Transcript CPEP-SOAR Presentation - Western Illinois University

Welcome to
Western Illinois University
and the
College of Education &
Human Services
College of Education
& Human Services
Bilingual/Bicultural Education
Elementary/Early Childhood
Special Education
Secondary Education (6-12) &
Special (K-12) programs
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120 semester hours
minimum (or more
depending on major).
Approximately 15 hours
a semester.
12 hour minimum to be
a full time student.
15 semester hours =
approximately 15 hours
in class (labs or electives
may add one hour per
week).
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For every 1 semester
hour of a course in class
a student should expect
to study a minimum of 2
hours outside of class.
Example:
3 credit hour class =
6 hour minimum study
time per week.
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All freshmen will enroll in two FYE courses,
one fall semester and one spring semester.
FYE courses have been designed to equip
students with the skills to become life-long
learners.
Small in size – 15 to 18 students per class.
FYE courses will be general education courses.
FYE course numbers are designated with a Y.
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If this is something you are interested in talk
with your advisor today.
We recommend you complete the study abroad
during the second semester of sophomore year.
It is critical that you start planning today to
ensure you have the correct courses available
to take during this experience.
Late planning, could require an additional
semester in your program.
Summer study abroad opportunities are also
available.
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I. Communication (9 s.h.)
II. Natural Sciences/Mathematics (10-16 s.h.)
III. Social Sciences (9 s.h.)
IV. Humanities & Fine Arts (9 s.h.)
V. Multicultural Studies (3 s.h.)
VI. Human Well Being (3 s.h.)
Similar to what you had to do to graduate from high
school. General education curriculum requires
that you take certain classes in specific areas.
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The Illinois State Board of Education requires
all candidates seeking teacher certification to
obtain a grade of “C” or better in all directed
general education courses, all core courses and
all courses in the option. Note: C- is below a C.
This includes ENG 180, 280, COMM 241 and
the specified math course for each major.
Course
S.H.
English Composition
Humanities /Fine Arts
Social Science
Multi-cultural
Natural Science/Math
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3
3
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3-4
Total
15-16
Refer to General Education Curriculum Sheet in
your folder
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All students along with their advisors will
create a Student Degree Plan. This plan will
include general education, major
requirements.
This plan along with the WARD (Western’s
Audit of Requirements for Degrees) Report
is used in advising sessions to ensure that
students complete all courses required for
graduation.
Both the Student Degree Plan and WARD
are available on STARS.
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Teacher Education programs are not available
for GRAD Trac.
Bilingual Education
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K-9th grade (self-contained classroom)
5 year program.
Some summer work may be needed.
Study abroad required during junior year.
Additional Spanish courses may be needed.
Must become proficient in oral and written Spanish
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Birth-3rd grade
4 year program requires summer work or 18 s.h. each semester.
Sequential program.
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K-9th grade (self-contained classroom)
4 – 4 ½ year program.
Sequential program.
Early Childhood Program
Elementary Education
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Special Education Program
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Dual Certification Program
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K-High School
4 ½ year program.
Sequential program.
Student’s major in Special Education, receive certification for
both Special Education and Elementary Education.
Take additional Elementary Education required courses.
5 year program; some summer work may be needed.
Physical Education
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K-12
4 year program
Sequential program
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2.75 cumulative and major GPA for entrance to
Teacher Education Program (end of 3rd
semester) and junior/senior level departmental
courses. (PE requires minimum 2.50 GPA)
2.5 needed for all freshmen/sophomore level
major departmental courses.
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SPED & ECH majors must earn a minimum 2.50 cumulative
GPA their first semester to enroll in the first major course
during the second semester freshman year.
Elementary and Bilingual majors need the 2.50 minimum GPA
by end of freshman year to enroll in their first major course,
first semester sophomore year.
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Must meet all requirements by end of sophomore
year:
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2.75 (2.50 for PE) cumulative & major GPA.
Minimum grade of “C” in ENG 180, 280, COMM 241
and required MATH course.
Reflective Paper I
ICTS Basic Skills Test: $86 (paper-based test).
Technology Competency Assessment: $25
On-line Safety Training
FBI & Illinois State Police Fingerprint Investigation:
$52-$54
National Sex Offender, Convicted Methamphetamine
Manufacturer and Illinois State Police Child Murderer
and Violent Offender Against Youth Registries will
also be checked.
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State Basic Skills.
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Content Tests.
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Required for entrance into TEP (sophomore year).
Required for student teaching clearance.
SPED & BIED majors have 2 content tests.
Dual Certification requires 3 content tests
Assessment of Professional Teaching.
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Required for certification.
Paper based test fees: $60 plus $26 processing fee
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Students will complete a variety of field
experiences prior to student teaching semester
Observations
 Tutoring/aiding in the classroom
 “Block” pre-student teaching
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All placement arrangements are made by the
instructor
Student will be responsible for their own
transportation (within 50-60 miles of campus)
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Apply for student teaching one year prior.
Student chooses region they wish to teach in, placement is
made by WIU officials.
Student Teaching Regions.
 Chicago suburbs (requires 3.0 GPA and most require an interview).
 Chicago city.
 Quad Cities.
 Western Central Illinois.
Requirements.
 Acceptance to TEP.
 All course work must be completed.
 Successful completion of all required content tests.
 Successful completion of ELL modules
 TB skin test.
 FBI and Illinois State Police Fingerprint Investigation.
 National Sex Offender, Convicted Methamphetamine
Manufacturer and Illinois State Police Child Murderer and
Violent Offender Against Youth Registries will be checked
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It is important to activate (www.wiu.edu/guava)
and check your WIU email regularly.
Financial Aid information, mid-term and semester
grades, registration information, billing statements
are all sent to your email. Faculty and Advisors will
also contact you through this email address.
Keep your WIU e-mail account separate from your
personal email.
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Student/Alumni Records System Account
Allows you to register online.
Check your grades.
Billing information.
Financial Aid information.
Student Degree Plans.
WARD (Western’s Audit of Graduation
Requirements for Degree).
Request transcripts and much more!
There are 4 main resources used in Academic
Advising, and they are provided to you by the
university:
 Undergraduate Catalog (pick up in September).
 General Education Handbook (in folder).
 Student Handbook (will be distributed in the fall).
 Teacher Education Handbook
(www.wiu.edu/cpep)
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The advisor can be the first contact to go to for
information and help.
Registration Assistance.
Degree Plan questions.
Policy questions.
Grade appeals.
One mandatory meeting minimum each
semester prior to registration.
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Initial resource and referral.
General concepts, procedures and policies.
Due to FERPA (Federal Education Right to
Privacy Act) advisors cannot release
information to family members without the
consent of the student and appropriate
documentation on file with the university.
Questions
This presentation is available for review on our web site:
www.wiu.edu/cpep
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