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Upcoming General Curriculum Math Workshop - Cambridge 11/14

by Chris Abraham, M.Ed.

Sep 28, 2010

MTELTestPrep.com

Upcoming General Curriculum Math Workshop

Cambridge, November 14th

ï¿¼MTEL MATH WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION

The Workshop is designed for teachers who need comprehensive review of the core math concepts on the General Curriculum Math-Subtest (03) (Including Number Sense and Operations, Geometry, L...See More

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Prudential Skywalk Teaching Plan or Scavenger Hunt

by mslutheran

Sep 29, 2010

I am taking a group of eighth graders to Boston and we are visiting the Prudential Tower. I understand they have a museum, audio tour, and movie. Does anyone have a teaching plan, scavenger hunt, or suggestions to focus and engage them?

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Curriculum Development Grants Available

by The American Turkish Society

Sep 30, 2010

LEASE FORWARD WIDELY.

The American Turkish Society's Education Program is pleased to announce the availability of Curriculum Development Grants for 2011.

The program, which was initiated by The Society in the spring of 2010, offers funds to elementary and secondary school teachers to develop innovative curricula, projects and othe...See MoreLEASE FORWARD WIDELY.

The American Turkish Society's Education Program is pleased to announce the availability of Curriculum Development Grants for 2011.

The program, which was initiated by The Society in the spring of 2010, offers funds to elementary and secondary school teachers to develop innovative curricula, projects and other classroom activities about Turkey. The Society’s first Curriculum Development Grant was awarded to Harry A. Dawe, former Headmaster of Robert College in Istanbul and current history teacher and college counselor at the Fieldston Upper School in Bronx, New York. Mr. Dawe received support for History 181: East Meets West, for which he developed course material and two chapters of a history text book for use with eleventh and twelfth graders.

Grants vary between $250 and $2,500, and cover the costs of research, materials, speakers, and other expenses incurred by the school or the teacher. The amount of each grant is determined by the project’s scope, the availability of total funds, and the number of projects selected through a competitive process. The American Turkish Society encourages all applicants to identify additional sources of funding where possible. Once selected, grantees will be free to develop their proposed projects without editorial input from The Society. They will, however, participate in follow-up activities for evaluation purposes and will be asked to share any teaching plans, materials and activities with The American Turkish Society for future dissemination.

Application Process: Spring Semester, 2011

Application deadline: November 1 Notification: December 1

Please submit proposals including:

1. A 2-page summary of the proposed project detailing the tools, materials, and methods to be used; the objectives and anticipated impact; and the teacher's relevant qualifications; 2. A project budget, including a detailed breakdown of costs and the grant amount requested; 3. The teacher’s CV; and 4. A letter of support from the teacher’s school.

Interested parties should send proposals to The American Turkish Society at [email removed].

For questions and additional information, please email [email removed].

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Experience MTEL Math Teacher for 53, 47, 09 & General Curr.

by Chris Abraham

Oct 3, 2010

My name is Chris Abraham and I am experienced teacher and MTEL,GRE,and SAT math tutor. I provide one-on-one math instruction to graduate students and teachers preparing to take the New General Curriculum math sub-test and MTELs 03, 47, 51, 53, & 09. I conduct small group MTEL Test prep Math workshops in Cambridge Mass & online. The next sch...See More

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Private MTEL Math Tutor for the Gen. Curriculum, 53, 47 & 09

by Chris Abraham

Oct 3, 2010

MTELTestPrep.com

Sign Up Now for the November 14th General Curriculum Math Workshop - Cambridge, MA.

Contact:Chris Abraham at 617.669.4481.

MTEL MATH WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION

The Workshop is designed for teachers who need comprehensive review of the core math concepts on the General Curriculum Math-Subtest (03) (...See More

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Private MTEL Math Tutoring & Cambridge MTEL Math Workshop

by Chris Abraham

Oct 4, 2010

Hello. My name is Chris Abraham, and I would like to be your Private MTEL math tutor. I am a profession teacher and specialized in helping teachers pass the Gen. Curr., 53, 48, & 09 Math MTELS.

FOR MORE INFORMATION GO TO: WWW.MTELTESTPREP.COM

I offer private one-on-one, small group, and online math tutoring for the MTELs (Ge...See More

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Experience MTEL Math Teacher for 53, 47, 09 & General Curr.

by Chris Abraham

Oct 4, 2010

My name is Chris Abraham and I am experienced teacher and MTEL, SAT, and GRE math tutor. I provide one-on-one math instruction to graduate students and teachers preparing to take the New General Curriculum math sub-test and MTELs 03, 47, 51, 53, & 09. I also provide private and small group instruction to secondary & elementary students in t...See More

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Intial in PE, but want one in SPED, can I just take cert...

by Confused

Oct 10, 2010

I graduated college with an initial license in PE from an approved program.

I have an intial license in PE. I want to get an initial in SPED moderate to mild disabilities.

Do I need to just take the required MTEL SPED tests to do this or do I need an approved licensure program in SPED as well.

I have taught SPED at the ...See More

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Confused Thanks for your response.

Could this be satified with a graduate degree in special education/ mild to moderate disabilities?

I saw an initial track licensure option at salem state college and it was 30 credits. This seems like too many credits here.

Is there a way around this since I already have an initial license.
<...See MoreThanks for your response.

Could this be satified with a graduate degree in special education/ mild to moderate disabilities?

I saw an initial track licensure option at salem state college and it was 30 credits. This seems like too many credits here.

Is there a way around this since I already have an initial license.

Thanks any more information would be appreciated.

On 10/11/10, Jarod HM wrote: > While you don't need to have an SPED endorsement, you will need > to submit proof that you have taken coursework that addresses > the major competencies of the Moderate Special needs license. > So, if you have not taken moderate SPED coursework, beyond > Introduction to Special Education, you will need to take > additional classes. You will also need to document or arrange > SPEC practicum. > > Here is the text from the MA DESE website: > > 2005:Educators earning an additional Massachusetts license in a > new field > > Coverage of: Design or modification of curriculum, > instructional materials, and general education classroom > environments for students with moderate disabilities > > Coverage of: Educational terminology for students with mild to > moderate disabilities > > Coverage of: Knowledge of services provided by other agencies > > Coverage of: Preparation, implementation, and evaluation of > Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) > > Coverage of: Ways to prepare and maintain students with > disabilities for general education classrooms; for example, use > of behavioral management principles > > A practicum/practicum equivalent or internship of 150 hours in > the role of the license sought in an appropriate classroom > > Coverage of: Federal and state laws and regulations pertaining > to special education > > One of the following: > > * Achieved a passing score on a General Curriculum subject > matter test administered prior to 3/7/09. or > > * Achieve a passing score in one of the following academic > subjects: English, mathematics, science (biology, chemistry, > earth science, general science, and physics), history, or > political science/political philosophy at the 5-8 or 8-12 grade > level > > One of the following: > > > * Achieve a passing score on the Foundations of Reading subject > matter test or > > * Achieve a passing score on the Reading Specialist subject > matter test

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Jaron HM You will need to complete some coursework and have a practicum or special education teaching documented through a school of education. When I was doing my M.Ed. in Secondary Education in an urban ed cohort, a number of other teachers had initial license in elementary or some other field and where completing it to complete the requirements for the S...See MoreYou will need to complete some coursework and have a practicum or special education teaching documented through a school of education. When I was doing my M.Ed. in Secondary Education in an urban ed cohort, a number of other teachers had initial license in elementary or some other field and where completing it to complete the requirements for the SPED license.

I would look to see if there are any universities near you that offer at Certificate or CAGS route. They are generally few courses than a full Master degree. Also, check with your district to see if they have a relationship with a nearby School of Ed to provide streamlined certification in SPED. A friend of mine was hired by Boston Public as a SEI/SPED teacher and had to complete some coursework over the summer to meet the SPED requirements.

I can put you in touch with a great SPED teacher I know who might be able to give you more detailed advice. I have posted my email address if you want to get in touch.

On 10/12/10, Confused wrote: > Thanks for your response. > > Could this be satified with a graduate degree in special > education/ mild to moderate disabilities? > > I saw an initial track licensure option at salem state college > and it was 30 credits. This seems like too many credits here. > > Is there a way around this since I already have an initial > license. > > Thanks any more information would be appreciated. > > On 10/11/10, Jarod HM wrote: >> While you don't need to have an SPED endorsement, you will need >> to submit proof that you have taken coursework that addresses >> the major competencies of the Moderate Special needs license. >> So, if you have not taken moderate SPED coursework, beyond >> Introduction to Special Education, you will need to take >> additional classes. You will also need to document or arrange >> SPEC practicum. >> >> Here is the text from the MA DESE website: >> >> 2005:Educators earning an additional Massachusetts license in a >> new field >> >> Coverage of: Design or modification of curriculum, >> instructional materials, and general education classroom >> environments for students with moderate disabilities >> >> Coverage of: Educational terminology for students with mild to >> moderate disabilities >> >> Coverage of: Knowledge of services provided by other agencies >> >> Coverage of: Preparation, implementation, and evaluation of >> Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) >> >> Coverage of: Ways to prepare and maintain students with >> disabilities for general education classrooms; for example, use >> of behavioral management principles >> >> A practicum/practicum equivalent or internship of 150 hours in >> the role of the license sought in an appropriate classroom >> >> Coverage of: Federal and state laws and regulations pertaining >> to special education >> >> One of the following: >> >> * Achieved a passing score on a General Curriculum subject >> matter test administered prior to 3/7/09. or >> >> * Achieve a passing score in one of the following academic >> subjects: English, mathematics, science (biology, chemistry, >> earth science, general science, and physics), history, or >> political science/political philosophy at the 5-8 or 8-12 grade >> level >> >> One of the following: >> >> >> * Achieve a passing score on the Foundations of Reading subject >> matter test or >> >> * Achieve a passing score on the Reading Specialist subject >> matter test

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Cambridge Gen. Curriculum Math Workshop - Nov. 14, 2010

by Chris Abraham

Oct 11, 2010

REGISTER NOW FOR THE NOV. 14TH, 2010 CAMBRIDGE GEN. Curriculum Workshop. Call 617.669.4481 or Register online at MTELtestprep.com

My name is Chris Abraham and I am experienced teacher and MTEL, MCAS, and SAT math tutor. I provide one-on-one math instruction to graduate students and teachers preparing to take the New General Curriculum mat...See More

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Earth Science mtel

by Leo

Oct 12, 2010

I'm taking the earth science motel in November and would appreciate any advice on the best prep books or test advice. I'm a midcareer teacher so it had been a long time since college.

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