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2+2 Program Application Instruction Guide

For Elementary Education (K-5) and Secondary Education Chemistry (6-12)

https://www.tntech.edu/education/ci/2plus2.php

FALL 2020 COHORT

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Contact Directory ........................................................................................................................... 3

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) ................................................................................................... 5

Communication and Notification of Status ............................................................................... 5

Mandatory TTU Campus Visits ..................................................................................................... 6

2+2 Requirement Completion Fair ............................................................................................... 6

2+2 Orientation ............................................................................................................................... 7

Financial Aid ..................................................................................................................................... 8

Teacher Loan Forgiveness ............................................................................................................. 9

Scholarships ................................................................................................................................... 10

TTU Student Email Account ........................................................................................................ 11

Benchmark Introduction.............................................................................................................. 12

What is a Benchmark and why is it important? ..................................................................... 12

Benchmark 1: Admission to Tennessee Tech University ...................................................... 13

Health Form Requirements ......................................................................................................... 14

Benchmark 2: Applying for the 2+2 Program ......................................................................... 15

Tk20 Information ......................................................................................................................... 15

Submitting the Intent to Participate Online Through Tk20 .............................................. 16

Benchmark 3: Admission to the Teacher Education Program (TEP) ................................. 20

What is a TNumber and How Do I Get One? ......................................................................... 20

Associate of Science in Teaching (AST) Degree Requirements for Admission to the TEP .................................................................................................................................................... 21

Associate of Science (AS) Degree Requirements for Admission to the TEP ................ 22

Background Check Information ................................................................................................. 23

Admission to the Teacher Education Program Testing Requirements ............................. 24

Testing Resources and Tutoring Assistance .......................................................................... 25

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TTU COEd Online Test Prep Community ................................................................................. 25

ACT Quick Facts ........................................................................................................................... 26

What’s on the ACT? ...................................................................................................................... 26

Praxis CORE Quick Facts ............................................................................................................ 27

What’s on the Praxis CORE? ...................................................................................................... 27

Admission to the Teacher Education Program FAQS .......................................................... 28

Remaining Benchmarks: Admission to Residency I, Residency II, and Program Completion ....................................................................................................................................... 30

2+2 Program Benchmark Checklist ............................................................................................ 31

Important Dates and Deadlines ................................................................................................. 32

NOTES ............................................................................................................................................. 33

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CONTACT DIRECTORY

STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER ADVISORS FOR 2+2 PROGRAM WEBSITE: https://www.tntech.edu/education/ci/2plus2.php

ADMISSION TO TENNESSEE TECH UNIVERSITY WEBSITE: www.tntech.edu/admissions

EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 931-372-3888

ADMISSION TO THE TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAM WEBSITE: https://www.tntech.edu/education/teachered/admission.php

Office of Teacher Education EMAIL: [email protected]

PHONE: 931-372-6407 FAX: 931-372-6286

Matt Richards MAJOR: Elementary Education EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 931-372-3549 SITES: -Chattanooga State-Motlow State- McMinnville-Motlow State- Tullahoma-Pellissippi State-Roane State: Harriman-Roane State: Oak Ridge-Roane State: Scott County

Chuck Craig MAJORS: Secondary Education Chemistry & Math EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 931-372-3078 SITES: -Roane State: Oak Ridge

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ACCESSIBLE EDUCATION CENTER (Disability Services) WEBSITE: https://www.tntech.edu/disability/

EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 931-372-6119 FAX: 931-372-6378

OFFICE OF FINANCIAL AID WEBSITE: http://www.tntech.edu/financialaid

EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 931-372-3073 FAX: 931-372-6309

STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES WEBSITE: www.tntech.edu/healthservices

EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 931-372-3320 FAX: 931-372-3848

OFFICE OF SCHOLARSHIPS WEBSITE: http://www.tntech.edu/scholarships

EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 931-372-6159 FAX: 931-372-6597

OFFICE OF MILITARY AND VETERANS AFFAIRS WEBSITE: www.tntech.edu/em/military-and-veterans-affairs

EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 931-372-3503

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BRING YOUR OWN DEVICE (BYOD)

The College of Education and the diverse departments within the college prepare candidates to be competent, caring professionals in a diverse, technological society. As part of this strategic vision and alignment to the TTU Flight Plan, students are engaged in many curricular and field-based activities that require constant access and integration of technology. As a result, all students are required to have an entry-level (primary) portable computing device (laptop). Note that secondary computing devices like tablets can be used, however, they are not considered primary computing devices.

For more information on requirements, hardware, software, and financial aid support, please visit: https://www.tntech.edu/education/bring-device.php

COMMUNICATION AND NOTIFICATION OF STATUS

Potential 2+2 candidates should expect the majority of communication to be done by email. Please be sure to provide a valid email address that you check regularly on your 2+2 Intent to Participate. Also, please be sure to check your “junk” folder from time to time to ensure you are not missing any important information. If you notice some emails going to your “junk mail”, please be sure to add that individual to your safe sender list. It may also be a good idea to add the important contacts listed in the directory (p. 3-4) to your address book. Failure to provide a working email address and failure to check your email regularly may result in missing important information and updates.

Beginning in April 2020, candidates will begin receiving Requirement Checklist emails from the Office of Teacher Education ([email protected]). You will receive these periodically up to the June 15th deadline. Please note that these emails contain an attachment that includes your checklist of items received or not received by the Office of Teacher Education.

Acceptance letters for Admission to the Teacher Education Program AND Admission to the 2+2 Program will be sent AFTER THE JUNE 15th DEADLINE. Potential Teacher Candidates will not receive an official status letter before the June 15th deadline regarding acceptance into the program.

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MANDATORY TTU CAMPUS VISITS Candidates interested in entering the 2+2 Program will be required to come to the TTU main campus on two occasions during the summer before they begin the program. The first visit will be for the 2+2 Requirement Completion Fair. This event will be held on Friday, May 8, 2020. The second visit will be for 2+2 Orientation on Tuesday, August 11, which is for candidates who are fully accepted into the 2+2 Program. Additional dates may be added depending on the number of applicants.

There will be other instances when candidates are required to come to the TTU Main Campus throughout their last two years for Residency Seminars and/or edTPA Seminars.

2+2 REQUIREMENT COMPLETION FAIR The TTU Office of Teacher Education has arranged the Requirement Completion Fair for all potential 2+2 candidates to travel to the TTU Main campus in order to complete their missing requirements. Potential candidates will have the opportunity to:

• Meet with their 2+2 Advisor• Meet with the Office of Teacher Education Admission Analyst• Complete the Interview Process• Meet with a representative from the TTU Admissions Office, TTU Scholarships

Office, TTU Health Services Office, TTU Veterans Affairs Office, and more!• Attend a program overview and information session• Attend a Praxis CORE/ACT/ Praxis II Information Session and meet with the test

prep coordinator

This event will be a one stop shop to get everything completed by the June 15th deadline. Each potential candidate will have a predetermined schedule for the day beginning at 9:00 AM CST and ending by 4:30 PM CST. Please expect to be in attendance for the entire day. This event is mandatory.

The 2+2 Requirement Completion Fair date for Fall 2020 admission has been scheduled for Friday, May 8th, 2020. One additional date option could be added depending on the number of applicants. Additional information will be provided about this event at a later time including registration details.

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2+2 ORIENTATION

Orientation and registration for Fall 2020 2+2 teacher candidates will be in Cookeville at the TTU Main Campus. If you are admitted into the program, it will be mandatory that you attend. There will be one Orientation date, which is scheduled for Tuesday, August 11th, 2020. One additional date option could be added depending on the number of applicants.

At Orientation, candidates will be able to register for classes, get their Eagle Card made, purchase textbooks, meet with their advisor, and much more! More detailed information about the 2+2 Orientation will be included in the 2+2 status letters that will be sent after the June 15th deadline.

Your Picture Here!

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FINANCIAL AID

Applying for financial aid involves a series of simple tasks that must be completed. Many of these tasks can be completed online, which makes the process easy and quick.

What do you need to do?

1. Get your FSA ID. A FSA ID is a username and password that you must use to completeyour Free Application for Student Aid. If you are a dependent student, your parentmust also have a FSA ID. https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa/filling-out/fsaid

2. After creating your FSA ID, you will need to fill out a Free Application for Student Aidotherwise known as a FAFSA form. Please be sure to list TTU’s school code 003523when completing this form. Please note, for the 2020-2021 award year, you will beusing 2018 Tax Return information when completing the FAFSA. FAFSA will beavailable October 1, 2019. http://www.fafsa.ed.gov

3. It typically takes 5-7 days to receive your FAFSA. Once we receive the FAFSA results,we will update Eagle Online to let you know what additional information you need tocomplete. Many of the forms we request can be downloaded from our forms site(https://www.tntech.edu/financialaid/forms.php), and e-mailed to us [email protected].

4. You can monitor your TTU Financial Aid information by logging into Eagle Online.(www.tntech.edu/eo)

Check out our page for more detailed information on the financial aid process: https://www.tntech.edu/financialaid/process/index.php

Need help with navigating Eagle Online?

Check out Financial Aid’s How Do I link:

https://www.tntech.edu/financialaid/resources/how/index.php

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TEACHER LOAN FORGIVENESS The Teacher Loan Forgiveness Program is intended to encourage individuals to enter and continue in the teaching profession. Under this program, if you teach full-time for five complete and consecutive academic years in certain elementary and secondary schools and educational service agencies that serve low-income families, and meet other qualifications, you may be eligible for forgiveness on your Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans and your Subsidized and Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loans. If you have PLUS loans only, you are not eligible for this type of forgiveness.

• For more information about the Teacher Loan Forgiveness Program:https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/teacher

• For more information on the TEACH Grant/Loan:https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/types/grants-scholarships/teach

DISCLAIMER: PLEASE CHECK STUDENTAID.ED.GOV FOR THE MOST UP TO DATE INFORMATION ON TEACHER LOAN FORGIVENESS AS THIS INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

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SCHOLARSHIPS

Scholarship Application Through ScholarWeb

TTU Scholarships for the 2020-2021 Academic Year

Eligibility for TTU scholarships begins with entering a scholarship application in ScholarWeb. ScholarWeb is Tech’s online scholarship database and scholar application system. ScholarWeb is open for all admitted transfer students each fall, from August 1st through May 1st. Use ScholarWeb to identify scholarships awarded by the College of Education. There are more than 600 campus-wide. ScholarWeb can also be used to review the eligibility criteria for a particular scholarship of interest. Submission of a single ScholarWeb application ensures review for all University scholarships for which the applicant is eligible.

TTU ScholarWeb Application Process:

____ Be admitted to the university before beginning a ScholarWeb application.

____ Complete and submit a 2020-2021 ScholarWeb application once admitted beginning August 1, 2019 at https://www.tntech.edu/scholarships/. Read all of the directions within ScholarWeb thoroughly. The ScholarWeb application will close on May 1, 2020 at midnight.

____ Submit all supporting documents for scholarship review by June 1, 2020, including recommendation forms (submitted in ScholarWeb). https://www.tntech.edu/scholarships/scholarship-timeline/transfer-timeline.php

____ Complete the 2020-2021 Free Application for Federal Student Aid once it is available at www.fafsa.ed.gov, on October 1, 2019.

http://www.tntech.edu/scholarships Email [email protected] or call the Office of Scholarships at 931-372-6159 (M-F, 8:00 am-4:30 pm CST)

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TTU STUDENT EMAIL ACCOUNT

All admitted students have an email account with TTU. Your new TTU email will be very important and useful. Financial Aid, Orientation, and other offices will contact you through your TTU email.

After you have been accepted to the University, you may activate your TTU campus email account by completing the steps below:

• You will need your Tech ID and PINo Tech ID: This was included in your "Thanks for applying" email. You may also find

your ID here provided that we have your social security number on file.o PIN: This was printed on the top right-hand corner of your acceptance letter. Your

PIN is initially set to your date of birth in its 6-digit format (mmddyy) and will be thesame if you have not reset it.

• Go to www.tntech.edu/eo and click “Enter Eagle Online” and login using your credentials. Ifyou changed your PIN but do not remember it, type in your Tech ID and then click “ForgotPIN” to answer your security question, or contact myTECH Helpdesk at 931-372-3975. Ifthis is the first time you have logged in, it will ask you to change your PIN and set a securityquestion/answer.

o Once logged into Eagle Online, go to the "Personal Info" tab and click, "View EmailAddresses and Username."

o After viewing your username click "Activate Campus Email" or go to ssp.tntech.edu.

• Login using your username (ex:fmlast42) and password (initially set to z?Tech ID with Capital"T", ex: z?T00123456). Your “Username” is your email address WITHOUT [email protected].

o Reenter your old password (initially set to z?Tech ID with Capital "T," ex:z?T00123456) and create a new password. Your “New Password” must follow therequirements listed in the text.

• Click “Ok”o Enter three (3) security questions with answers.o Click the "Registration Details" tab to add a secondary email address in case you are

locked out.o Visit outlook.com/students.tntech.edu to login!o If you are unable to reset your password, please contact myTECH Helpdesk at

931-372-3975.

• To check your email in the future (now that you have reset your initial password):o Simply go to outlook.com/students.tntech.edu (you must include @students.tntech.edu

after your username).

• To find answers to frequently asked questions and learn more about your email, please visit:https://its.tntech.edu/display/MON/Email. If you have questions about setting up youremail, contact myTECH Helpdesk.

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BENCHMARK INTRODUCTION When you apply to Tennessee Tech University’s 2+2 Program, you will be completing three separate admission processes. Those three processes are admission to Tennessee Tech University, admission to the 2+2 Program, and admission to the Teacher Education Program.

This information booklet will serve as a guide through each benchmark in the Program and as an aid to your success! Please study it in detail and use it as a reference as it contains everything you need in order to be successfully admitted to Tennessee Tech University’s 2+2 Program.

WHAT IS A BENCHMARK AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT? The TTU Office of Teacher Education uses the term “benchmark” to describe the different levels or steps of requirements that must be completed throughout all TTU licensure programs. The benchmark checklist can be used by candidates to stay on track with all levels of requirements and deadlines in order to obtain their teaching license. If the benchmarks are not followed as outlined, it could cause a delay of up to one year in program completion.

In the following pages, you will find your benchmark checklist and a detailed breakdown of each benchmark. Please refer to this section periodically to be sure you are staying on track for your program.

STEP 1: Admission to

Tennessee Tech University

STEP 2: Admission to the

2+2 Program

STEP 3: Admission to the

Teacher Education Program

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BENCHMARK 1: ADMISSION TO TENNESSEE TECH UNIVERSITY (TTU)

To begin the process of being admitted to TTU, please go to: https://www.tntech.edu/admissions/undergraduate/requirements/transfers.php

• Complete the application process by clicking “Apply Now”• Next, select the correct term under the “undergraduate students section”• First time users will need to create an account• Once an account has been created, you may login and begin the application

process• Select Application/Student Type: Undergraduate Transfer• Select Intended Major from the options listed below:

o Elementary Education (NOT EARLY CHILDHOOD)o Secondary Education Chemistry (Only available at Roane State Oak Ridge)

• You may return to this link at any time and login to finish your application orcheck its status

• Requirements include the $25 application fee, all transcripts from previouscolleges, high school transcript, and health forms.

• Transfer students will not be admitted on the same day they apply to theuniversity. Please allow 2-3 weeks for processing.

• DEADLINE FOR ADMISSION TO TENNESSEE TECH UNIVERSITY ISJUNE 15th

Official college and high school transcripts should be mailed to: Tennessee Tech University Office of Admissions P.O. BOX 5006 Cookeville, TN 38505-0001

***Candidates will have access to TTU student email accounts once they have*** been fully accepted to Tennessee Tech University.

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HEALTH FORM REQUIREMENTS To access required Health Forms, please go to:

https://www.tntech.edu/healthservices/forms.php

Full-Time Registration Requirement: All students must fill out the Hepatitis B/Meningitis waiver form prior to registering for the initial semester.

Full-Time Registration Requirement: Students must provide proof of two (2) MMRs (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccinations. Proof of immunity to measles, mumps, and rubella may be provided by meeting one of the following 3 criteria:

• Date of birth before 1957, or• Documentation of 2 doses of the vaccine against measles, mumps, and rubella

given at least 28 days apart, excluding doses given earlier than 4 days before thefirst birthday, or

• Documentation of blood test (serology) showing immunity to measles, mumps, andrubella, if any one of the three is negative, 2 doses of vaccine must be providedto Health Services.

Students must also provide proof of (2) Varicella (chicken pox) vaccinations. Proof of immunity to chickenpox is required by meeting one of the following 4 criteria:

• Date of birth before 1980, or• History of chickenpox illness diagnosed by a healthcare provider or verified by a

physician, advanced practice nurse or physician assistant to whom the illness isdescribed, or

• Documentation of 2 doses of Varicella vaccine given at least 28 days apart,excluding doses given earlier than 4 days before the first birthday, or

• Documentation of blood test (serology) showing immunity to Varicella.

ALL health forms should be mailed to: Tennessee Tech University Student Health Services P.O. BOX 5096 Cookeville, TN 38505-0001 Or Emailed to: [email protected]

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BENCHMARK 2: APPLYING FOR THE 2+2 PROGRAM The process of applying to the 2+2 Program is initiated by completing the 2+2 Intent to Participate form. This form is submitted online through Tk20. In order to be considered for the program, this form must be completed and submitted online by the DEADLINE OF MARCH 1st. To complete the admission process for the 2+2 Program you must also complete the requirements for admission to Tennessee Tech University and the requirements for admission to the Teacher Education Program by the DEADLINE OF JUNE 15th.

TK20 INFORMATIONIn Tk20, potential 2+2 candidates will be creating an applicant account only; therefore, they will not have to purchase a full account at that time. Once a candidate has been fully accepted to the 2+2 Program, they will then purchase a full account that will be active for seven years from the date of purchase. More information regarding Tk20 will be provided at a later time once you have been fully accepted to the 2+2 Program.

NEED HELP? STUDENT RESOURCE WEBSITE:

https://www.tntech.edu/education/tk20/student.php

LEARNING RESOURCE CENTER (LRC) Email: [email protected]

Phone: 931-372-3856

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SUBMITTING THE INTENT TO PARTICIPATE ONLINE THROUGH TK20 To begin the Intent to Participate process, please go to: https://tntech.tk20.com

CREATING A FREE APPLICANT ACCOUNT: 1. Scroll to the bottom of the page and click on “Admissions”2. Follow the link that says “Click here to create your account”

3. Complete the form

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4. At the bottom of the form, enter the CAPTCHA information and click the “SUBMIT”button.

Your new applicant account has been created and the username and password is displayed. Click “Back to Login” and login using this username and password to complete the Intent to Participate for the 2+2 Program.

Note: Applicant accounts are used to create applications only. If accepted to the program, you will begin using a regular student account the first semester of attending TTU. All of the required program assignments, field experiences, etc. will be located in your regular student account.

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CREATING AND SUBMITTING AN ADMISSION APPLICATION: 5. Log into Tk20 at https://tntech.tk20.com using the applicant account username

(Ex: tstudent0000) and password you created.

6. On the Home page, click on “Create New Application”

7. Select the correct application you wish to complete from the drop down menu (2+2 Intent toParticipate), then click on “Next”

8. You will see general information about the application. Note the application’s due date. Clickon “Next” to continue to the next page and complete the application.

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9. Once you reach the bottom of the application you will see multiple options:

Prev: Return to the previous page.

Save: Save your work and return at a later time.

Submit: Submit the application for official review.

Close: Exit the application without saving any changes.

After clicking on the “Submit” button, Tk20 will return to the Home tab. Here you will see a

link to the application and any of its related information:

• If you saved the application: Click the application’s link to re-enter and edit it as needed.• If you submitted the application: The application link will have a next to it. The

application cannot be edited. Please contact the program advisor or TTU’s Tk20 Support [email protected] for further information.

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BENCHMARK 3: ADMISSION TO THE TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAM (TEP)

All candidates who are pursuing teacher licensure must be admitted to the Teacher Education Program. This is a separate process from applying for the 2+2 Program. The requirements for admission to the Teacher Education Program will differ depending on your program path.

Please be sure to follow the requirements that apply to your associates degree (AS or AST). If you are unsure of which requirements you need to follow, please check with your TTU academic advisor.

PLEASE DO NOT COMPLETE THE INTERVIEW REQUEST FORM OR THE BACKGROUND CHECK PROCESS UNTIL PROMPTED TO DO SO BY THE OFFICE OF TEACHER EDUCATION. YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED VIA EMAIL FROM THE

OFFICE OF TEACHER EDUCATION ([email protected]) WHEN THOSE REQUIREMENTS ARE OPEN TO 2+2 CANDIDATES FOR COMPLETION.

WHAT IS A TNUMBER AND HOW DO I GET ONE?

A TNumber is another name for your TTU student identification number. You can obtain a TNumber by applying to the university. You will not be able to complete certain forms without it. All forms for admission to the Teacher Education Program require a TNumber for submission.

If you have applied to the university, and not yet received your TNumber, you may visit the link below and look it up.

https://tturedss1.tntech.edu/pls/PROD/twbkwbis.P_GenMenu?name=homepage

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ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE IN TEACHING (AST) DEGREE REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION TO THE TEP To access required forms for admission to the Teacher Education Program, please go to:

https://www.tntech.edu/education/teachered/admission.php

YOU MUST HAVE A TNUMBER TO COMPLETE ALL FORMS!

All students who are pursuing teacher licensure must be admitted to the Teacher Education Program. Students who completed the AST (Associate Science in Teaching) Degree through a community college will have completed some requirements previously in order to obtain their AST degree. To complete full admission to the Teacher Education Program at Tennessee Tech University students must show proof of having been awarded the AST Degree (this will be listed on official transcripts) as well as complete the requirements listed below:

1. A formal Application for admission to the Teacher Education Program must be filed.(PLEASE COMPLETE THIS REQUIREMENT FIRST!)

2. Complete the Interview Request Form and the Interview Process. To schedule aninterview, please complete the interview request form and choose from the 2+2Requirement Completion Fair date listed once that date is available.

3. Complete the required TTU Background Check process through IdentoGO byMorphoTrust USA. Results from outside agencies will not be accepted.

4. Complete the Applicant Privacy Rights Form.

5. Complete the VECHS Waiver Agreement Form.

6. Meet Testing Requirements:

Core Academic Skills for Educators Test

Minimum Score Paper Based Test Computer Based Test

Reading 156 Not Available 5713 Writing 162 Not Available 5723 Math 150 Not Available 5733

Exemptions from Core Tests: ACT (Composite of 21 or better) OR SAT (1080) NOTE: Previous Praxis Core exam codes: 5732 (Math), 5712 (Reading), and 5722 (Writing) will be accepted

through August 31, 2020.

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ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE (AS) DEGREE REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION TO THE TEP

To access required forms for admission to the Teacher Education Program, please go to: https://www.tntech.edu/education/teachered/admission.php

You must have a T-Number to complete all forms!

All students who are pursuing teacher licensure must be admitted to the Teacher Education Program. The undergraduate admission process applies to students pursuing a bachelor’s degree and

transfer students that received the AS or AAS Degrees from a community college. In order to obtain full admission to the program, you must complete all requirements listed below:

1. A formal Application for admission to the Teacher Education Program must be filed. (PLEASECOMPLETE THIS REQUIREMENT FIRST!)

2. Complete the Interview Request Form and the Interview Process. To schedule an interview, pleasecomplete the interview request form and choose the 2+2 Requirement Completion Fair date listed oncethe date is available.

3. Complete the required TTU Background Check process through IdentoGO by MorphoTrust USA.Results from outside agencies will not be accepted.

4. Complete the Applicant Privacy Rights Form.

5. Complete the VECHS Waiver Agreement Form

6. Complete the Disposition Request Form for three disposition assessments. The three dispositionsMUST come from the following individuals. You will need an accurate email address for each personlisted.

o Academic Advisoro College Level Education Instructor (Ex. Intro to Teaching, Foundations of Education,

Educational Psychology)o College Instructor in Major Teaching Field (Ex. History, Math, English, etc.)

7. Minimum overall GPA of 2.75 (No exceptions)

8. Complete the following class requirements:o Writing/Comp 1 and 2 or equivalent with a grade of “C” or highero FOED equivalent with a grade of “B” or higher

Chattanooga State- ED 201 Motlow State- EDU 1010 Pellissippi State- EDU 2010 Roane State- EDU 101 (3hrs) or EDU 101 (2hrs) and EDU 223 (1hr)

9. Meet Testing Requirements:

Core Academic Skills for Educators Test

Minimum Score Paper Based Test Computer Based Test

Reading 156 Not Available 5713 Writing 162 Not Available 5723 Math 150 Not Available 5733

Exemptions from Core Tests: ACT (Composite of 21 or better) OR SAT (1080) NOTE: Previous Praxis Core exam codes: 5732 (Math), 5712 (Reading), and 5722 (Writing) will be accepted through August 31, 2020.

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BACKGROUND CHECK INFORMATION

Click here to access the Background Check Guide

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS FROM OUTSIDE AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. THE BACKGROUND CHECK MUST BE COMPLETED THROUGH THE OFFICE OF TEACHER EDUCATION—NO EXCEPTIONS.

Please be aware that we do not release copies of background check information. The TBI/FBI does not consider secondary dissemination of background check reports to be current or valid.

All students applying for a teaching program must complete the following steps to obtain the required criminal background check and fingerprinting:

1. Submit the Applicant Privacy Rights Form.

2. Submit the VECHS Waiver Agreement Form.

The TBI will not release your background check results until the Office of Teacher Education submits the completed waiver form with the required information.

3. Go to the IdentoGO by MorphoTrust USA Website

• Click "Schedule a New Appointment"• Enter Service Code: 28TY6K• Verify you selected "Child-Related Worker - Private"• Enter ORI number: TNCC71018 • Verify you selected Tennessee Tech University• Check the Acknowledge/Release square• Enter your zip code where you want to complete your fingerprints• Schedule your appointment• Please include YOUR FULL LEGAL name when registering.

5. Payment options will be presented at the end of the online registration process (Options:Money Order, eCheck, Cashier’s check, Visa or Mastercard)

If your background check results are returned showing a "reason to preclude you as a candidate", a meeting will be required to review and discuss the report. Further action may be taken depending on the severity of the incidents listed.

What to bring to fingerprinting appointment: You will need a State or Federal government-issued photo identification and your registration number. You must also provide either a payment confirmation number or a money order.

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ADMISSION TO THE TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAM TESTING REQUIREMENTS

ACT TEST If you took the ACT in high school and received superscore of 21 or higher, you will be exempt from the Praxis CORE test with TTU. Your ACT superscore is calculated by averaging your highest scores in each area of the ACT. TTU must have these scores on file to approve the exemption. To show proof of exemption, please send your high school transcript to the TTU Admissions Office. If the score is not listed on your high school transcript, you may request an official score report to be sent to the TTU Admissions Office (School Code: 4012) by going to: www.actstudent.org/scores/send/

If you did not obtain a minimum composite score of 21 on the ACT when you tested in high school, you may retake the exam. If you choose to retake the ACT, please be sure to add TTU and your community college as a score recipient. Both colleges must have these on file. The TTU School ID Code is: 4012

To view more detailed information about the ACT, please visit: http://www.actstudent.org/

PRAXIS CORE ACADEMIC SKILLS FOR EDUCATORS TEST The CORE Academic Skills for Educators test is required for all students entering the Teacher Education Program, unless you meet an exemption via the ACT or SAT. These tests measure academic skills in reading, writing, and mathematics. These tests were designed to provide comprehensive assessments that measure the skills and content knowledge of candidates entering teacher preparation programs. To view more detailed information about the Praxis CORE, please visit: http://www.ets.org/praxis/about/core/

When taking the Praxis test, please be sure to add TTU as well as your community college as a score recipient. Both colleges must have these on file. The TTU School ID Code is: 1804

Core Academic Skills for

Educators Test Minimum Score

Paper Based Test Computer Based Test

Reading 156 Not Available 5713

Writing 162 Not Available 5723

Math 150 Not Available 5733

Exemptions from Core Tests: ACT (Composite of 21 or better) OR SAT (1080) NOTE: Previous Praxis Core exam codes: 5732 (Math), 5712 (Reading), and 5722 (Writing)

will be accepted through August 31, 2020.

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TESTING RESOURCES AND TUTORING ASSISTANCE Tennessee Tech University offers resources and tutoring assistance for both the ACT and Praxis CORE tests. For more information, please contact:

Office of Teacher Education Phone: 931-372-6264

Email: [email protected]

To view available test prep materials, please visit: https://www.tntech.edu/education/teachered/testing.php

TTU COED ONLINE TEST PREP COMMUNITY

By joining the test prep community, teacher candidates will have access to FREE ACT, Praxis CORE, and MAT test prep resources. This community allows candidates to engage in discussion groups, exchange test prep strategies, and plan study sessions. Additionally, candidates will have access to online interactive practice tests, study materials, and TTU tutors!

To join for the 2020-2021 Academic Year, please follow the steps below:

• Go to www.schoology.com • Click “Sign Up” • Provide the required information, then login! • Once you have logged in, at the top go to “Courses”, then click “My Courses” in the

top right corner, lastly click “Join a Course”. • Enter the Access Code: 9PQ34-GCWVW

NOTICE: TTU IS A CERTIFIED TESTING CENTER AND OFFERS COMPUTER BASED TESTING FOR ALL PRAXIS TESTS!

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ACT QUICK FACTS

Upcoming Test Dates: To view National ACT test dates please visit the link below. (Residual test dates are not accepted): http://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/registration.html

Registration Deadlines: Registration is due one month in advance of testing date.

Sections: English, Math, Reading, Science (Writing section is not required)

Cost: Base price of test is $50.50. Additional charges may apply for late fees, standby fees, etc.

Maximum Score: Composite score of 36

Average Score: Composite score of 21

Required score for admission to the TTU Teacher Education Program:

Superscore of 21

WHAT’S ON THE ACT?

English Section

• 45 minutes • 75 multiple–choice questions • Grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, and rhetorical

skills

Math Section

• 60 minutes • 60 multiple–choice questions • Algebra I and II, geometry, and some trigonometry

Reading Section

• 35 minutes • 40 multiple–choice questions • Four passages (prose fiction, social studies, humanities,

and natural sciences) with 10 questions per passage

Science Section

• 35 minutes • 40 multiple–choice questions • Presented with graphs, charts, tables, and research

summaries

TTU SCORE RECIPIENT CODE: 4012 You can find free ACT Practice Tests and Events at:

http://www.princetonreview.com/college/free-act-practice-test#!practice

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PRAXIS CORE QUICK FACTS Upcoming Test Dates: Continuous Computer Testing Available

Registration Deadlines: Deadlines vary by test site

Sections: Reading, Math, and Writing

Cost: Base price for all 3 tests is $150. Base price for individual tests are $90. Additional charges may apply for late fees, standby fees, etc.

Test Time: 5 hours for all three sections or Reading- 85 mins, Math- 85 mins, & Writing- 2 Sections (40 mins & 60 mins)

Number of Questions: Reading- 56, Math- 56, Writing- 40 and 2 essays

Required score for admission to the TTU Teacher Education Program:

Reading- 156, Math- 150, and Writing- 162

WHAT’S ON THE PRAXIS CORE?

Reading Section The Core Reading test includes sets of questions that require the integration and analysis of multiple documents, as well as some alternate response types, e.g., select-in-passage.

Math Section

The Core Mathematics test includes numeric entry and multiple choice questions and will also offer an on-screen calculator to help ensure that questions are testing mathematical reasoning by reducing the chance that a candidate’s wrong response comes from a simple arithmetic error.

Writing Section

The Core Writing test assesses both argumentative writing and informative/explanatory writing and will contain one writing task for each writing type. In addition, multiple-choice questions will be added to address the importance of research strategies and assess strategies for revising and improving text.

TTU SCORE RECIPIENT CODE: 1804

Test can be taken every 21 days (not including initial test date).

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ADMISSION TO THE TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAM FAQS

GPA: Q: I am receiving the AS Degree and my TTU inclusive GPA is below a 2.75. Is there any way I can still be accepted to the Teacher Education Program with a low GPA? A: No. Unfortunately that is a not a requirement we can make an exception for. INTERVIEW: Q: Can I complete my interview for Admission to the Teacher Education Program at any time? A: No. Interviews are only conducted on certain pre-scheduled days as that is the only time interviewers are available. 2+2 candidates will be completing their interview at the 2+2 Requirement Completion Fair in May. Q: How do I know when to complete the Interview Request form? A: 2+2 Students will be completing their interviews at the 2+2 Requirement Completion Fair in May. They will be notified via email from the Office of Teacher Education ([email protected]) when the Interview Request form is open for submission. Q: How do I request an interview for Admission to the Teacher Education Program? A: Students may request an interview by submitting the Interview Request Form. 2+2 Students will be notified when this form is open to them. 2+2 students should choose the 2+2 Requirement Completion Fair date that will be listed. Q: About how long does the interview for Admission to the Teacher Education Program take? A: The average amount of time an interview takes is 20-30 minutes, depending on the interviewer. Q: Is there a dress code for interviews? A: Yes. You need to dress professionally for the interview. Interview attire will be rated.

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TRANSCRIPTS: Q: My Community College transcript will not be ready by the June 15th deadline. Will that keep me out of the 2+2 Program? A: No. As long as ALL other requirements are complete, you will be listed as deferred until we receive your final transcripts. Once those are on file, your status will be changed to approved. TESTING REQUIREMENTS: Q: Am I supposed to take the Praxis I (PPST) test or the Praxis CORE Academic Skills for Educators test? A: The Praxis I Pre-Professional Skills Test (PPST) is the old requirement for admission to the Program. The new testing requirement that students must meet is the Praxis CORE Academic Skills for Educators test. PPST tests taken by July 14, 2014 will be accepted for up to five years following the date the test was taken. PPST tests taken after that date WILL NOT be accepted. Begining July 15, 2014, ALL students should be taking the CORE Academic Skills for Educators test.

The passing scores for the PPST are as follows: Reading-174, Math-173, and Writing-173 The passing scores for the CORE test are as follows: Reading-156, Math-150, and Writing-162 Q: Are there study materials available for the Praxis CORE or the ACT? A: Yes. You may contact the Office of Teacher Education for more information at 931-372-6264 and join the online test prep community (see p. 25). BACKGROUND CHECK: Q: I recently had a background check completed for my job. Will that be accepted for Admission to the Teacher Education Program? A: No. Not all background checks screen for the same information. In order for us to ensure the school systems that the correct information is being checked, we require ALL background checks be completed through the Office of Teacher Education. No exceptions. The TBI also does not consider secondary dissemination of background checks to be current or valid, so they should not be reused. Q: I was recently hired for a new job. Can I have my background check results sent to my employer? A: No. We are only permitted to use background check results for clinical placements. We do not share copies of background check information because the TBI/FBI does not consider secondary dissemination of background check reports to be current or valid. A new background check should be completed when required.

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REMAINING BENCHMARKS: ADMISSION TO RESIDENCY I, RESIDENCY II, AND PROGRAM COMPLETION

Information on remaining benchmarks will be given to you upon admission to the 2+2 Program. These benchmarks will cover the last two years of your program and licensure completion. During the last two years of the program, you will begin your Field and Clinical Practice. Field and Clinical Practice is an integral part of the College of Education’s teacher candidate preparation at TTU. The College of Education plans quality experiences in school settings that range from classroom observational experiences early in the program to pre-residency experiences where beginning instructional skills are practiced under the direction of a mentoring teacher.

Pre-Residency field experiences may include between 30 to 90 hours of involvement depending on the course associated with that experience. During candidates’ early field work they are encouraged to gain additional experience with several grade levels through volunteer or after-school programs. Clinical Practice is the culmination of the teacher preparation program and involves the Residency clinical experience. Residency candidates should expect a year-long field placement in one school setting and with one mentor. Interaction with schools, mentors, and students gradually increases.

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2+2 PROGRAM BENCHMARK CHECKLIST Benchmark #1: Admission to Tennessee Tech University (p. 13-14) (https://www.tntech.edu/admissions/undergraduate/requirements/transfers.php) Process must be completed by June 15th _____1. Apply to Tennessee Tech University _____2. Pay $25 Application Fee _____3. Send OFFICIAL transcripts from all previous colleges _____4. Send High School Transcript _____5. Submit required Health Forms to Student Health Services Office Benchmark #2: Apply and Complete Requirements for the 2+2 Program (p. 15-19) (https://www.tntech.edu/education/ci/2plus2.php) _____1. Submit the 2+2 Program Intent to Participate through Tk20 (Due by March 1st) _____2. Complete Benchmarks two and three _____3. Complete AS or AST Degree Requirements Benchmark #3: Admission to Teacher Education Program (p.20-29) (https://www.tntech.edu/education/teachered/admission.php) Process must be completed by June 15th unless otherwise noted _____1. Submit online Application to TTU Teacher Education Program (due by April 20th) _____2. Satisfactorily complete the TTU Background Check Process and submit the Background

Check VECHS Waiver Agreement Form and the Applicant Privacy Rights Form (due by April 20th)

_____3. Complete the online Interview Request Form and complete the Teacher Education

Interview Process at the 2+2 Requirement Completion Fair (due by April 20th) _____4. Submit three satisfactory Disposition Assessments. One from each of the following:

Advisor, Education Instructor, and Content Area Instructor from online request form (Students completing the AST Degree are EXEMPT from this requirement)

_____5. Submit PRAXIS CORE test scores or eligibility for exemption based upon: ACT composite

score of 21 or the SAT (call for more information) _____6. Complete FOED 1820 or 1822 and FOED 2011 or major equivalent with a grade of “B” or

higher _____7. Complete ENGL 1010 and 1020 or equivalent with a grade of “C” or higher _____8. Meet established TTU inclusive GPA (2.75 excluding developmental classes)

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Remaining program benchmarks for Residency I, Residency II, and Program Completion will be provided once you are admitted to the program.

IMPORTANT DATES AND DEADLINES

DATE EVENT August 1, 2019 • ScholarWeb Opens (must be admitted to TTU to apply)

March 1, 2020 • 2+2 Intent to Participate Due

April 20, 2020 • Application for Admission to Teacher Education Program Due • Interview Request Form Due • Background Check Requirements Due

May 1, 2020 • ScholarWeb Closes at midnight • Priority deadline to submit the FAFSA for need-based TTU

scholarship considerations

May 8, 2020 • 2+2 Requirement Completion Fair at TTU Main Campus

***More details will come later regarding the completion fair***

June 1, 2020 • Supporting documents for scholarship review due via ScholarWeb

June 15, 2020 • Deadline for full Admission to Tennessee Tech University • Deadline for full Admission to the Teacher Education Program

August 11, 2020 • 2+2 Orientation at TTU Main Campus

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