Taney, Rebecca

Education 214
Monday September 26, 2016
Assignment #4
Part 1-A: Using the CSN Educational Website

1.

List three resources that can be found on the CSN Education homepage and provide a description of each
resource.

The Advising link provides access to full time faculty help regarding academic planning for
Education programs.

The Tutoring link provides access to one-on-one tutoring and drop-in labs for students to receive
academic assistance, learning support, and academic motivation.

The PRAXIS & Placement Testing link provides access to skill improvement practices and review
for the PRAXIS Core. Furthermore, it provides access to preparation practice test for CSN Math &
English Placement Exams.

2.

Go to the Resources link at the top of the menu bar. Locate the portfolio artifacts rubrics (evaluation criteria
for required program assignments.) Select a course and list one artifact that is required for the portfolio.

EDUCATION 202 Portfolio Artifact #1 Historical Timeline

This artifact demonstrates a students understanding of the United States educational system. It
broadly covers historical events, primarily dealing with controversies regarding educational reform,
over the last 400+ years in the United States of America. The information included within the timeline
should focus on: historical dates & events, curriculum focus, educational philosophies, important
people (within the educational field), laws & acts (pertaining to education), and changes within schools
during each respective period (1600s, 1700s, 1800s, 1900s, & 2000s.) Furthermore, all
informational sources must be restricted to Chapter 5 of Sadker & Zittlemans Teacher, Schools, and
Society A Brief Introduction to Education.

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Education 214
Monday September 26, 2016
Assignment #4
3.

Go to the Resources link at the top of the menu bar. What is required for the Field Observation?

Field Observation provides education majors with the opportunity to observe and work with students at
the grade level they are interested in eventually teaching. It consists of a 10-hour observation at an
available school, which teaches the corresponding grade level(s) that the educational major is looking
to eventually teach. After filling out and submitting the CSN Education Departments Field
Observation Packet (including signed waivers), the CSN student receives their Field Placement with an
available school and is assigned a cooperating teacher. During the subsequent 10-hour observation
period, the observing student is required to complete a set of observational tasks, along with a Field
Observation Time Log and Observation Student Evaluation signed by the cooperating teacher.

4.

Go to the Resources link at the top of the menu bar. Briefly explain what the common core standards are
used for in education.

The Common Core Standards are learning goals that outline what a student should know and be able
to do at the end of each grade. They were created to ensure that all K-12 students graduate with the
skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in college, career, and life, regardless of where they live.
(http://www.corestandards.org/about-the-standards/)

5.

Click the Degree Pathways link at the top of the menu bar. What is the pathway towards your degree
program in Education?

For both my majors, Secondary Education (Humanities/Fine Arts) & Secondary Education (Social
Science), it is recommended by the CSN Education Department that one take the following education
courses in the following semesters:

Taney, Rebecca
Education 214
Monday September 26, 2016
Assignment #4
Semester 1:

Education 214: Preparing Teachers to Use Technology this course is an overview of uses of
computers in education, including the use of the computer as a teacher utility, the use of application
programs, and the selection and use of educational software.

Education 202: Introduction to Secondary Education this course is an introduction to the historical
and philosophical foundations and issues related to secondary schooling.

Semester 2:

Education 210: Nevada School Law this course is designed to acquaint prospective teachers with the
legal aspects of the school setting.

Education 280: Valuing Cultural Diversity this course introduces pre-service educators to microcultures. Cultural appropriate pedagogical practices, dimensions of multicultural education and
educational implications of diversity emphasized.

Semester 3:

Education 220: Principles of Educational Psychology this course is designed to introduce students to
the psychology of learning, motivation, growth and development, personality, dynamics and social
adjustments.

Semester 4:

Education 299: Educational Portfolio (Capstone Course) this course focuses on the students
compilation of a final portfolio of artifacts from their CSN education coursework for use in education
department program assessment and for supporting students in applying for undergraduate teacher
education program and/or for future employment.
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Taney, Rebecca
Education 214
Monday September 26, 2016
Assignment #4
Part 1-B: Using CCSD Web Resources
1.

Locate 3 resources on the ccsd.net website. Provide a description for each resource.

The Calendar link provides access to various calendars showing the school year, important dates,
and Board of School Trustees meetings for the current year.

The Infinite Campus link provides access for CCSD employees to keep track of and complete work
related tasks, while also providing a place for parents/guardians to view grades, attendance, and other
class related information.

The Job Opportunities link provides one of the largest and fastest growing career opportunities in
CCSD. It offers several job positions, such as, administrative positions, licensed positions, substitute
positions, and support positions.

2.

Select the employees link at the top of the menu bar

3.

a.

Scroll down and locate the heading for current employee information

b.

Select Salary Information

c.

Select the salary schedule for licensed personnel

d.

What is the annual salary for a first year teacher in CCSD?

In the Clark County School District, a first year teacher may earn an annual salary of $40,900.

Return to the employee link at the top of menu

a.

Scroll down and locate the heading for current employee information

b.

Scroll down to employee resources

c.

Select licensed personnel

d.

Locate the section employee resources- teachers

e.

List three resources that can be found under this heading. Provide a description for each
resource

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Education 214
Monday September 26, 2016
Assignment #4

The Curriculum Engine link is a collaborative instructional planning tool that provides access to
curriculum information for students and parents.

The VegasPBS link directs one to their site dedicated to providing classroom teachers and school
librarians with television and technology tools that support their curriculum and helps to provide
students with the best education possible.
(http://www.vegaspbs.org/education/)

The Wiki-Teacher link directs one to a forum for teachers to share their collective intelligence
through lesson plans, unit plans, demonstration videos, and unwrapped standards.
(http://www.wiki-teacher.com/)

4.

Go to the top of the menu bar and select the students link
a.

List 3 resources that you can provide to your students. Provide a description of each resource

The Proficiency Exam Information link provides students access to critical information about the
proficiency exams, along with, a link to free math help and practice exams.

The Programs & Initiatives link provides students with access to several unique educational
opportunities to engaged in programs and initiatives designed to strengthen their academic and social
skills.

The Scholarship Opportunities link provides students and parents access to a variety of scholarships
aimed to help students pursue higher educational goals.

5.

Identify a resource that can be useful for the parents of the students in your classroom. Provide a brief
explanation.

The Instructional Support & Student Activities link provides the parents of the students in the
classroom with access to academic opportunities for achievement and lessons in responsible
citizenship through activities, fine arts, and athletics where their children can enjoy themselves while
participating in learning opportunities.
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Taney, Rebecca
Education 214
Monday September 26, 2016
Assignment #4
Part 2: Using Weebly to Create Your E-Portfolio
Weebly Link: http://rebeccataney.weebly.com/