2. Elementary Teacher Preparation Instructional Technology Emphasis & eMINTS Certification Missouri State University’s

3. Nov. 27, 2010eMINTS EmphasisPage 3 Description Elementary Education –Emphasis area (12 hour minimum) –Includes eMINTS certification –3 MSU eMINTS courses/9 credits –1 additional course/3 credits

4. Nov. 27, 2010eMINTS EmphasisPage 4 eMINTS Courses 4 course sequence: Fall EEM 501/601 Introduction to Technology-Based Inquiry Instruction Spring EEM 502/602 Applications of Technology-Based Inquiry Instruction Fall EEM 503/603 Implementing Technology-Based Inquiry Instruction Spring ELE 495-496 Student Teaching in an eMINTS classroom

5. 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 Sequenced courses + option to total 12 hrs Nov. 27, 2010eMINTS EmphsasisPage 5

6. Nov. 27, 2010eMINTS EmphasisPage 6 Benefits Personal & Professional Benefits –Improved marketability –More attractive to employers –No training period while employed –Benefits of official eMINTS teacher (Next screen)

7. Nov. 27, 2010eMINTS EmphasisPage 7 Benefits Provided to eMINTS teachers - Meets NETS-T standards -Access to Professional Development materials -Access to eMINTS Discussion list - May request customized eThemes

8. Nov. 27, 2010eMINTS EmphasisPage 8 Benefits cont. School Benefits of eMINTS –Classroom equipment –Higher performing students –Access to Professional Development materials

9. Nov. 27, 2010eMINTS EmphasisPage 9 Certification Requirements Portfolio Site visits

10. Nov. 27, 2010eMINTS EmphasisPage 10 Portfolio Required by and approved by eMINTS and contains: WebQuest Website Inquiry-based lesson plan Reflection

11. Nov. 27, 2010eMINTS EmphasisPage 11 Site Visit Embedded in student teaching –Teaching observations –Follow-up coaching

12. Nov. 27, 2010eMINTS EmphasisPage 12 Location 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

13. Nov. 27, 2010eMINTS EmphasisPage 13 Instructors Courses taught by eMINTS certified trainers Field experiences mentored by eMINTS certified teachers Student teaching supervised by eMINTS certified trainer Technical support specialists available

14. Nov. 27, 2010eMINTS EmphasisPage 14 Application 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

15. Nov. 27, 2010eMINTS EmphasisPage 15 Selection 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

16. Nov. 27, 2010eMINTS EmphasisPage 16 Reminders 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)

17. Nov. 27, 2010eMINTS EmphasisPage 17 More Information Contact: Dr. Roberta Aram robertaaram@missouristate.edu Or visit: http://education.missouristate.edu/ele/eMINTS/default.htm

18. Nov. 27, 2010eMINTS EmphasisPage 18 Submit 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)