Roane State Community College. Department of Education. Handbook

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1 Roane State Community College Department of Education Handbook RSCC's education department's purpose is to provide a program of study that will contribute to the preparation of future teachers. Through instruction, outreach efforts with public schools and the use of technology, the department strives to prepare its students to transfer to four-year colleges where they will be successful in attaining a degree and license to teach. The courses are taught by specialists in their field of study who constantly strive to provide research-based instruction that enhances learning through critical thinking, knowledge of human development and the psychology of teaching. The faculty also strives to educate students regarding the behaviors of a multi-cultural pluralistic society in which they will teach. RSCC's Education Department offers classes for students transferring to a four-year university to complete their bachelor's degree and obtain a teaching license. Currently, we offer programs for early childhood (Pre-k-3), elementary (K-6), and secondary (7-12) education. 1 P age

2 Stacie Bradshaw Assistant Professor of Education Cody Villarreal Assistant Professor of Education EDU Faculty -3- Contact Information -4- Table of Contents Course Descriptions -5- AST Degree -6- AST Degree Checklist -7- Field Experience Guidelines -8- Praxis Information -9- Praxis Waiver Process Information P age

3 EDU Faculty Stacie Bradshaw Stacie Bradshaw graduated from Roane State in 2007 with her A.S. degree in Elementary Education and then went on to participate in the 2+2 program with Tennessee Tech. She graduated from TTU in 2009 with her B.S. degree in Multidisciplinary Studies (K-6), where she was then granted her K-6 teaching license. From there she went on to pursue her master s degree and earned her M.S. in Teacher Education from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville in Since then Stacie has worked at Roane State in the Education department. Stacie Bradshaw Assistant Professor of Education Roane County Campus, O Patton Lane Harriman, Tn ext [email protected] Cody Villarreal S. Cody Villarreal is a graduate of Roane State with her A.S. degree in General Studies. She then went on to Brigham Young University to earn her B.A. in History. After graduation from BYU, Cody went to Tennessee Tech University to receive her M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction as well as her Grades 7-12 Social Studies teaching license. Cody has worked for Tennessee Tech University and University of Phoenix, Las Vegas and Reno, NV campuses. From August 2009 until July 2012 Cody was an adjunct education instructor for Roane State. Cody Villarreal Assistant Professor of Education Oak Ridge Branch Campus, Briarcliff Avenue Oak Ridge, Tn ext [email protected] 3 P age

4 Contact Information 2+2 Advisors TTU, Elementary Education Vani Gaddam, Advisor K Cindra Cavin, Advisor RSCC Advising Resource Center (ARC) Resource-Center-ARC RSCC Counseling Services (Roane County) (Oak Ridge) Services RSCC Disability Services (Roane County) (Oak Ridge) Services RSCC Financial Aid GO2.RSCC x Download the RSCC Mobile App! State-Mobile-App Like us on Facebook! Roane State Education Department Follow us on RSCC Graduation Sheila Eason, Graduation Analyst ext Office RSCC Learning Center Mike Hill, Director Abigail Griffith Center RSCC Library (Roane County) (Oak Ridge) RSCC Service Learning John Brown ext Learning RSCC Student Activities Sarah Hooper Activities RSCC Testing Centers (Roane County) ext.2251 (Oak Ridge) 4 P age

5 Centers Course Descriptions EDU 101: Introduction to the Teaching Profession Credits: 2 Survey of the roles and responsibilities in the teaching profession and of current educational issues, practices, and problems. Information on employment opportunities, legal issues, changing social expectations of education institutions. F, Sp EDU 111: Introduction to Educating Exceptional Children Credits: 3 Examination of categories of exceptionality (mental retardation, giftedness, deafness, blindness, emotional disturbance, orthopedic impairment, etc.). Brief review of educational strategies used with particular problems. Site visits to acquaint the student with services, settings, and teacher roles. F, Sp EDU 210: Child & Adolescent Development Credits: 3 Comprehensive overview of human physical, psychological, and social development from prenatal to late adolescent development. F, Sp EDU 211: Educational Psychology Credits: 3 Focus on making classroom education more effective by applying specific principles from the following areas of psychology: development, learning, motivation, evaluation, individual differences, and adjustment. (Prerequisite: EDU 101 or permission of instructor) F, Sp EDU 223: Instructional Aids & Equipment Credits: 1 Basic operation of audiovisual hardware and selection, as well as the utilization of materials for developing instructional media. Students will be provided experiences with preparation of instructional materials using a variety of media. (Prerequisites: EDU 101 and computer skills) F, Sp EDU 231: Field Experiences I Credits: 2 A cooperative classroom experience for the student and local school systems. Student exposure to duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the teaching profession. F, Sp EDU 232: Field Experiences II Credits: 2 5 P age

6 A cooperative classroom experience for the student and local school systems. Student exposure to duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the teaching profession. (as needed) Associate of Science in Teaching (AST) POLS 1030 American Government OR SOCI 1010 Intro to Sociology The A.S.T. curriculum is designed for students who wish to complete the first two years of a program toward teacher certification in K-6 (elementary education) and then transfer to a Tennessee Board of Regents University for the completion of their four year degree. This curriculum will meet the lower division requirements for transfer to a Tennessee Board of Regents senior institution granting the bachelor s degree in elementary education. Due to varying requirements of four-year institutions, students are encouraged to select courses in consultation with an education advisor. Students who plan to transfer to the University of Tennessee or any other non-tbr university should contact their advisor for appropriate degree and transfer information. Degree Checklist Communication: All Required ENGL 1010 Composition I (pre-requisite: Completion of English Learning Support) ENGL 1020 Composition II SPCH 1010 Fundamentals of Speech Literature: One course* ENGL 2110 American Lit I ENGL 2120 American Lit II ENGL 2210 British Lit I ENGL 2220 British Lit II ENGL 2310 World Lit I ENGL 2320 World Lit II *(ENGL1020 is prerequisite) Humanities/Fine Arts 2 courses ARTH 1030 Art Appreciation OR MUS 1030 Music Appreciation AND one of the following: ARTH 2010 Survey of Art History I ARTH 2020 Survey of Art History II ARTH 1030 Art Appreciation (if not taken) MUS 1030 Music Appreciation (if not taken) PHIL 1030 Intro to Philosophy PHIL 121 Elementary Ethics PHIL 201 Intro to Religions of World THEA 1030 Intro to Theater Any other ENGL Literature course* *(ENGL1020 is prerequisite) Social Science 2 courses GEOG 2010 World Regional Geography AND History 2 courses HIST 2010 US History I AND/OR HIST 2020 US History II AND/OR HIST 2030 TN History Natural Science: 3 courses ASTR 1010 Astronomy I OR GEOL 1040 Physical Geology OR GEOL 1050 Historical Geology AND BIOL 1110 General Biology I AND MSC 1012 Physical Science Mathematics both required MATH 1410 Number Concepts/Algebra Structures (pre-requisite: Completion of Math Learning Support) MATH 1420 Problem Solving/Geometry (pre-requisite: Completion of MATH1410) MATH Elective - Choose one from the following: MATH 1130 College Algebra (pre-requisite: 19 ACT in math or MATH1000) MATH 1530 Probability and Statistics (pre-requisite: 19 ACT or Completion of Math Learning Support) MATH 1630 Finite Math (pre-requisite: 22 ACT in math or MATH1130) MATH 1720 Trigonometry (pre-requisite: MATH1130) MATH 1730 Pre-Calculus (pre-requisite: 23 ACT in math or MATH1130) MATH 1830 Calculus for Business (pre-requisite: 24 ACT in math or MATH1130) MATH 1910 Calculus I (pre-requisite: 26 ACT in math or MATH1130 and MATH1730) Area of Emphasis Requirements: 9 hours required 6 P age

7 Course Credit Hrs. EDU 101 Intro to Teaching Profession 2 EDU 223 Instructional Aids & Equipment 1 EDU 111 Intro Educ Exceptional Child 3 EDU 211 Educational Psychology 3 OR EDU 212 Child Develop & Psychology 3 Additional Degree Requirements: 1. Attainment of a 2.75 cumulative grade point average 2. Successful completion of PRAXIS I or ACT composite score of 22 or higher 3. Satisfactory rating on an index of suitability for the teaching profession (3 disposition forms) Associate of Science in Teaching Degree Checklist 1. Successfully complete course requirements as describe in the Roane State Community College Academic Catalog. The catalog can be found online at Click on Academic Programs and look up the Associate of Science in Teaching. 2. Pass the Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators Test with scores of 150 in Math, 156 in Reading, and 162 in Writing. This requirement can also be satisfied with an ACT score of 22 or higher or SAT score of 1020 or higher. To register for the Praxis, please visit If ACT or SAT score satisfies this requirement, scores must be on your student record. See the Records office to verify score is on file. 3. Obtain a GPA of 2.75 on all college level courses taken at Roane State Community College. 4. Request three people complete the disposition evaluation. Dispositions requests can be found at and click on Forms. The evaluators need to include: One K-12 teacher or principal who has seen you work with children One professor from an education or early childhood education course One professor of a college level course 5. Meet with your advisor to complete the Intent to Graduate form and transcript evaluation. Return your completed Intent to Graduate form and evaluation to the Graduation Office. 6. Take the Measure of Academic Proficiency and Progress (MAPP) Exam. 7. Order your cap and gown through the bookstore. Go to graduation! Other Recommendations Check your Roane State RaiderNet often! Communication from RSCC comes here, including announcements specifically for Education majors. Schedule periodic meetings with your advisor for transcript evaluation and go over any program updates. 7 P age

8 The Associate of Science in Teaching degree transfers into any elementary education licensure teaching program in the Tennessee Board of Regents system, as well as Carson-Newman University and Bethel University. Field Experience/Observation Guidelines EDU 101: 20 hours of observation EDU 231: 50 hours of field experience EDU 232: 50 hours of field experience There are certain guidelines that must be met before a student is allowed to complete the necessary hours inside a school system for their field experience or observation requirement. Students must obtain liability insurance, undergo sexual harassment training, adhere to a confidentiality statement, and follow an appropriate dress code. Liability Insurance: Unfortunately, it is necessary for teachers, or anyone who is working in the school system, to have some type of liability insurance. There are several difference agencies that offer liability insurance. We are not endorsing either of these groups nor are we suggesting that these are the only two ways in which you can secure liability insurance. The important thing is not where you get the insurance, but rather that you have some type of insurance prior to going into the schools. This has been added to the requirements of EDU 101, 231, and 232 for your protection. TEA/NEA: ( o By joining TEA/NEA you are automatically insured. For more information go to: The membership fee is around $25.00 (plus any local fees). Benefits will begin on September 1, 2013 and last until August 31, Professional Educators of Tennessee (PET) o By joining PET you are automatically insured. For more information go to: The membership fee is around $20.00 (plus any local fees). Sexual Harassment: All students who will be completing a field component are required to undergo sexual harassment training. RSCC provides this free of charge for all students. Students will simply log in, complete the training, successfully complete the quiz, print the certificate, and turn it into the course instructor. The quiz can be found at the following link: Confidentiality Statement: Because of the nature of information that EDU students will have access to, it is vital that all information gained inside a public classroom remains confidential. Students are required to sign a statement in which they are informed of the policy and that they agree to the terms. No student will be allowed in the classroom without this completed form. Dress Code: While students are completing their hours in the field, they are required to adhere to the dress code of the school in which they are placed. They must present themselves as professional at all times. This means that they are not to wear clothes with holes in them, no 8 P age

9 clothing with inappropriate images or words, and all clothing must be neat and professional in nature. We recommend that EDU field placement students follow the teacher dress code. Background Checks (and other testing): Some school districts require students to obtain a background check or submit for alcohol and drug testing. This will be done following individual district guidelines and will be the student s responsibility. Praxis Information Every student wishing to pursue an AST degree with Roane State Community College must successfully complete the Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators Test. The only exceptions to this are an ACT score of 22 or higher or an SAT score of 1020 or higher. It is recommended that students attempt the Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators Test no later than the first semester of their sophomore year. This will allow sufficient time for scores to be sent to our records department as well as allow time for retesting (if necessary). Roane State does provide free online tutoring to students who wish to complete it before attempting the test for the first time. You will need to contact RSCC s learning center in order to have an account set up for you. There are three parts to the Praxis exam: Math, Reading, and Writing. The following scores represent passing: Math: 150 Reading: 156 Writing: 162 You can register for test through the following website: The testing codes are as follows: Core Academic Skills for Educators: Mathematics 5732 Core Academic Skills for Educators: Reading 5712 Core Academic Skills for Educators: Writing 5722 You will need to make sure that you have your scores sent to RSCC and the university in which you plan to transfer. Listed below are codes that you may need: RSCC: RA1656 TTU: RA1804 UTK: RA P age

10 Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators Test Waiver Process *Note: The Praxis Core Waiver will be discontinued as of August 1, No waivers will be granted after this time. The Praxis waiver is for those students who are seeking an AST degree from Roane State Community College and have attempted all parts of the Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators Test. A student may only choose to waive one section of the Praxis and they MUST meet the GPA and score range outlined below. Instructions for completion of this form: 1. Student will meet with their academic advisor to discuss eligibility of waiver (See Requirements for Praxis Waiver listed below) 2. Student will contact learning center to gain recommendation. 3. Form will be sent directly from learning center to Stacie Bradshaw at [email protected] for final approval. 4. If approved, form will be sent to our graduation analyst. If NOT approved, student will be notified and will have right to appeal. Appeal Process: 1. If student has been denied a waiver for their Praxis exam, they can contact Stacie Bradshaw ([email protected]) or Cody Villarreal ([email protected]) to notify them of the request for appeal. 2. The request for appeal form will need to be completed and submitted prior to the appeal being reviewed. 3. The final decision will be made by the committee. Requirements for Praxis Waiver: 1. Student must have attempted the exam two times 2. Student must have completed 10 hours of tutoring through the RSCC Learning Center prior to taking the test the second time. 3. Student must meet the GPA and Praxis I score range outlined below: within 3 points of passing within 2 points of passing within 1 points of passing *If GPA is a 2.74 or below, please make appointment with your advisor to discuss AST. Appeal Process: 10 P age

11 1. Student will need to contact Stacie Bradshaw or Cody Villarreal to request an appeal. 2. Student will complete and submit the Request for Appeal form. 3. Appeal will be reviewed by the committee and they will make the final decision. 2+2 Elementary Education Program with Tennessee Technological University The TTU's 2+2 program for elementary education enables students to complete a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education on one of four RSCC campuses: Cumberland, Oak Ridge, Roane, or Scott. The first two years of coursework are taken with RSCC by completing the AST degree. The last two years of coursework are taken through TTU while allowing students to remain on a RSCC campus. Most classes are day classes, but schedule is determined by TTU and may change. 2+2 information may be picked up from your academic advisor, or one of the EDU faculty members. It is important to remember that this program only starts every fall with a new cohort. Below is an overview of the guidelines that must be met prior to starting the TTU 2+2 program: Must apply to TTU and the College of Education. Must make sure official transcripts are sent at the end of each semester and once your degree has posted. Intent to Participate Due No Later than March 1st of the year you wish to enroll. Background Check must be completed prior to starting the program. Entrance Interview must be completed prior to starting the program. For more information and the needed forms you may find those at: Or contact one of the 2+2 Advisors listed below: Roane & Scott County Campuses: Vani Gaddam [email protected] Cumberland & Oak Ridge Campuses: K Cindra Cavin [email protected] 11 P age