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Future High School/Middle School Teachers Freshman New Student Orientation

Future High School/Middle School Teachers Freshman New Student Orientation . Center For Careers in Teaching. About the Center for Careers in Teaching (CCT). It is a complicated path to become a teacher: CCT is an undergraduate advising center specifically for future teachers!

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Future High School/Middle School Teachers Freshman New Student Orientation

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  1. Future High School/Middle School Teachers Freshman New Student Orientation Center For Careers in Teaching

  2. About the Center for Careers in Teaching (CCT) It is a complicated path to become a teacher: CCT is an undergraduate advising center specifically for future teachers! • CCT provides academic advising to help coordinate your multiple goals and requirements. • We will help you streamline the process by recommending the specific classes you need. • CCT is an Information Management Service: The world of teaching changes constantly and we can help you keep up to date.

  3. What does it take to become a middle or high school teacher? Bachelor’s degree & Single Subject Teaching Credential

  4. How do I earn my Bachelor’s degree? In general… • Complete all of the General Education (G.E.) requirements = 51 units -> see checklist in your packet (page 36 on your class schedule) • Complete all of the requirements for the major (most are 36-51 units) • Complete a total of 120 or more units *See bachelor’s degree checklist on page 26 of the Fall 2008 class schedule for the many nuances!

  5. GE Program Overview The GE Program is organized into 5 categories for a total of 51 units minimum: I. Core Competencies (9 units) II. Historical Foundations (12 units) III. Disciplinary Learning (27 units) IV. Lifelong Learning (3 units) V. Cultural Diversity (3 units*) *Not an additional 3 units as this category is simultaneously satisfiedwith a course from either III or IV.

  6. Q: Why is it important to pick your GE classes carefully? A: There may be opportunities to “double count” classes--to use one class for GE and the major OR for GE and the SMPP. * It is more important for some majors than others. G.E. Rule: A Class may NOT be used for G.E. if it is ”housed” in the student’s major department.

  7. Identifying “Double Counts” • There is a grid in your folder showing the GE/SMPP double counting classes. • All future high school teachers should take EDSC 320 to fulfill G.E. Category IV, Lifelong Learning (do not take as a freshman) • Consult with your advisor!

  8. Art Biology Chemistry English Modern Languages Geology Kinesiology (P.E.) Mathematics Music Physics For Social Science: American Studies Anthropology Asian American Studies Chicano Studies Criminal Justice Economics Geography History Liberal Studies Political Science Majors for Teaching High School

  9. What are college units? • Similar to high school credits, units are a way to assign a numerical value to a course • Typically, 1 unit = 1 hour per week in class • Most courses are assigned a value of 3 units, meaning that the class meets approximately 3 hours per week. Some courses are 4 or even 5 units • Activity courses such as bowling or tennis, and science lab courses are typically 1 unit

  10. How many units should I take? • Case-by-case basis • Most students find that 15 units (typically 5 “3-unit” courses) is reasonable • Students in the following circumstances may wish to consider a 12-unit schedule: • Those who work more than 20 hours per week • Those who must build their academic skills by taking remedial level math and/or English • To graduate in 4 years, students must earn at least 30 units per year (can include summer)

  11. What does a teacher need to know? Subject Matter & Pedagogy

  12. Subject Matter General Education Major Studies Electives Pedagogy Credential Program, including Student Teaching How do you prepare in these two categories of knowledge?

  13. Tests for Future Teachers • All teachers are required to be competent in basic skills: Math Reading Comprehension Writing **Take the California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST). Once passed, it is good for life.

  14. Subject MatterCompetency • Teachers need to “know their stuff” in the subject(s) they teach. • The state requires proof of subject matter competency by: • State-approved exam, California Subject Examination for Teachers (CSET): Single Subject OR • State-approved Subject Matter Preparation Program (SMPP) - coursework

  15. Major SMPP Credential Program Prerequisites Multiple Sets of Requirements For Most High School Teachers: GE

  16. Major SMPP Credential Program Prerequisites Multiple Sets of Requirements For Social Science High School Teachers: GE

  17. Early Field Experience • Don’t wait 3-4 years to find out what it’s like to work with students! • EDEL/SPED 110 is a freshman level field experience class that gives you the opportunity to spend time in elementary, middle and high school classrooms. See the flyer enclosed in your packet. • We strongly recommend you to take this class your freshman year!!!

  18. Traditional Approach to Training Teachers Years One through Four: Study Subject Matter through Bachelor’s Degree program Year Five: Study Pedagogy throughCredential Program 120 Units (or more) 35+ Units Total: 155 units (or more)

  19. New Streamlined Teacher Education Program (STEP): English • This is optional! • Integrated program that makes it possible to complete your Bachelor’s Degree and Teaching Credential in only 135 units!

  20. STEP Details • Frequent specialized advising • Highly focused academic plan • Classroom field experience throughout the program • Close interaction with Education faculty

  21. Interested inSTEP/English? • For more information see brochure in your packet. • Sign up for Pre-STEP/ENGL today. Registration forms are available from the CCT advisors. • Specific coursework is required: Review your schedule with a CCT advisor before registering for classes

  22. Can I be in STEP and take electives? • Yes. Students are not restricted to the prescribed 135 units. • Students are allowed to complete a minor or to take additional elective units.

  23. What Should I Do Next? • Take the CBEST. • Explore the Center for Careers in Teaching web site at www.fullerton.edu/cct • Explore the majors offered at Cal State Fullerton and seek advisement to help choose the major appropriate for you. • Register for EDEL/SPED 110- The Teaching Experience to gain the necessary early field experience and explore the teaching profession. Continued…

  24. What else should I do? • Attend a Center for Careers in Teaching Seminar. • See a CCT staff advisor in H-113 to get an individualized academic map to chart your own specific pathway.

  25. Center for Careers in Teaching Visit the CCT web site at: http://www.fullerton.edu/cct Sample academic plans Teaching news and information CCT seminar dates Links to important web sites

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