1. GROUP ADVISING Information for Juniors (60-89 credits)
Fall 2018

2. To Do List prior to Group Advising:
Update your four-year plan
Check Degree Works for Accuracy and Major Requirements
Check URSA account for ‘Holds” and registration date
‘Holds’ may prevent registration
Check for transfer credit accuracy

3. How do I sign up for Group Advising?
Sign up for Group Advising using the link that was ed to you on February 9th
Update Graduation Requirements Form prior to Advising
Review your academic progress on Degree Works for accuracy
Watch the Junior Power Point presentation prior to Advising
Please be prompt

4. Course Information:
Please click on the CRN number for specific course prerequisites, co-requisites, and information
SCED 475: You must register for the specific linked lecture (3 cr.) AND specific linked lab (0 cr.). Click on the CRN for the specific Lecture/Lab combination.
Submit both CRN numbers at the same time to register

5. GPA Is Very Important! Please take your grades seriously!
There are two cumulative GPA checkpoints in the Elementary Education program:
(1) Students need a 2.75 cumulative GPA for these classes: EDF 370, EDEL 350, and PSY 347
(2) A 3.0 cumulative GPA for your last two semesters which include your second
Practicum and Student Teaching
3.0 cumulative GPA is a prerequisite for the following course:
EDEL 454 Student Teaching
Consider Grade Replacement if necessary

6. Grade Replacement is the Best Way to Raise Your GPA
The Grade Replacement Application form must be completed and submitted to the Registrar’s Office prior to the semester’s drop deadline.
Grade Replacement Application form can be found on the Registrar’s website at:
Contact Financial Aid regarding guidelines
Grade Replacement may affect Financial Aid and may also affect COF Stipend.

7. CLD Track with ESL Endorsement
CLD Academic Track with endorsement requires:
Documentation of foreign language background (minimum of one year of college- level foreign language)
Contact:
Student Teaching must be in an ESL-based school

8. Social Studies/Literacy Practicum Course Information
Social Studies/Literacy Practicum – Typically this is scheduled during the semester prior to Mathematics/Science Practicum.
Weekly schedule:
Two days per week (either MW, or TR) on campus taking methods courses:
EDEL 425 – Social Studies Methods
EDEL 445 – Intermediate Literacy Methods
ET 340 – Integration of Technology
EDFE 120 – Checkpoint and Request for Practicum Placement
EDEL 457 – Social Studies/Literacy Practicum - two full days (either MW, or TR) in an elementary school with an elementary teacher (mentor)

9. Mathematics/Science Practicum Course Information
Mathematics/Science Practicum Typically this is scheduled during the semester prior to Student Teaching.
Weekly schedule:
Two days per week (either MW, or TR) on campus taking methods courses:
EDEL 420 – Mathematics Methods
SCED 475 – Science Methods (the lecture & lab are linked!)
EDEL 339 – Data Assessment
EDEL 459 – Mathematics/Science Practicum - two full days (either MW, or TR) in an elementary school with an elementary teacher (mentor)

10. Please Note:
ALL courses must be completed prior to final student teaching: EDEL Students may not be taking ANY other coursework during this semester.
Reminder: Cumulative GPA of 3.0 and passing ALL sections of the PRAXIS are required prior to EDEL 454.

11. EDFE 120 Registration:
In the semester(s) prior to the Social Studies/Literacy Practicum and the Mathematics/Science Practicum
Select the section of EDFE 120 that lists Dr. Charles Warren as the Instructor. You will receive further information from Dr. Warren.
Complete the request for Placement Survey (resume, Cooperating Teacher Letter)
Must have successfully completed EDEL 350 prior to the Social Studies/Literacy Practicum.
You will register for EDFE 120 TWO semesters – once before the Social Studies/Literacy Practicum, and once before the Mathematics/Science Practicum.

12. PRAXIS Register for the PRAXIS Test
Licensure accepted in 43 states and Guam
Select the correct test
Approximate cost $180
Elementary Education: Multiple Subjects
Must select Colorado as the state, to avoid registering for the wrong test
Select a test location – several in Northern Colorado
Computer-delivered test
Study materials are available in the STE Office – McKee 216 – ask Dee about the process for checking out study materials

13. PRAXIS
See PRAXIS on ELED website: education/current-students/praxis.aspx
PRAXIS Brochures in ELED Office
Take the PRAXIS one semester prior to EDFE 120
Practice/Review material available online at at bookstores, or in the ELED Library located in McKee 216
Print scores immediately: score availability will expire
It is required to submit documentation that demonstrates that the PRAXIS test has been taken prior to EDFE 120 packet submission.
It is further required that proof of successfully passing the PRAXIS is demonstrated prior to student teaching. You will not be able to student teach unless the PRAXIS has been passed.
Scores are due February 10, 2018 for Fall 2018 Practicum!

14. COMMUNITY COLLEGE COURSES
View the Community College Guaranteed Transfer Agreement form available on the ELED website or in the ELED office programs/elementary-education/advising/forms-resources.aspx
It can also be found on the Registrar’s home page at: .html
Grade of “C” or higher transfers to UNC
Transfer credits do not affect your UNC GPA
All Transcripts should be sent to the Registrar’s Office

15. Elementary Advisors are located in McKee 216
Jaime Donahue
Liz Osborn
*Advisors are located in McKee 216 and appointments can be made by calling Dee in the STE Office at: