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GROUP ADVISING INFORMATION FORSOPHOMORES AND JUNIORS
Fall 2010
The ISET Major is part of University College
ISET is the only major in the University College
University College
How you prepare for Group Advising
Gather formsView unofficial transcript Update ISET ChecklistUpdate 4-year plan
Where you can find the forms
Pick up the forms at: The ISET Office (McKee 227) or Print from the ISET website (Forms)
ISET course checklist 4-year plan worksheetGPA prediction worksheet
Catalog Look on URSA to see which catalog you are in –
Go to Student Information Curriculum Information Current Program Catalog Term
Read the course descriptions
Check out course prerequisites
Be aware of GPA requirements
Look at your Unofficial Transcript on URSA
Do you have the… Correct major ? (minor if applicable)
Correct concentration ? Elementary licensure ? ESL endorsement ? (if applicable)
Do you have transfer credits?
These are listed by institution on your unofficial transcript
AP/IB credits Contact Admissions {351-2881} if credits are not listed• Must have C or higher for credits to
transfer• Grades do not transfer
View URSA for Transcript Totals
Located above Courses in Progress Earned Hours = transfer credits + UNC
credits◦ Credit total determines registration date
Use overall Quality Points, GPA hours, and GPA values to complete GPA worksheet
Follow instructions for calculating GPA on GPA Worksheet
Second page of GPA Worksheet gives the Quality Point values for letter grades
GPA is Very Important!
• 2.75 cumulative GPA is needed to register for many PTEP courses
• 3.0 cumulative GPA prerequisite for :• EDEL 445/446 Literacy Block• EDEL 450 Math and Social Studies Methods
• EDEL 453/454 Student Teaching Block• To calculate your GPA follow the directions on the GPA Prediction Worksheet
Grade Forgiveness (GF): Best way to raise your GPA
May be applied toward 4 courses (up to 12 credits)
Application available at www.unco.edu/registrar FORMS
◦ Read information box on GF Application
Submit application to Registrar’s Office prior to last day of semester in which course is repeated
GF applications submitted after the end of term require advisor signature
Keep a copy of the application for your personal records
Update your ISET Checklist
Check the courses you have already completed according to your unofficial transcript
Check the courses you are currently enrolled in
Update your 4-Year Plan
Include classes you plan to take next semester
Students with an updated checklist and 4-year plan will receive priority in advising
Where are your classes located?
Carefully check the location of your classes
Some courses are off campus
◦DO NOT register for any class with: LOWR, LOV or COSP location
◦ DIST = Extended Studies {additional tuition cost}
Course Information
Some courses have unique requirements EX: Online WEB; Hybrid; Recitation; Lab
To find out specifics about courses: Click on the CRN # Look at the information in Notes It is your responsibility to be informed about
the classes you choose
Course Information
In the Math concentration:◦ MATH 391, MATH 395 & MED 381 are
fall only classesIn the Language Arts concentration
◦ FILM 120 requires also registering for
FILM 121 PTEP requires a B or above in ENG 122 OR
123
Science Course Information
BIO 265 and SCI 265 and ESCI 265
◦ You must register for the Lecture (3-4 cr)
~AND ~◦ You must register for the Lab (0 cr)
** Submit both CRN numbers at the same time
ESL Information
ESL concentration requires◦ 2 years of H.S. foreign language or ◦1 full year of college level foreign language
◦To document language background please contact [email protected]
You can take courses at the
community collegeSee the Community College Guaranteed Transfer Agreement form
Also - found on ISET websitewww.unco.edu/ISET/forms
Transcripts should be sent to Admissions
Where you can find PTEP Information
www.unco.edu/teachVery important!Required forms are available here
Check often--frequently updated!
Checkpoint Courses
• 0 credit courses with no scheduled meetings• Print Checklist• Complete requirements by due date {STE website}
Register in the appropriate semester: EDFE 110: After completion of 15 cr. and prior to
PTEP prerequisites• EDFE 120: semester prior to Literacy Practicum with 3.0 cumulative GPA • EDFE 130: semester prior to Student Teaching with 3.0 cumulative GPA
Course Information EDEL 350
EDRD 319 needs to be taken the semester prior to EDEL 350 (emergent literacy tutoring)
If you are unable to register for EDRD 319 please get on the waiting list:
www.unco.edu/teach --> Waiting List
EDEL 350 requires a 2.75 GPA
Classes With Registration Issues
• SCED 475 must register for specific lab to accompany specific lecture
• SCED 475 should be taken with the Literacy Practicum: EDEL 445 & 446
• CH 303 – check the CRN and read notes: online or hybrid
EDEL 445/446Request For Literacy Practicum Placement
Found at http://www.unco.edu/teach/eptep.html Registered in EDFE 120 semester prior to request Cumulative GPA of 3.0 semester prior to request Completed or currently enrolled in EDEL 350 Proof of registration for PLACE or PRAXIS II Partner Schools need:
Resume * One-page letter to cooperating teacher
** Preference for placements are NOT guaranteed * Check Career Services website for assistance
EDF 408
EDF 408 I Can Do It Workshop One credit class on a Saturday Take with Literacy Block EDEL 445/446 Not required but highly recommended
PRAXIS II
See PRAXIS II on ISET website Budget and prepare ($130) Take one year prior to Student Teaching Review content area information
Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, History/Social Science
Practice/Review material available online www.ets.org/praxis/register or at a bookstore
Network with each other! Review sessions offered each semester
Please Note!
* All methods courses must be completed Prior to final student teaching (EDEL 453 and 454)
Methods courses include:◦ ART 444◦ CH 303 ** (may be taken during student teaching)◦ SES 403◦ MUS 305◦ TESL 370◦ EDEL 450 ( minimum grade of ‘B’ required)◦ SCED 475◦ EDEL 445 & 446 ( minimum grade of ‘B’ required)
Student Teaching
• Enroll in EDFE 130 semester prior to student teaching {EDEL 453/454}
Passing score on PLACE or PRAXIS II for EDFE 130 is required for student teaching placement
Placement request for Student Teaching is on Blackboard through EDFE 130 course – no self placement
Degree Evaluation
Please look at your degree evaluation on URSA
Compare completed courses with existing and remaining courses on the ISET Checklist
Contact ISET advisor if there are discrepancies
Graduation Information
◦ Conduct Grad Check Last semester prior to Literacy Practicum {EDEL 445/446}
◦ Registrar’s Office - Carter Hall 3002 Call to make an appointment: 351-2231 $50 one-time cost – added to your student bill
◦ See ISET advisor regarding any questions/concerns DO NOT PANIC !
Are You on the Listserv?
Check the ISET website bullet for Listserv Helpful information for ISET major
◦ Important dates and deadlines◦ Speakers and events◦ Volunteer opportunities◦ Employment opportunities
Do you know about the ISET Library?
Please visit the ISET Resource Library! McKee 227 (ISET Office)
Useful, current texts on: Literacy, classroom management,
strategies, cognitive function, etc… Easy check-out We have a copy of the PRAXIS study guide Come see what is available!
Spring Registration Dates Based on Earned Hours
Nov 5 Junior 89-75 cr Nov 8 Junior 74-60 cr~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
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Nov 9 Sophomore 59-49 cr Nov 10 Sophomore 48-38 cr Nov 11 Sophomore 37-30 cr
Sign-up for your Group Advising Session
Everyone must sign-up for a Group Advising session:
◦ Call the ISET Office: 351-2929
OR
◦ Stop by the ISET Office : McKee 227
Final Notes
• You can make an individual appointment after you have attended Group Advising if you have more questions or need to discuss issues privately
• No PIN numbers are given in individual appointments
ISET Advisors McKee 227 351-2929
Pat Doherty◦ 351-1369◦ [email protected]
Jaime Donahue◦ 351-1602◦ [email protected]
