Teacher Education Advisory Council
University of South Carolina
Beaufort
May 5, 2011
4:00 p.m.
Welcome & Agenda
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Greetings & Introductions
Approval of Minutes (Spring 2010)
TEAC Purpose
Conceptual Framework Standards
Accreditation Benchmarks/Requirements
Review Key Assessment Data/Examples/ADEPT
Demographics
NCATE & Report Updates
Changes & Program Improvements
Future Opportunities
Discussion/Recommendations
TEAC Meeting Survey
TEAC Purpose
The Teacher Education Advisory Council shall be comprised of all education faculty
and staff, students, members of the community, principals and teachers from partnership
schools, and educators from the USCB service region. The purpose of the council shall
be to review and monitor the USCB Teacher Education unit and the quality of its
graduates. In addition, the council may make suggestions for the improvement of the
unit and program(s). The council will issue a written report of its meeting through minutes
and any special reports deemed necessary to communicate with the faculty and
administration for the improvement of the unit and program(s). The council shall meet
twice a year, once during the fall semester and once during the spring semester. The
council membership will be as follows:
• All USCB Department of Education faculty
• The principal (or designee) and two faculty members from each partnership
school (hosted Interns within the past 3 years or regularly host practica courses)
• The Beaufort and Jasper County School District Superintendent(s) (or designee)
• Four community members from the USCB service region (4)
• Two students from each of the USCB Department of Education Degree
Program(s)
• Chairs from English, Speech, & Theatre; Humanities & Fine Arts; Social
Sciences; Science & Mathematics Departments (4); and General Education
Committee Chair
CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK STANDARDS
The Constructivist Educator as
NURTURER
N-1. Demonstrate positive interpersonal relationships with the learner while
identifying the uniqueness of each student.(D)
N-2. Demonstrate positive relationships and seek partnerships with families of
learners. (D)
N-3. Demonstrate knowledge of human development and support, facilitate, and
nurture learning.(K)
The Constructivist Educator as
COMMUNICATOR
C-1. Communicate effectively with students, parents, peers and the community using
a variety of communication skills including verbal and nonverbal techniques, writing,
technology, and media. (S,D)
The Constructivist Educator as
REFLECTIVE
PROFESSIONAL
R-1. Reflect on classroom practice utilizing these reflections to improve future
practice and classroom instruction. (K,S,D)
R-2. Demonstrate a dedication to lifelong learning. (D)
R-3. Demonstrate knowledge of educational theory as well as current trends through
reading, research and attendance at professional conferences. (K)
R-4. Demonstrate an understanding of professional ethics and dispositions.(K,S,D)
The Constructivist Educator as
FACILITATOR/
INSTRUCTOR
F/I-1. Identify the principles of constructivism as well as other learning theories. (K)
F/I-2. Demonstrate best practice in the classroom including developmentally
appropriate practice, differentiated instruction, and socially and culturally
appropriate pedagogical skills. (S)
F/I-3. Demonstrate local, state, and national standards and their
application to the curriculum. (K,S)
F/I-4. Demonstrate classroom management skills that include a wide array strategies
(S)
F/I-5. Recognize and respond to the diverse needs and individual differences of
learners and design appropriate assessments. (S)
LEVELS
Level I
Pre-Professional
Open to all students
meeting University
entrance requirements.
ASSESSMENTS
1.
2.
3.
BENCHMARKS
1.
2.
6.
GPA 2.75
PRAXIS I: R 175, W-173, M-172
“ C” or better in all Pre-Professional
Education courses, English 101, 102,
Speech, Math 221, 222.
Background check
Professional Program Disposition
Statement & Recommendations
Service Learning: 25 hours
Level II
Professional Program
Open only to education majors who have
been accepted to the professional
program.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
GPA 2.75/3.0 (Ed)
PRAXIS II: 158
Child Study
Family Study
Integrated Thematic Unit(s)
Internship Interview
SLED check
1.
2.
Level III
Internship
Open to candidates who have completed
all requirements for Level II.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
GPA 2.75/3.0 (Ed)
ADEPT Evaluations
Dispositions Evaluation
Internship Portfolio
Video analysis and self-reflection
Final ADEPT Summative Evaluation
1.
2.
3.
4.
Level IV
Program Completion
Open only to students who have
completed all requirements for Level III.
1.
2.
3.
GPA 2.75
1.
Passing Scores on Praxis II: Principles of 2.
Learning and Teaching (PLT)
3.
Program Completer Survey
1.
2.
Alumni Survey
Employer Survey
4.
5.
Level V
Professional Educator
3.
4.
5.
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6.
1.
CONSTRUCTIVIST EDUCATOR
PROFICIENCIES
Acceptance to the University
Completion of a minimum 55 hours of required general
education courses as identified in the Department of Education
Program of Study
Education majors must see program advisor two times per
year.
Professional Program Application deadline: February 1 and
October 1.
Verification of all assessment data by Education Advisor.
Nurturer
N1, N2, N3
Communicator
C1
Reflective Professional
R4
Facilitator/Instructor
F1
Maintain at least 3.0 GPA in education coursework.
Internship Applications deadlines prior to final semester:
January 15th and September 15th
SC SDE Clearance
No provisional admission.
Appeals are considered when all requirements have been met.
Verification of all requirements by Field Experiences
Coordinator
Nurturer
N1, N2, N3
Communicator
C1
Reflective Professional
R3
Facilitator/Instructor
F1, F2, F3, F4, F5
Approval of Internship Application by Education Committee.
ADEPT Orientation for Interns and Cooperating Teachers
Participation in Professional Conference
Senior Seminar
Nurturer
N1, N2, N3
Communicator
C1
Reflective Professional
R1, R2, R3
Facilitator/Instructor
F1, F2, F3, F4, F5
Graduation Application
Recommendation for certification: University Supervisor
South Carolina Department of Education Application for
Certification
Reflective Professional
R2
Facilitator/Instructor
F1, F2, F3, F4, F5
ADEPT Evaluation Report:
IHE Portal
Nurturer
N1, N2, N3
Communicator
C1
Reflective Professional
R1, R2, R3
Facilitator/Instructor
F1, F2, F3, F4, F5
Assessment Data
• Title II: Praxis Data
• LiveText Data Reports
• Program Completer Survey Data
2010 Education Majors
Gender
Female
Male
n
121
24
%
89%
11%
2
1.50%
32
98
3
1
24%
72%
2%
0.50%
Full-Time
Part-Time
128
8
94%
6%
Class Level
Freshman
57
42%
Sophomore
Junior
Senior
30
19
30
22%
14%
22%
102
75%
25%
Race
Hispanic
African American
Caucasion
2 or more
Unknown
Traditional
Non-tranditional 34
Official Registrar
Fall 2010
136
Unofficial Database
Spring 2011
182
HEOA - Title II
2009 - 2010 Academic Year
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA -BEAUFORT
5841
South Carolina
Assessment Information1
EDUCATION OF YOUNG CHILDREN (0021)
Test Company: ETS
Score Range: 100-200
Assessment Information1
Group
All enrolled students who have
completed all nonclinical courses,
2009-10
Other enrolled students, 2009-10
All program completers, 2009-10
All program completers, 2008-09
All program completers, 2007-08
Group
All enrolled students who have
PRINCIPLES LEARNING AND TEACHING K- completed all nonclinical courses,
2009-10
6 (0522)
Other enrolled students, 2009-10
Test Company: ETS
Score Range: 100-200
All program completers, 2009-10
All program completers, 2008-09
All program completers, 2007-08
Number Number
Institution
Number Number
Statewide
Taking
Passing Institution al Average Assessme Taking
Passing
Average
Assessme Assessme
al
Scaled
nt Cut Assessme Assessme Statewide Scaled
nt
nt
Pass Rate Score
Score2
nt
nt
Pass Rate Score
22
20
10
12
22
20
10
12
100%
100%
100%
100%
181
178
180
182
158
158
158
158
113
160
614
619
641
112
155
612
619
640
99%
97%
100%
100%
100%
180
179
183
183
183
Number
Number
Institution
Number
Number
Statewide
Taking
Passing Institution al Average Assessme Taking
Passing
Average
Assessme Assessme
al
Scaled
nt Cut Assessme Assessme Statewide Scaled
nt
nt
Pass Rate
Score
Score2
nt
nt
Pass Rate
Score
12
20
10
12
10
20
10
12
83%
100%
100%
100%
176
176
175
177
165
165
165
165
250
271
1441
1414
1517
224
233
1394
1389
1505
90%
86%
97%
98%
99%
175
175
177
178
178