Elementary Teacher Preparation

Elementary Teacher Preparation

Instructional Technology Emphasis &

eMINTS Certification

Missouri State University’s

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DescriptionDescription

• Elementary Education

– Emphasis area (12 hour minimum)

– Includes eMINTS certification

– 3 MSU eMINTS courses/9 credits

– 1 additional course/3 credits

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eMINTS CourseseMINTS Courses 4 course sequence:•Fall EEM 501/601 Introduction to

Technology-Based Inquiry Instruction

•Spring EEM 502/602 Applications of Technology-Based Inquiry Instruction

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•Fall EEM 503/603 Implementing Technology-Based Inquiry Instruction

•Spring ELE 495-496 Student Teaching in an eMINTS classroom

Choose 1 or more of the following options:

Choose 1 or more of the following options:

• MED 390 (3hr) Website Design & Construction

• IMT 565 (3hr) Selection & Utilization of Instructional Technology

• IMT 597 (3hr) Topical Issues in Instructional Technology

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BenefitsBenefits

• Personal & Professional Benefits

– Improved marketability

– More attractive to employers

– No training period while employed

– Benefits of official eMINTS teacher

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BenefitsBenefits

• Provided to eMINTS teachers - Meets NETS-T standards

- Access to Professional Development materials

- Access to eMINTS Discussion list

- May request customized eThemes

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Benefits cont.Benefits cont.

• School Benefits of eMINTS– Classroom equipment

– Higher performing students

– Access to Professional Development materials

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Certification RequirementsCertification Requirements

• Portfolio

• Site visits

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PortfolioPortfolio

• Required by and approved by eMINTS and contains:

WebQuest

Website

Inquiry-based lesson plan

Reflection

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Site VisitSite Visit

• Embedded in student teaching

– Teaching observations

– Follow-up coaching

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LocationLocation• Courses in area eMINTS

classrooms (Greenwood Lab or other local schools)

• Courses meet once a week

• Field experiences in area eMINTS classrooms for ELE302, ELE500, and student teaching

• As per field experience schedule

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InstructorsInstructors

• Courses taught by eMINTS certified trainers

• Field experiences mentored by eMINTS certified teachers

• Student teaching supervised by eMINTS certified trainer

• Technical support specialists available

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ApplicationApplication

• Prerequisites for this emphasis:– C or better in ELE 302 or concurrent

enrollment in ELE 302 required– GPA 2.75 or higher recommended– CIS 101 or waiver recommended

• Essay• Current transcript

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SelectionSelection• GPA-2.75 or higher recommended

• Professional writing skills

• Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ELE302 with grade of “C” or better (grade of “A” recommended)

• CIS 101 or waiver recommended prior to eMINTS coursework

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RemindersReminders• You will need

– 1-2 page essay

– Current transcripts

• Prerequisites

– ELE302 or concurrent enrollment

– Gradepoint of 2.75 (recommended)

– CIS/CSC 101 or waiver (recommended)

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More InformationMore Information

Contact:

Dr. Roberta Aram

robertaaram@missouristate.edu

Or visit:

http://education.missouristate.edu/ele/eMINTS/default.htm

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SubmitSubmit

• Essay Prompt: How do you think

technology should be used in classrooms?

• Current transcript

• TO: Roberta Aram

– Hill Hall 452 (Mailbox)

– Hill Hall 205E (Office)