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Phase Assessment Requirements

Phase 1 Assessment: Admission to the Teacher Education Program (TEP)

  • Overall GPA of 2.5 or better
  • Grade of C+ or better in EDUC 200
  • Submit TEP Application
  • Passing scores on all three sections of the PRAXIS I tests
    • Pre-Professional Skills Test (PPST) in mathematics, reading, and writing
    • Minimum scores on PPST of: Math - 175 Reading - 176 Writing - 172
    • ACT composite - 24
    • SAT composite - 1100
  • Philosophy of Teaching statement
  • Completion of introductory field experience required by the program with satisfactory evaluation by the mentoring teacher and the college instructor for EDUC 200 and EDUC 220
  • Minimum of C in all courses required by the major, minor and licensing areas
  • An interview with two members of the Teacher Education Committee (TEC) with passing rating
  • Acceptance into the TEP is necessary for enrollment in 300 and 400 level Education courses

Phase 2 Assessment: Required for Student Teaching

  • Complete 300 and 400 level coursework with "C" or better
  • Overall GPA of 2.5 or better
  • Sample of reflective writing - Self-analysis of teaching strengths and weaknesses
  • Interview with TEC and education professionals with passing rating
  • Portfolio Review

Phase 3 Assessment: Required for Graduation

  • Completed coursework of a minimum of 124 credit hours
  • Overall GPA of 2.5 or better
  • Completed 12 credit hours of Student Teaching Experience with a grade of 2.5 or better
  • Required Praxis 2 exams. Passing scores set by Indiana Department of Education are:
    • 10011 Elementary Education: Curriculum, Instruction, & Assessment - 165
    • 20300 Reading Specialist - 370
  • Recommendation of Director of Student Teaching
  • Portfolio Review
  • International Experience