,Click to edit Master title style,Click to edit Master text styles,Second level,Third level,Fourth level,Fifth level,*,Elementary Education Comprehensive Examination Overview Session,Examination Procedures,You may type the exam on the computer-Microsoft Word only.,If you use the computer a flash drive will be provided to you.,You may request to write the exam using traditional pen and paper.,You may not access the internet at any time during the exam.,General Information,2 questions,4 hours,Answer questions in any order,Clearly label your responses-Question number and all sub-parts.,Use of dictionary and/or thesaurus is allowed,Scratch Paper and Exam Booklets provided,If you word process,save to disk and,print a copy to turn in at the end of the exam,Evaluation Procedures,No student names are available to readers,Faculty committee reads examination anonymously,Must get a PASS from 2 of 3 readers,No students notified until all exams are graded,Grading Criteria,Rubric used is as follows:,A.Addressing all parts of the question,B.Presenting a valid and logical argument,C.Evidencing critical thinking skills,(analysis,synthesis,and evaluation),D.Providing appropriate facts and citations,from research,E.Language Mechanics,General Suggestions,Budget time-bring a watch,Reserve time to proofread answers,Use accepted essay format:Introductory paragraph,separate paragraphs for each major issue/point,appropriate transitions,concluding paragraph.,General Suggestions,Answer,ALL,parts of the question and carefully label each part.,Cite 2-3 sources from the professional literature in each response(name of publication and year are not required).,Carefully proofread your response,How to Prepare,Read current journals in the field for last 3-5 years.,Know major writers and researchers in professional journals.,Be familiar with current instructional practices and their relationship with the research.,How to Prepare,Be able to discuss how the needs of students from diverse backgrounds or with diverse abilities can be addressed.,Know state and national current trends.,Know what the research says about effective evaluation and assessment.,Be able to discuss the impact of technology.,How to Prepare,Be aware of current trends in Alabama education.,Review all previous education courses and identify the most important concepts,trends,issues,problems,etc.identified in each course.,Practice!Practice!Practice!,Choice of two(2)questions,You are to choose one question from CEE 532 or CEE 574,You are to choose one question from a content area:Literacy,Mathematics,Science,Social Studies,or Language Arts/Childrens Literature,Content of Questions,Questions are derived from major areas such as:inclusion strategies;diverse populations;instructional models and strategies;classroom management;thinking and questioning strategies;alternative assessment;curriculum design;integrating technology;trends and issues in education in Alabama.,BEST WISHES FROM THE FACULTY IN THEAREA OF ELEMENTARY EDUCATION,