Academic Planner for the Associate of Arts in Teaching (AAT) Degree

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1 Academic Planner for the Associate of Arts in Teaching (AAT) Degree Name: Date: Name of Four-Year Institution: The AAT Academic Planner will help you plan the courses you need to complete in order to earn the AAT at Jefferson College. Intended Initial Area of Certification (Check): Early Childhood Education (Birth Grade 3) Elementary Education (Grades 1 6) Middle School Education (Grades 5 9) Subject area(s): English Math Science Social Studies Secondary Education (Grades 9 12) Subject area(s): Special Education (area): Other (specify): Steps to Take To Complete This Planner Note: You should use a pencil to complete the checklist. 1. On the AAT Checklist on the back of this page, mark an X in the appropriate column of courses you have already passed (Passed) or are taking in the current semester (Now). 2. Look at the remaining classes you need to take. While considering prerequisites and sequencing of courses, identify the courses you should take during your next semester. Mark an X in the Next Sem. column for each course. Consult the Resource for AAT Planning to help you identify some of these courses. 3. For each course you need to take after next semester, indicate the semester and year you plan to take it in the Future Sem. column. One way to do so is to use F (fall), Sp (spring), Su (summer) and include the year, e.g., F12 for Fall Complete the Class Choices for Next Semester table. (Indicate the Course Number, Day(s) and Times the class section meets, the CRN from the online course schedule, and number of hours.) Keep this Academic Planner, and update it every semester until you earn your AAT. Updating this planner will help ensure that you complete the necessary requirements to earn your degree. Use the planner to help you determine the courses in which you should enroll each semester. Then, meet with one of the Teacher Education Program faculty to review your plans before registering for classes for next semester. Additional Notes Note: The area you intend to pursue and the four-year program you plan to attend will determine some of the courses you need to take. To identify these courses, complete the following steps. Consult a representative from your four-year program. Refer to the Resource for AAT Planning, e.g., Special Considerations Regarding Completing AAT Degree Requirements. Recommended Electives If you have space in your schedule to take additional classes, you should choose from among the following that may/will meet requirements for your four-year degree. (Refer to requirements from your four-year program.) ** You need to take SOC 101 and ECO 100 for ECE, Elem. Ed. or Middle School. However, you do not need to take them in order to earn your AAT. Jefferson College Option 1: Early Childhood Education (Birth - Grade 3) Choose from among the following recommended electives: SOC101 General Sociology (3) (Required for )** ECO100 Intro to Economics (3) (Required for )** ECE102 Intro to ECE (4) ECE103 Child Health, Nutrition, and Safety (3) ECE108 Infant/Toddler Care (3) ECE201 ECE Lab (2) ECE212 Family, School, Community Relations (3) ECE214 ECE Administration (3) Option 2: Elementary Ed. (1-6) and Middle School Education (5-9) Choose from among the following recommended electives: SOC101 General Sociology (Required for )** ECO100 Intro to Economics (Required for )** GEO103 World Regional Geography HPE130 Personal Health PE 1- hour activity class ECE103 Child Health, Nutrition, and Safety Option 3: Secondary Education (9-12) Take courses in the subject area you plan to teach. Suggested: SOC101General Sociology Recommended Sequencing of Courses Semester 1 PR PR or C-R EDU105 ENG101(H) (Prerequisite for all EDU classes except for EDU 105) None See Jefferson College Catalog PSY101(H) None Mathematics Course See Jefferson College Catalog Semester 2 PR PR or C-R EDU205 ENG101 EDU105 EDU210 ENG101 and EDU105 One of the following (check 4- year program preference): PSY201/PSY202/PSY205 PSY101 Semester 3 PR PR or C-R EDU225 ENG101,EDU105, and PSY101 PSY201, PSY202, or PSY205 EDU235 (Elective) ENG101,EDU105, and PSY101 PSY201, PSY202, or PSY205 Semester 4 PR PR or C-R EDU230 ENG101,EDU105, EDU205, EDU210, and PSY101 EDU225 and PSY201, PSY202, or PSY205 PR (Prerequisites): Students must complete the listed course(s) in the Prerequisites column before taking the course in the first column. PR or C-R (Prerequisites or Co-requisites): Students must either complete the listed course(s) in the Prerequisites or Co-requisites column before taking the course in the first column or take the listed course(s) in the Prerequisites or Co-requisites column during the same semester as the course in the first column. Note: We encourage students to take courses during the summer. You should meet with one of the Teacher Education Program faculty each semester to review your plans before registering for classes. We do NOT intend for this planner to substitute for meeting with a Teacher Education faculty advisor.

2 Academic Planner for the Associate of Arts in Teaching (AAT) Degree Name: Date: Jefferson College Intended Initial Area of Certification: Name of Four-Year Institution: Directions: Using a pencil, mark an X in the appropriate box next to each course you have taken/must take for your degree. (See information on the Resource for AAT Planning as well.) Then, complete the Class Choices for Next Semester table. Notes: (H) indicates that an Honors section is available. Courses with course numbers under 100 do not fulfill AAT requirements; however, these courses may serve as prerequisites for required courses for some students. If applicable, list these courses in Additional Courses Not Applied Toward Degree below. AAT CHECKLIST (The AAT requires 62 total credit hours.) GENERAL EDUCATION (REQUIRED: 42 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS) Communications (9 credit hours) Required ENG101(H) English Composition I (3) Required ENG102(H) English Composition II (3) Choice SPD105 (H) Oral Communication (3) OR SPD175 Public Speaking (3) (9 credit hours) Choose three (3) classes from at least two (2) areas. Write course numbers/names. (See list.) Choice (3) Choice (3) Choice (3) Mathematics (3 credit hours) For ECE/Elem. Ed./Middle only Choice MTH130 Structure of the Real Number For Secondary Education Choice MTH131 Intro to College Math (3) OR MTH134 College Algebra (3) OR Higher level math course (specify): Passed Now Next Sem. Science (7 credit hours) Choose two (2) classes; at least one (1) class must have a lab. Write course numbers/names. (See list.) Check here if lab class: Check here if lab class: Social and Behavioral (12 credit hours) Choice HST103 (H) U.S. History I (3) OR Required HST104 (H) U.S. History II (3) PSC102 U.S./MO Gov/Constitutions (3) Required PSY101 (H) General Psychology (3) Choice PSY201 Child Development (3) OR PSY202 Adolescent Psychology (3) OR PSY205 Human Development (3) Future Sem. TEACHER EDUCATION CORE (REQUIRED: 13 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS) Required EDU105 Exploring the Field of Ed.(1) Required EDU205 Technology for Teachers (3) Required EDU210 Foundations of Education (3) Required EDU225 Educational Psychology (3) Required EDU230 Teaching Profession With Field Experience (3) ELECTIVES (REQUIRED: 6 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS) You need to choose additional courses (with course numbers of at least 100) so that your total number of credit hours is at least 62. Choosing Electives Select courses that you need to meet prerequisites for your four-year program and/or choose from the Recommended Electives. (See list). Write course numbers/names. (You may not need every line.) Choice EDU235 Education of the Exceptional Learner (3) (Recommended for education majors.) ADDITIONAL COURSES NOT APPLIED TOWARD DEGREE List other courses you have taken/must take that are not part of degree requirements (e.g., prerequisite courses with course numbers below 100). Class Choices for Next Semester Semester/Year: Passed Now Next Sem. Future Sem. Additional General Education Hours (2 credit hours, not 2 classes) Write course number(s)/name(s) below (may be from any General Education course(s) in the above listed areas). INSTITUTIONAL REQUIREMENT: FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE COURSE (REQUIRED: 1-3 HOURS) Choice COL101 Introduction to College: Strategies for Success (1) OR GUD136 Mastering the College Exp. You should meet with one of the Teacher Education Program faculty each semester to review your plans before registering for classes. We do NOT intend for this planner to substitute for meeting with a Teacher Education faculty advisor.

3 Resource for AAT Planning Jefferson College This resource contains information to help you complete the AAT Academic Planner. General Requirements and Information Students must achieve an overall minimum GPA of 2.5. However, students should strive to earn a much higher GPA than the minimum to enhance their opportunities for future employment. Four-year institutions may offer transfer scholarships for students with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.25 or 3.5. Students should check with individual institutions for more information. Students must earn a final semester grade of C or better in all education courses and in a developmental psychology course (PSY 201, 202, or 205). Students should strive to earn an A (or at least a B) in all courses. We recommend that students take honors courses when possible. They will enhance your teaching résumé and may help you earn scholarships hours: honors certificate; 12+ hours: honors diploma Criteria (2 of 3): (1) 3.3 GPA, (2) Recommendation of instructor/counselor, (3) ACT of 24/SAT of 1100/COMPASS Writing of 90+ Students must earn a minimum score of 235 on each section of the CBASE in order to earn the AAT Degree. Plan to take the CBASE during the semester you are enrolled in Foundations of Education (EDU210). Note: Some four-year transfer institutions may have additional requirements, including higher GPA or CBASE scores. We encourage students to work closely with an advisor from the receiving institution to understand how to prepare to meet all entrance requirements. Use the Tables Below to Plan Your Classes for Future Semesters Semester and Year: Semester and Year: Semester and Year: Semester and Year:

4 Information About Teacher Education Courses: Topics and Activities EDU 105 Exploring the Field of Education EDU 225 Educational Psychology Helps you determine if teaching is an appropriate career choice for Helps you develop an understanding of teaching, learning, and you to pursue assessment Career exploration Constructivist teaching Teacher education and preparation The learner and the learning process Teacher qualities and responsibilities Assessment The impact of teaching Classroom processes that increase student motivation Five (5) hours of exploratory field experience Instructional strategies for students with special needs EDU 205 Technology for Teachers Helps you to learn how to integrate instructional technology into your classrooms State and national standards for technology in education Software applications (Microsoft Office) Integrating technology into the curriculum The social, ethical, legal, and human issues surrounding the use of technology Technology in assessment and evaluation EDU 210 Foundations of Education Helps you build a knowledge base about the many aspects of education Skills for effective teaching Understanding your students Guidelines for teaching (e.g., curriculum and philosophy) Other influences on the teaching environment (e.g., finance, governance, law) Six (6) hours of focused field research plus attendance at a school board meeting EDU 230 Teaching Profession with Field Experience Helps you gain more involved experience in teaching and utilize the knowledge and abilities you have developed throughout the program Application of understanding of aspects teaching Focus on own professional development as a teacher 30 hours of field experience to integrate understanding into real-world practice Practice teaching experience in schools through the Junior Achievement program Real-world experience in schools as a Classroom Teaching Assistant, tutor, etc. EDU 235 Education of the Exceptional Learner Helps you attain knowledge, skills, and dispositions that will enable you to work effectively with exceptional learners in general education or special education Legislation regarding providing a free and appropriate education to exceptional learners Legal rights of exceptional learners Major categories of exceptionality and criteria for identification Instructional strategies, classroom management and environmental modifications that promote learning on the part of exceptional students Resources, including technology and community resources, which are available to facilitate the education of exceptional learners Roles and responsibilities of teachers, parents, students and professionals, including IEPs.

5 Lists of and Science Courses That Fulfill Requirements for the AAT Select three (3) classes from at least two (2) areas. See Special Considerations list also. Consult the humanities requirements of your four-year program. Education majors may wish to consider taking a literature class to help prepare for the CBASE. ART101 Art Appreciation ART103 Survey Art I ART105 Survey Art II ART107 Modern Art HST201 Medieval Civilization HST202 Renaissance/Early Modern Europe HST203 Modern Europe HST210 Asian Civilization HST235 Women in History HUM125 Seminar in World Cultures HUM250(H) Honors HUM260(H) Liberal Arts Seminar (Honors) HUM270(H) Leadership Development Studies Through the FRN253 French Reading SPN253 Spanish Reading MSC101 Fundamentals of Music MSC103 Music Theory I Lab MSC131 Music Appreciation MSC133 Jazz Appreciation MSC135 History of Rock & Roll MSC137 World Music MSC231 Music Lit Before 1750 MSC232 Music Lit After 1750 PHL101 Logic PHL102 Introduction to Philosophy PHL201 World Religions PHL202(H) Ethics (Honors) SPD120(H) Theatre Appreciation (Honors) ENG105 Literary Types: Poetry/Short Story ENG106 Literary Types: Drama/Short Novel ENG122 Film Appreciation ENG215(H) World Literature Before 1650 (Honors) ENG216 World Literature After 1650 ENG225 English Literature Before 1800 ENG226 English Literature After 1800 ENG228 American Literature Before 1865 ENG229 American Literature After 1865 ENG235(H) Shakespeare Plays (Honors) ENG250(H) Mythology (Honors) ENG255(H) Literary Types: Poetry (Honors) At least one (1) class must have a lab. See Special Considerations list also. Consult the science requirements of your four-year program. The number of credit hours follows each course. BIO101 General Biology (Honors) (5) Lab BIO102 Concepts in Biology (3) BIO109 Ecology and Environmental Conservation (3) BIO113 Microbiology for the Health (4) Lab BIO120 Human Anatomy and Physiology (5) Lab BIO201 Genetics (4) BIO205 General Botany (5) Lab BIO206 General Zoology (5) Lab BIO207 Vertebrate Anatomy (4) Lab BIO211 Anatomy and Physiology I (4) Lab BIO215 General Microbiology (5) Lab CHM101 Introductory Chemistry (5) Lab CHM102 Concepts in Chemistry (3) CHM111 General Chemistry I (5) Lab PHY101 Survey of Physical Science (5) Lab PHY102 Topics in the Physical (3) PHY105 Physical Geology (4) Lab PHY106 Introduction to Astronomy (4) Lab PHY111 Elementary College Physics I (5) PHY223 General Physics I (4)

6 Special Considerations Regarding Completing AAT Degree Requirements ALL Teacher Education Students General Considerations Communications ENG101 is a prerequisite for all education courses, except EDU105 All education majors should consider taking a literature class to help prepare for CBASE. Mathematics We strongly recommended that education majors take math as early in their program as possible. Social/Behavioral PSY101 is a prerequisite for PSY 201/202/205; PSY201, 202, OR 205 is a pre- or co-requisite for EDU225 (Educational Psychology). Your enrollment in one of these courses (PSY201/202/205) depends on your area of ; consult a Teacher Education Program faculty member) Note: Although the total number of required general education hours is 42; a student s total may exceed this number because of required courses for. See more information on electives for each level of on the AAT Academic Planner. Consult a Teacher Education Program faculty member and your four-year program requirements to choose electives. You can find more transfer information for four-year programs on the Jefferson College website. o Go to and click on Student Services. Next, click on Advising & Retention Center. Then, click on Transfer Resources. The following tables include special considerations by level of. They also include considerations for three of the institutions to which many of our students transfer. If you have room in your schedule to take additional classes, choose from the classes in the table for your level/four-year program. Early Childhood Education (Birth Grade 3) * Since programs change their requirements often, we recommend that you consult an advisor from your four-year program to verify their specific requirements. ECE General* Missouri Baptist* UMSL* SEMO* Take MSC131/133 or ART101/103/105; PHL101/102; SPD120/ENG 122 Mathematics Take MTH130 Take MTH130 and Social/Behavioral Elective: EDU235 Electives: SOC101 and ECO100 Electives: ECE102 Take both sciences with a lab Must have both a U.S. History and U.S. Government class for Both are required for Course is a prerequisite for some of the other ECE courses for transfer (ECE201, ECE212). Take BIO101/102 and CHM101/102 or PHY101/102 (only 1 with lab) Take both US History I and US History II Take EDU235 MTH134 Take BIO101 and a Physical Science course Electives: ECE103 Take ECE103 or HPE130 Electives: HPE130 Required Take ECE103 or Electives: 1-hour PE activity course Choose from HPE101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 120, 122, 124; NOT HPE132 HPE130 Take PSY201 Required

7 Elementary Education (Grades 1-6) * Since programs change their requirements often, we recommend that you consult an advisor from your four-year program to verify their specific requirements. Elementary Ed. General* Missouri Baptist* UMSL* SEMO* Take MSC131/133 or ART101/103/105; PHL101/102; SPD120/ENG 122 Mathematics Take MTH130 Take MTH130 and Social/Behavioral Elective: EDU235 Electives: SOC101 and ECO100 Electives: ECE 102 Take both sciences with a lab Must have both a U.S. History and U.S. Government class for Both are required for Course is a prerequisite for some of the other ECE courses for transfer (ECE201, ECE212). MTH134/higher level Take BIO101/102 and CHM101/102 or PHY101/102 (only 1 with lab) Need both US History I and US History II Take EDU235 Take MTH130 and MTH134/higher level Take BIO101 and a Physical Science course Electives: ECE 103 Take ECE103 or HPE130 Electives: HPE 130 Take HPE130 Take ECE103 or Electives: 1-hour PE activity course Choose from HPE101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 120, 122, 124; NOT HPE 132 HPE130 Include an art appreciation course Need PSY201 Middle School Education (Grades 5-9) * Since programs change their requirements often, we recommend that you consult an advisor from your four-year program to verify their specific requirements. Middle School Ed. General* Missouri Baptist* UMSL* SEMO* Take MSC131/133 or ART101/103/105; PHL101/102; SPD120/ENG122 Mathematics Take MTH130 Take MTH130 and Social/Behavioral Elective: EDU235 Electives: SOC101 and ECO100 Take both sciences with a lab Must have both a U.S. History and U.S. Government class for Both are required for MTH134/higher level Take BIO101/102 and CHM101/102 or PHY101/102 (only 1 with lab; Take BIO 109/205/206 or PHY 105 and CHM111 Take either US History I and US History II (Take both if major area is social studies) Take EDU235 Take MTH130 and MTH134/higher level Take BIO101 and a Physical Science course Include an art appreciation course

8 Secondary Education (Grades 9-12) * Since programs change their requirements often, we recommend that you consult an advisor from your four-year program to verify their specific requirements. Secondary Ed. General* Missouri Baptist* UMSL* SEMO* Mathematics Social/Behavioral Elective: EDU235 Electives Include courses in your major area, if applicable Take MTH131 or MTH134 depending on your major area Take 1 science with a lab and 1 science without a lab (Take both with lab if you plan to teach science) Must have both a U.S. History and U.S. Government class for Take courses in subject area you plan to teach Recommended: SOC101 Take MSC131/133 or ART101/103/105; PHL101/102; SPD120/ENG 122 Take MTH180 if teaching math/science; all else take MTH134 Take BIO101/102 and CHM101/102 or PHY101/102 (only 1 with lab) (See MBU information if you plan to teach science) Take EDU235 Take a Biology course and a Physical Science course Include an art appreciation course; if your major area is social studies, include 6 hours of civilization courses.