Transcript Seminar Session 2 - Misericordia University

Session 2
Admissions: Testing, and IRP
TED 100 Education Seminar
TED 190 Ed Seminar Field
Dr. Steve Broskoske
Outline
• Applying for Ed Seminar
Field placement
• Understanding Staterequired Testing
• Applying for PAPA
REMINDER: Print Materials
from Course Website
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Locate materials on Website and print
them out ASAP!
Work on these materials as we proceed
through this seminar.
1: Print materials.
2: Work on them every
class.
REMINDER: Print Materials
from Course Website
Course
Web Site
www.misericordia.edu/academics/education/drsteve
TED 190
Ed Seminar Field
Ed Seminar Field
• Will be conducted at a school district of
your choice. Depending on scheduling, you
could visit your home school district.
• Can request to be placed with 1 or 2
teachers in the same district as you desire.
• Schedule 2 or more visits (10 hours total).
About Ed. Seminar Field
• Mrs. Brague and Dr. Steve will prepare a
letter of entry into the school to secure
permission for you to attend.
• Next week, bring a copy of your clearances
(and a copy of your TB test if you have it)
to include with the letter.
Applying for Ed. Seminar Field
• On this form:
– Provide contact information.
– Request a placement (district, grade level, and
optionally specify a building).
– Provide an update on clearances.
Contact Information
Provide a means to contact you during
this semester.
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Student name:
___________________
Student e-mail:
__________________
Student phone(s): __________________
School District/State __________________
School Placement Request
Field Day 1/2
• Level to observe:
____ K-4
____ 4-8
____ 7-12
• School Bldg. (optional) _______________
• Teacher (optional) ___________________
It is possible to spend a day in 2
different levels.
Status of Clearances
• Provide the current status of the 4
professional clearances:
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Act 34 State Police Background Check (online)
Act 151 Child Abuse (mail)
Act 114 FBI Fingerprinting
Act 24 Arrest/Conviction Report
Status of Clearances
For each clearance:
 Have clearance.
(Applied & received clearance. Ready to submit a
copy.)
 Applied but have no proof.
(Applied for clearance, but have no proof at this time.)
 Did not apply.
[Note: You must apply for this clearance immediately.]
Field Assignment
By Next Week…
Bring (or Apply for) Clearances
1. Print and bring one copy of the 4
professional clearances to submit.
2. Apply for clearances (if you do not already
have them).
If you do not have all clearances, submit
what you have. Apply for other clearances
immediately. Most schools require
clearances before entry.
TED Guidebook
SECTION II
Admissions
TED Admission Requirements
(Traditional Students)
 Must have a “B” average
in high school, OR must be
in the top half of their
graduating class.
 Demonstrated interest and
experience in teaching.
 Must meet essential
performance demands
(EPD’s).
Becoming a
TED student
is tough!
TED Admission Requirements
(Transfer Students)
• Demonstrated interest and experience in teaching.
• Must meet essential performance demands
(EPD’s).
• Plus:
– Must have a GPA of at least 3.0.
– Demonstrate basic skills by taking and passing PAPA
tests (replaces the PRAXIS I PPST’s).
– Must possess clearances required by Act 34, 151, and
114.
Essential Performance Demands
• Senses and perception (visual, auditory, and
from multiple sources).
• Temperance (emotional control).
• Time management.
These are all
• Organization.
required to be a
• Written & spoken language.
teacher in
Pennsylvania!
• Gross and fine motor skills.
• Strength and stamina.
Essential Performance Demands
1. In a small group, you will be assigned 1-2
essential performance demands (EPD’s).
2. Discuss in a small group what this implies
about the teaching environment/profession.
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In other words, what does it say about what a
teacher has to be able to do on the job?
If you feel you might have difficulty meeting any of
the EPD’s, please contact your advisor to discuss.
Teachers
Introduction
Freshman Year Activities
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Complete Education Seminar.
Sit for PAPA 3 modules:
Achieve minimum 3.0 GPA.
Initial Review Process (IRP)
Understanding State-Required
Testing
State-Required Tests for Teachers
1. PAPA: 3 modules
 Taken in freshmen year. Must pass all 3
by end of sophomore year.
2. Praxis II certification tests
 Taken in senior year.
Find current information about testing and
other current issues at:
misericordia.edu/academics/education
See grid on TED Student page.
Understanding PAPA
PAPA
(Pre-service Academic Performance
Assessment)
 3 tests:
 Reading.
 Writing.
 Math.
 Designed to measure basic communication
ability.
 PAPA replaces PPST (Praxis I) tests.
Transfer and Existing Students
• If you are an existing student who has
already taken the PPST/Praxis I tests, you
will not be required to take PAPA, but
should continue taking the PPST's until you
complete them.
PAPA Is Required Testing
• PDE requires the PAPA for certification.
• TED elects to require the test as a criteria
for formal program admission
When to Take the Tests
Traditional students:
• Take all 3 PAPA tests
(Reading, Writing, Math) at
least once within their first
24 credits completed at MU
(Freshman year).
• Must pass all PAPA tests
within their first 48 credits
completed (Sophomore year).
24/48 Rule
Must pass PAPA by end of sophomore year.
When to Take the Tests
Non-traditional/transfers:
• Take all 3 PAPA tests
(Reading, Writing, Math) at
least once within their first
12 credits completed at MU.
• Must pass all PAPA tests
within their first 24 credits
completed.
12/24 Rule
Explore the PA Testing Website
• Learn about:
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Registration.
Prepare for a test (learn about tests here).
Test centers and dates.
Test scoring.
www.pa.nesinc.com
What Are the PAPA Tests Like?
• Reading (45 minutes):
– 40 selected-response items (multiple choice).
• Mathematics (60 minutes):
– 40 selected-response items (multiple choice).
– Formulas page and online calculator are provided.
• Writing (75 minutes):
– 40 selected-response items (multiple choice).
– 2 sentence correction assignments.
– 1 extended-response assignment (essay).
What Material Is on PAPA?
• Overview: Objectives
covered in each test.
Test Objectives
• Sample questions for
each of 3 modules.
Sample Questions
• Sample questions,
sample tests, scoring
rubrics provided
online.
Preparation Materials
What Is PAPA Like?
Where Can I Find the PAPA?
• At any Pearson testing center in the U.S.
• Closest testing centers to Dallas:
1) Luzerne County Community College
2) Pearson Professional Centers--Scranton PA
330 Montage Mountain Rd.
GPS address:
330 Montage Mountain Road
MOOSIC, PA 18507
Enter “Moosic” to get to
the right place!
Where Can I Find the PAPA?
1)
2)
330
Glenmaura
Baseball Stadium
at Montage
Testing center is on
First floor, Suite 102.
How Much Does PAPA Cost?
• $89 for all three modules if taken together.
• $37 per single module ($111 total).
• Payment method:
– Visa or MasterCard credit card, debit card, or
check card (that does not require PIN entry).
– Check (contact for instructions).
Alternate Testing Arrangements
• Extended time or alternate testing
arrangements can be made if you can
document one of the following:
– Physical disabilities (e.g., visual impairments,
hearing impairments, motor disabilities, illness,
injury).
– Learning or cognitive disabilities.
• Submit form found online to see if you
qualify.
When Do I Learn My Results?
• Reading and Math:
– Test results: At the conclusion of your test
session.
– Score reports: Available within 10 days after
testing.
• Writing:
– Score reports are available within 20 business
days after testing.
PAPA Scoring
• The cut-off score to pass the PAPA modules
is 220.
• But – the passing score in Pennsylvania
depends on your GPA.
– Passing score is based on how large groups of
test takers perform on tests.
– These scores are subject to change
in the future by PDE.
PAPA Scoring
• Reading (8001)
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220: GPA 3.0
213: GPA 3.10-3.25
206: GPA 3.26-3.50
200: GPA 3.51-3.75
193: GPA 3.76-4.00
• Mathematics (8002)
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220: GPA 3.0
214: GPA 3.10-3.25
209: GPA 3.26-3.50
203: GPA 3.51-3.75
197: GPA 3.76-4.00
Passing score: 193-220
Passing score: 197-220
(depending on GPA)
(depending on GPA)
PAPA Scoring
• Writing (8003)
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220: GPA 3.0
213: GPA 3.10-3.25
206: GPA 3.26-3.50
199: GPA 3.51-3.75
192: GPA 3.76-4.00
Passing score: 192-220
(depending on GPA)
Remember: Improve
your GPA, and
decrease the score
you need to pass the
PAPA tests.
What If You Don’t Take
or Pass the PAPA?
• Status is reviewed by TED Faculty at every
semester’s end.
• Dismissed from TED under 24/48 rule (12/24 rule
for transfers) !
– If you did not take all 3 tests in first 24 credits
(12 credits for transfers).
– If you did not pass all 3 tests in 48 credits (end
of sophomore year)
(24 credits for transfers).
What If You Don’t PAPA?
• Actual Process:
– You actually have 1 semester of grace after you
go beyond the 24/48 (or 12/24) credit rule.
– You will be placed on Departmental Probation
for one semester.
– During this time you must retake the failed
tests.
• If you still fail (or fail to take) the tests, you
will be dismissed from TED.
Registering for PAPA
• To register for the PAPA modules, navigate
to the following Website:
www.pa.nesinc.com
Questions About PAPA
• What are PAPA supposed to measure?
– Skills is reading, writing, and math.
• What is the passing score on the PAPA?
– Depends on your GPA.
• What is the credit deadline for taking/passing all 3
tests?
– 24/48 credits (traditional)
– 12/24 credits (transfer)
• What happens if you do not take/pass the PAPA
by the imposed deadlines?
– Dismissed from TED.
Field Assignment
By Next Week…
Bring (or Apply for) Clearances
1. Print and bring a copy of the 4 professional
clearances to submit.
2. Bring a copy of your TB test (if you have it).
3. Apply for clearances (if you do not already
have them).
Next Week
• Next Week: Aspects of Program Retention
and Advising.