre and co-requisites for EED 567ACT/EED 559C and CPR Certification EED 567ACT and EED 559C Supervised Field Experience and Seminar Required Concurrent with Enrollment in EED 568ACT and EED 559F ELPS 542A Meeting the Needs of All Students in Urban Schools SPED 542B Meeting the Needs of All Students in Urban Schools EED 565S Science Curriculum and Methods EED 575 Integrated Social Studies and Arts Curriculum and Methods KIN 595PE Applied Methods for Physical Education HSCI 465ELM Teaching Health in the Elementary School Classroom Credential Program Student Handbook Multiple Subject Orientation Page 12

15 STUDENT TEACHING - INTERN PATHWAY EED 550B 1 (First Semester) Supervised Fieldwork and Seminar (2 units) This course assists the Intern in establishing connections among course content, theories of teaching and learning, and classroom pedagogy. Provides Interns with the formative feedback necessary to teach in the full range of domains defined by the Teaching Performance Expectations (TPEs). During the sequence of fieldwork experiences and seminars, Interns will complete the Teacher Performance Assessments (TAFRS) required by CTC. EED 550B 2 (Second Semester) Supervised Fieldwork and Seminar (2 units) This course assists the Intern in establishing connections among course content, theories of teaching and learning, and classroom pedagogy. Provides Interns with the formative feedback necessary to teach in the full range of domains defined by the Teaching Performance Expectations (TPEs). During the sequence of fieldwork experiences and seminars, Interns will complete the Teacher Performance Assessments (TAFRS) required by CTC. EED 550B 3 (Third Semester) Supervised Fieldwork (2 units) This course assists the Intern in establishing connections among course content, theories of teaching and learning, and classroom pedagogy. Provides Interns with the formative feedback necessary to teach in the full range of domains defined by the Teaching Performance Expectations (TPEs). During the sequence of fieldwork experiences and seminars, Interns will complete the Teaching Performance Assessment (PACT Performance Assessment for California Teachers) required by CTC. EED 559C Supervised Fieldwork Seminar (2) May be taken concurrent with EED 550B 2 or EED 550B 3, see Intern Coordinator The seminar provides opportunities for candidates to reflect upon and analyze their fieldwork experiences. Student teachers will learn to assess their pupil needs, gather data, analyze results, problem solve, modify teaching practices, and determine the implications of their experience for future instruction. The seminar will promote the candidates rehearsal of the Teaching Event of the Teaching Performance Assessment. Important Note: Tuberculosis Clearance You must have in your possession current verification (within previous 2 years) of freedom from tuberculosis. You may be asked to present this verification at your assigned school site before beginning student teaching. EED 551C Supervised Practicum and Seminar (3 units) This course assists the Intern in establishing connections among course content, theories of teaching and learning, and classroom pedagogy. This culminating Intern teaching experience provides Interns with the formative feedback necessary to teach in the full range of domains defined by the Teaching Performance Expectations (TPEs). Candidates will complete the state mandated Teaching Performance Assessment (PACT Performance Assessment for California Teachers) during this experience. EED 559F Student Teaching Seminar (1 unit) The seminar provides opportunities for candidates to reflect upon and analyze their fieldwork experiences. Intern will learn to assess their pupil needs, gather data, analyze results, problem solve, modify teaching practices, and determine the implications of their experience for future instruction. The seminar will promote the candidates successful completion of the Teaching Event of the adopted Teaching Performance Assessment. Credential Program Student Handbook Multiple Subject Orientation Page 13

16 Pre-Requisites for EED 551C and EED 559F 1. Admission to the Multiple Subject University Internship Credential program 2. Subject Matter Competence (one of the following) CSET All sections must be passed 3. Grade Point Average Overall GPA of 2.75 since admission into the credential program Cumulative GPA of 3.0 in Professional Education courses A grade of C or better is required in all courses 4. Candidate must be in good standing with the university 5. Basic Skills Requirement (BSR), one of the following is required California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST) All sections must be passed CSET Writing Skills Test (in conjunction with passage of CSET Multiple Subject exam) Check the Credential Office website for additional options to meet the BSR 6. Writing Proficiency (one of the following) CBEST Writing score of 41 or higher Upper Division Writing Proficiency Exam (UDWPE) score of 10 or higher Passage of CSET Writing Skills test ENGL 305 or ENGL 406 or COMS 321 with a grade of C or better 7. Candidate must hold a valid University Internship Credential 8. EPC or EED 500 Fundamentals of Teaching 9. EED 520 Teaching Reading in the Elementary School 10. EED 577 Language Arts and ESL Instruction 11. EED 565M Mathematics Curriculum and Methods 12. SPED 420 Improving the Learning of Students with Special Needs 13. ELPS/CHS/AFRS/AAS/ARMN 417 Equity and Diversity in Schools 14. EED 575 Integrated Social Studies and Arts Curriculum and Methods 15. EED 550B 1 Supervised Fieldwork and Seminar 16. EED 550B 2 Supervised Fieldwork and Seminar 17. EED 550B 3 Supervised Fieldwork 18. EED 559C Supervised Fieldwork Seminar Required Prior to or Concurrent with Enrollment in EED 551C and EED 559F EED 565S Science Curriculum and Methods EED 515 Basic Technology Methods KIN 595PE Applied Methods for Physical Education HSCI 465ELM Teaching Health in the Elementary School Classroom CPR Certification Credential Program Student Handbook Multiple Subject Orientation Page 14

17 STUDENT TEACHING - INTEGRATED TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAM (ITEP FRESHMAN AND JUNIOR OPTIONS) EED 578A Student Teaching (3 units) The field experience takes place during the morning hours in a participating public elementary school and provides opportunities for the credential candidate to work under the daily direction and guidance of a qualified supervising elementary teacher who exemplifies best practices in teaching all students, including English Language Learners and students with disabilities. A university faculty member supervises the fieldwork assignment. In each assignment the candidate gradually assumes greater responsibility for teaching reading, language arts, and mathematics. EED 579A Student Teaching Seminar (2 unit) This course is a 1-unit student teaching seminar in the Multiple Subject Credential Program ITEP pathway. The seminar provides opportunities for candidates to reflect upon and analyze fieldwork experiences. Student teachers learn to 1) assess their needs, 2) gather data, 3) analyze results, 4) problem solve, 5) modify teaching practices, and 6) determine implications of their experience for future instruction. Important Note: Tuberculosis Clearance You must have in your possession current verification (within previous 2 years) of freedom from tuberculosis. You may be asked to present this verification at your assigned school site before beginning student teaching. Pre-requisites for EED 578A and EED 579A 1. Admission to the Multiple Subject Credential program 2. Subject Matter Competence CSET Multiple Subjects Exam All sections must be passed 3. Grade Point Average Overall GPA of 2.75 since admission into the credential program Cumulative GPA of 3.0 in Professional Education courses A grade of C or better is required in all courses If you were admitted under Exceptional Admission because of GPA, you are not eligible to student teach until you have completed at least one semester of coursework since admission to the credential program. 4. Writing Proficiency (one of the following) CBEST Writing score of 41 or higher Upper Division Writing Proficiency Exam (UDWPE) score of 10 or higher Passage of CSET Writing Skills test ENGL 305 or ENGL 406 or COMS 321 with a grade of C or better Credential Program Student Handbook Multiple Subject Orientation Page 15

18 5. Valid Fingerprint Clearance You must hold a valid Commission on Teacher Credentialing certificate, permit or credential during the time that you are in the program (i.e., if you hold a 30-Day Substitute Permit that will be expiring, you could either renew the permit or apply to obtain a Certificate of Clearance). The information to apply for the Certificate of Clearance is available through the Credential Office website at: 6. Candidate must be in good standing with the university 7. Basic Skills Requirement (BSR), one of the following is required California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST) All sections must be passed CSET Writing Skills Test (in conjunction with passage of CSET Multiple Subject exam) Check the Credential Office website for additional options to meet the BSR 8. EPC 315 Psychological Foundations of Learning and Teaching 9. SPED 420 Improving the Learning of Students with Special Needs 10. EED 472 Math Curriculum and Methods 11. EED 477A Literacy Instruction for Diverse Learners A Required Concurrent with Enrollment in EED 578A and EED 579 EED 477B Literacy Instruction for Diverse Learners B EED 578D Student Teaching (6 units) This is a field experience course for ITEP teacher candidates completing the Multiple Subject Credential Program. The field experience takes place in a participating public elementary school and provides opportunities for the credential candidate to work under the daily direction and guidance of a qualified supervising elementary teacher who exemplifies best practices in teaching all students, including English language learners and students with disabilities. A university faculty member supervises the fieldwork assignment. In this assignment, the candidate gradually assumes full responsibility for the complete instructional program. A minimum of 10 weeks of supervised teaching is required for this course. Candidates will complete the state mandated Teaching Performance Assessment (PACT Performance Assessment for California Teachers) during this experience. EED 579D Student Teaching Seminar (1 unit) This course is a 1-unit student teaching seminar in the Multiple Subject Credential Program ITEP pathway. The seminar provides opportunities for candidates to reflect upon and analyze fieldwork experiences. Student teachers learn to 1) assess their needs, 2) gather data, 3) analyze results, 4) problem solve, 5) modify teaching practices, and 6) determine implications of their experience for future instruction. Pre- requisites for EED 578D and EED 579D All pre and co-requisites for EED 578A and EED 579 EED 578A Student Teaching EED 579 Student Teaching Seminar CPR Certification Required Concurrent with Enrollment in EED 578D and EED 579D EED 480 Science/Social Science Curriculum and Methods Credential Program Student Handbook Multiple Subject Orientation Page 16

19 APPLYING TO STUDENT TEACH The Credential Office is responsible for verifying eligibility to enroll in student teaching. For this reason, you are required to submit a Student Teaching Application online You should do this early in the semester prior to student teaching. Once it has been determined that you are eligible, notification will be sent to the Elementary Education Department. Traditional Students - Student teaching applications are available at the following link: ITEP Students Student teaching applications are available at the following link: Intern Students Student teaching application are obtained through the Intern Coordinator. ACT Students You do not need to complete a student teaching application. Credential Program Student Handbook Multiple Subject Orientation Page 17

20 STUDENT TEACHING ASSIGNMENTS Traditional/ITEP The Elementary Education Student Teaching Coordinator is in charge of arranging your student teaching assignment. Once you have been cleared by the Credential Office, the Elementary Education Office will provide course and permission numbers for registration. To obtain these numbers please call Questions regarding registration should be directed to the Elementary Education Office. Student Teaching Contact Information ACT Dr. David Kretschmer ACT Program Coordinator (818) Room ED 1211 Intern Program Ms. Elaine Adelman Internship Program Coordinator (818) Room ED 1206 ITEP Ms. Pam Scherban- Sierra - Student Teaching Coordinator (818) elemst@csun.edu Room ED 1206 Traditional Ms. Pam Scherban- Sierra - Student Teaching Coordinator (818) elemst@csun.edu Room ED 1206 Credential Program Student Handbook Multiple Subject Orientation Page 18

21 PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT FOR CALIFORNIA TEACHERS (PACT) TEACHING EVENT PACT is a consortium of teacher preparation programs that have joined together to develop a teacher performance assessment (TPA). Successful completion of the TPA is mandated by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing in order to earn a California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential. The PACT Teaching Event is a performance assessment that addresses the 13 California Teacher Performance Expectations (TPE s), the teaching standards for California credential candidates. The Teacher Performance Assessment Teacher Performance Expectation Domains Making Subject matter comprehensible to students Assessing student learning Engaging and supporting students in learning Planning Instruction and Designing learning experiences for students Creating and maintaining effective environments for student learning Developing as a professional educator The Preliminary Teaching Event Completed during the first semester of student teaching or the second semester of internship Is an abridged version of the PACT Teaching Event Focuses on a single lesson with videotape, assessment and reflection The PACT Teaching Event (PACT TE) Completed during the final semester of student teaching Three to five day unit or plan Video tape of one of the lessons Assessment of students during the unit/includes student work Attention to academic language support Written commentary and reflection regarding the experience For detailed information regarding the Teaching Performance Assessment, please see the Elementary Student Teaching Handbook at Credential Program Student Handbook Multiple Subject Orientation Page 19

22 ADVISEMENT Academic advisement is provided to inform and assist you as you progress through your credential program. For your convenience, these resources are made available to you in several different ways: On-line Questions may be sent to an advisor via at Please allow 24 to 48 hours for a response to all inquiries. Expect a longer wait time during weekends and holiday breaks. Credential Office Advisement: Please schedule an appointment via our online system at NOTE: It is recommended that students review and bring their Credential Progress Report (CPR) when coming in to meet with an advisor. Also, please prepare specific questions in advance. ITEP Students Questions regarding credential program requirements may be directed to a credential advisor. Questions about fulfilling your bachelor s degree requirements must be directed to an advisor in the Liberal Studies Department. Department of Elementary Education At times you may need to consult with someone in Elementary Education. Here are a few reasons you may need to contact the Elementary Education Office directly: Questions regarding class scheduling To add or drop classes Registration difficulties Faculty contact Student teaching questions Questions regarding the Teaching Performance Assessment Credential Progress Reports Soon after admission, you can expect to receive a Credential Progress Report. This is your official university record which includes all the courses and requirements for the preliminary credential. It is recommended that you review this report soon after you have received it and contact a credential advisor if you have trouble interpreting it or if you note any discrepancies. You may refer back to this document throughout your program. You may also contact a credential advisor to have an updated report printed for you later in your program. Credential Program Student Handbook Multiple Subject Orientation Page 20

23 TIPS FOR SUCCESS Make copies of everything you submit to the Credential Office. Keep all documents in a well organized folder. Examples would include: Application Packet Original Test Score Reports CPR Card Correspondence Credential Progress Report Admission Letter Student Teaching Evaluations Course Substitution Request Forms (if applicable) Change of Program Forms (if applicable) Be aware of upcoming deadlines. Student Teaching Application (submit early in the semester prior to enrollment in student teaching for priority consideration) Credential Request (submit at the beginning of your last semester of coursework, provided CSUN coursework in progress that semester is all you have left to complete) Utilize this online handbook as a reference and to monitor your progress. See a Credential Advisor whenever you have questions regarding credential requirements or related regulations and policies. Be sure to receive critical information by checking your CSUN regularly. CSUN can be forwarded to your yahoo, hotmail or other preferred address. Simply go to log on and select mail forwarding. Use the services provided by the Campus Web Portal. Enroll in classes View your class schedule and grades View unofficial transcripts Check your CSUN Credential Program Student Handbook Multiple Subject Orientation Page 21