EXHIBIT 6.4.J !!!!!!! Initial (BS) Initial & Advanced (MAT) Advanced (MS, MAED, MSA, JMSW)

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1 EXHIBIT 6.4.J Policies, Procedures, and Practices to Ensure Candidate Access to Distance Learning Initial (BS) Agriculture, Art, Birth-Kindergarten, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Comprehensive Social Studies, Elementary, English, Family and Consumer Sciences, Mathematics, & Music. Initial & Advanced (MAT) Biology, Birth-Kindergarten, Business, Chemistry, Comprehensive Social Studies, Elementary, English, Family and Consumer Sciences, Health and Physical Education, Mathematics, Special Education, and Technology. Advanced (MS, MAED, MSA, JMSW) MS - Agricultural Education MS - Instructional Technology MAED - Elementary Education MAED - Reading Education MSA School Administration MS - School Counseling* MSW - Social Work** *Accredited through CACREP **In NCATE accreditation process at University of North Carolina at Greensboro since it s a joint program between NCA&T and UNCG. TABLE OF CONTENTS 6.4.j.1 Model Classroom expenditures 6.4.j.2 Distance Education Resources 6.4.j.3 Taskstream Description 6.4.j.4 Unit Website (Links)

2 Distance Education Enhancing the educational experiences for distance learning students was necessary to ensure that distance learning students had access to teaching and learning experiences and services parallel to face-to-face teaching. The Center for Distance Learning (CDL) staff has made efforts to enhance not only the academic degree programs offered, but also the services provided to distance learning students. Distance learning students can register for distance learning courses online or by visiting the CDL Office. Instructions on paying their bill, how to apply for an NCA&TSU account, login instructions, and the Blackboard link to classes are published on the University and on the CDL websites, and Additionally, the Division of Information Technology created a non-credit online Student Orientation Course to provide potential and current NCA&TSU students with information about Blackboard and online learning in general. It contains short, interactive video tutorials and other engaging materials. Furthermore, students are able to pay their bill online using Web for Students (Aggie Access Online) and have the opportunity to access the University Bookstore online to purchase textbooks without visiting the campus. The Bookstore also accepts credit card information via or fax. Positive working relationships between CDL and areas such as the Registrar s Office, the Treasurer s Office, University Bookstore, Admissions, Graduate School, and the Library have been established to provide better services and information to distance learning students. The Program Assistant works to assist distance learning students with registration, course information, processing tuition and fees for special populations, processing drop and withdrawal requests, and answering questions regarding the academic service provider and their online courses. To enhance quality of services received by distance learning students, the Office of Institutional Research (IR) administers the confidential student opinion survey which students complete at the end of the semester. Distance learning students utilize this online survey tool to provide feedback regarding their experiences with the course, instructor, course management system, and with selected University service units. IR compiles student comments and concerns and distributes reports to all units involved. These comments are used to identify specific student needs and concerns and make revisions, where possible, to increase retention in distance learning courses.

3 21 st Century Classroom Grade 3 July 9, 2014 Make sure that your purchases support our learning priorities: literacy, numeracy, project base learning in content areas, multi-modal instruction, and 21st century skills: creativity, collaboration, communication and critical thinking skills 20 Exercise ball chairs ($98 x 20= $1,960) The flexible seat keeps you comfortable in a variety of postures and swivels to keep sightlines open between student and instructor, whiteboard, and other students. Ipad Mini workstation i- Blason ArmorBox Kido series cases ($19.99 x 6=$199.94) Tablet Charging Cart ($650) Apple ipad Mini ($299 x 6= $1,794) Student Response System ELMO student response system ($600) Fountas and Pinnell Independent Readers Lev. K- P ($995) Fountas and Pinnell Independent Readers Lev. C- N ($995) Optimize and expand your struggling readers' reading power with the LLI Red and Blue System Choice Libraries carefully selected high- quality, trade books (levels C- P) in a range of genres and captivating topics. Many are from series that readers will recognize, or by authors they know well. Book Carts for Leveled Library ($220 x2)

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6 Taskstream During the academic year, the decision was made to transition from LiveText to Taskstream. The Unit began the implementation of Taskstream in the academic year. Taskstream is a cloud-based tool for effective assessment and accountability. The assessment plan for initial and advanced programs is formalized and continuously revised in the platform through the Unit s Assessment Committee and Teacher Education Council. All teacher education assessment processes from admission to teacher education to applying for licensure through major content evidences, field experiences, and clinical practice are completed in Taskstream (6.4.j._). University faculty and cooperating teachers from partnership schools receive complimentary Taskstream accounts while candidates purchase a subscription for four years (undergraduate) or two years (graduate). Four-year subscriptions cost $104 and two-year subscriptions cost $69. A limited number of complimentary accounts are available for candidates who demonstrate financial need. Since 2011, about 290 faculty and cooperating teachers have subscribed to Taskstream to evaluate work submitted by candidates. Since 2011, about 324 graduate candidates and 265 undergraduate candidates have purchased Taskstream to engage in the assessment process of the Unit. The unit subscribes to Lynda.com, a web-based service that hosts thousands of training videos taught by industry experts for the purpose of targeted training for specific topics. In addition, the Unit has a Vimeo Pro account to host training videos for faculty and students that are produced in-house.

7 School of Education - North Carolina A&T State University Menu (/INDEX.HTML) Proctor Hall School of Education In this section School of Education Mission Statement To prepare exemplary educators and human service professionals to lead and engage in the local community and on a global stage. We believe in preparing future educators for careers defined by excellence, instilling in our students a lifelong passion for public service, and emphasizing the importance of collaboration with all the key stakeholders in education, in both local and global communities. The Department of Curriculum and Instruction ( /soe/cuin/index.html) provides the professional studies component for the next generation of effective teachers and school personnel who will work with 21 st century learners from diverse backgrounds. Studies in the Department of Human Development and Services ( /schools-colleges1/soe/hdsv/index.html) are grounded in philosophical, theoretical, methodological, and practical foundations that describe adult education, counseling practice, or leadership. For careers in clinical, corporate, commercial, and community physical fitness, we offer classes in the Department of Human Performance and Leisure Studies ( 1 of 4 11/1/14, 2:51 PM

8 School The of Education Department - North of Carolina Leadership A&T State Studies University ( /index.html) is an interdisciplinary unit that focuses on service learning, research, developing innovative practices, and solving complex challenges through leadership. Excellent instruction and our internship program are the keys to helping NC A&T students grow as educators from pre-service to in-service teachers, counselors, administrators, and other school personnel. About the School of Education Where Professionals Explore Discover and Become Catalysts for Learning and Leading The School of Education is a learning centered organization that prepares a variety of educators and human services professionals and supports their continuing professional development. Building on our Historically Black College and University (HBCU) legacy of exemplary teaching and scholarship, as well as effective public service, we offer degrees at the baccalaureate, master's, and doctorial levels. Our graduates are catalysts for learning and leading in diverse contexts who engage in collaborative practice with key stakeholders from local to global communities. NEWS EVENTS CALENDAR 2 of 4 11/1/14, 2:51 PM

9 School of Education - North Carolina A&T State University Alzheimer s Caregivers Education Conference set for Nov. 1 (/news/2014/10/caregivers-conference.html) For the sixth year in a row, N.C. A&T State University will host the Caregivers Education Conference. School of Ag Associate Dean Wins Distinguished Service Award (/news/2014/10/school-ag.html) Dr. Antoine J. Alston, received the George Washington Carver Distinguished Service Award by Iowa State University. N.C. A&T Appoints New Dean of Students (/news/2014/10/deanof-students.html) Marc J. Williams has been named the dean of students and associate vice chancellor for the Division of Student Affairs at North Carolina A&T State University. NEWS ARCHIVE (/NEWS/2014/INDEX.HTML) University Events Center Click Here ( /run/wv_event.weeklist?evdt= ,evfilter= ) IMPORTANT LINKS Fall Family Counseling Conference November (/academics/schools-colleges1/soe/fall Family Counseling Conference 2014 Revised.pdf) Public School Partnership Engagement ( ) Training and Development TaskStream (/academics/schools-colleges1/soe/aboutus/training-development.html) 3 of 4 NC A&T Teaching Fellows (/academics/schools-colleges1/soe/student-services/ncteachingfellows.html) 11/1/14, 2:51 PM

10 School of Education Candidates - North Performance Carolina A&T Data State (/academics/schools-colleges1/soe/teacher-education/cpd.html) University National Advisory Board School of Education (/academics/schools-colleges1/soe/national Advisory Board.pdf) Middle College NCA&T ( POINTS OF PRIDE The College of Engineering ranks No. 1 for the number of degrees awarded to African Americans U.S. News and World Report ranks the COE in the top third of the Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs N.C. A&T is the home National Science Fou Engineering Researc (ERC) MAPS + DIRECTIONS (/ADMISSIONS/UNDERGRADUATE/VISIT-US/MAP-DIRECTIONS.HTML) CONTACT (/FOOTER-NAVIGATION/CONTACT-US.HTML) OPPORTUNITIES (/HR/SEARCH-APPLY/INDEX.HTML) LEGAL INFORMATION (/LEGAL/INDEX.HTML) 4 of 4 11/1/14, 2:51 PM

11 Distance Education Enhancing the educational experiences for distance learning students was necessary to ensure that distance learning students had access to teaching and learning experiences and services parallel to face-to-face teaching. The Center for Distance Learning (CDL) staff has made efforts to enhance not only the academic degree programs offered, but also the services provided to distance learning students. Distance learning students can register for distance learning courses online or by visiting the CDL Office. Instructions on paying their bill, how to apply for an NCA&TSU account, login instructions, and the Blackboard link to classes are published on the University and on the CDL websites, and Additionally, the Division of Information Technology created a non-credit online Student Orientation Course to provide potential and current NCA&TSU students with information about Blackboard and online learning in general. It contains short, interactive video tutorials and other engaging materials. Furthermore, students are able to pay their bill online using Web for Students (Aggie Access Online) and have the opportunity to access the University Bookstore online to purchase textbooks without visiting the campus. The Bookstore also accepts credit card information via or fax. Positive working relationships between CDL and areas such as the Registrar s Office, the Treasurer s Office, University Bookstore, Admissions, Graduate School, and the Library have been established to provide better services and information to distance learning students. The Program Assistant works to assist distance learning students with registration, course information, processing tuition and fees for special populations, processing drop and withdrawal requests, and answering questions regarding the academic service provider and their online courses. To enhance quality of services received by distance learning students, the Office of Institutional Research (IR) administers the confidential student opinion survey which students complete at the end of the semester. Distance learning students utilize this online survey tool to provide feedback regarding their experiences with the course, instructor, course management system, and with selected University service units. IR compiles student comments and concerns and distributes reports to all units involved. These comments are used to identify specific student needs and concerns and make revisions, where possible, to increase retention in distance learning courses.