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The Loeb School of Education Newsletter Fifth Edition (Fall, 2012).
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The Loeb School of Education Newsletter Fourth Edition (Spring, 2012).
The Loeb School of Education Newsletter Third Edition (Fall, 2009).
The Loeb School of Education Newsletter Second Edition (February 1, 2009).
The Loeb School of Education Newsletter First Edition (September 1, 2008).
SPECIAL NOTE- Graduate Teaching Certification Candidates (9/16/11)
The prerequisites for English (6 credits, one composition course and one literature course) and Math (6 credits, 100 level or above math courses) for all graduate teaching certification candidates are no longer required for a Pennsylvania State Teaching certification effectively immediately.
SPECIAL NOTE- Registration Section Numbers (3/16/11)
Section 10- St. Davids
Section 15- Falls Center (3300 Henry Avenue, Philadelphia, Pa 19129)
Section 22- Harrisburg
Section 80- Online
Blended Class is 1/2 online, 1/2 on ground
The New PA Teacher Certifications (April 13, 2010)
This page is designed to compare and contrast the old certifications from the new ones as of January 1, 2013
As a result of changes to 22 Pa. Code, Chapter 49, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania through the Pennsylvania Department of Education has redefined several traditional teacher certification programs. The certification changes described below apply to all teacher education institutions in the commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Teacher education candidates completing the new certifications will receive preparation that departs to some extent from that available at the present time, particularly with regard to addressing the needs of students with disabilities in inclusive settings and the needs of English language learners.
The first certifications listed are those currently available (can be earned if filed by January 1, 2013). The second list contains those issued if completing a teacher education program after January 1, 2013.
| Certifications currently available- must be filed before January 1, 2013 (Please complete course work and apply for certification before the above date | Certifications only issued beginning January 1, 2013 |
| Early Childhood Education (PK-Grade 3) | Early Childhood/Elementary (PK-Grade 4; ages 3-9) This will enable a teacher to work with children across subject areas |
| Elementary Education (K-6) | Elementary/Middle Level (Grades 4-8; ages 9-14) Enables teachers to work with students in the core academic subject(s) the teacher education candidate chooses to pursue (i.e., English, mathematics, science, and/or social studies) |
| Secondary Education (7-12)- English, Communications, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Social Studies | Secondary Education (Grades 7-12; ages 11-21) English, Communications, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Social Studies |
| Special Education (K-12) |
Special Education (PK-Grade 8; ages 3-14) This certification must be earned along with either the Early Childhood/Elementary (PK-4) or the Elementary/Middle (4-8) certificate (Grades 7-12; ages 11-21) This certification must be earned along with a Secondary Education (Grades 7-12) certification in a content area |
| Foreign Language (K-12) | Foreign Language (K-12) This certification will not change |
| Health and Physical Education (K-12) | Health and Physical Education (K-12) This certification will not change |
| Music (K-12) | Music (K-12) This certification will not change |
EASTERN UNIVERSITY and LAIDLAW College (New Zealand) Announce Partnership
During the week of March 15, 2010, Laidlaw College (Auckland, New Zealand) hosted visitors Harry Gutelius (Associate Dean, Loeb School of Education) and Stephanie MacTavish (Vice President for East Asian Relations) from Eastern University. The purpose of the visit was to finalize an agreement for a student exchange program allowing students from both institutions to experience a semester abroad. This will allow for a great cross-cultural experience for the students as well as facilitating opportunities for further interactions between faculty and staff of Eastern University and Laidlaw College. Discussions were also held about possibilities for exchanges in masters level programs, and these discussions will be ongoing. Read More.
FROM THE PDE
Guidelines for Issuing Certificates for Free Praxis Re-test
The Pennsylvania Department of Education has worked with Educational Testing Service to offer a program to assist students and individuals who are attempting to pass their certification and licensure tests. The program will allow the School of Education or certifying district to provide a certificate for a free re-test to an individual who has failed a Praxis
test.
The certificate will cover the cost of the test fee as well as the test registration fee, if necessary. (A policy change was implemented by ETS to relieve some of the financial burden to testing candidates. This change requires candidates to pay the test registration fee only once in a testing year.)
In order for an individual to be eligible for a certificate to retest they must meet all of the following criteria:
* Have a G.P.A. of 3.0 or better
* Missed the state passing score by three points or less
* Failed the test no more than two times
https://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/other_routes_to_certification/8818/intern_certification/506789
The re-test option will provide an additional resource for the large number
of individuals who need some assistance in passing the Praxis tests.
Education Links
http://www.sitesforteachers.com/
http://www.nameorg.org/
http://www.philadelphiateachingfellows.org/
http://www.pa-educator.net/
http://www.pareap.net/
GRANT INFORMATION- MAST (Math & Science Teaching) Certification:
Chestnut Hill College and Eastern University Math and Science Teaching (MAST) for Teachers Seeking Pennsylvania State Teacher Instructional Certification or Special Education Teachers Seeking Additional Pennsylvania State Teacher Instructional Certification
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