A-H

Lisa Hoffman

HH 108 D

812/941-2137

lhh@ius.edu

I-Q

Magdalena Herdoiza-Estevez

HB 103

812/941-2302

mherdoiz@ius.edu

R-Z

Faye Camahalan

HH 0005

812/941-2136

fcamahal@ius.edu

Graduate Program Advising:

Summative Decision Point I

SDP I is the admission process and acceptance as a program candidate. Candidates self-assess dispositions and establish professional goals for the program of studies which should be reviewed periodically by the candidate.

You may view the form used by the School to process your SDP I by clicking HERE.  This form is completed by the School and NOT by the Candidate.

(Note: This file is a PDF Document. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view it.  Actual Scantron assessment forms are continually revised, sometimes without web updating; this sample may not replicate the currently used form.)

Summative Decision Point II

SDP II is reviewed at the completion of the core courses, no later than 15 hours into the program.

1. Complete standards measured through core courses H520, P507, P510.
2. Maintain a 3.0 grade in each course. It is the responsibility of the candidate to seek a Rain Check when courses are closed to ensure that the SDP II review is completed no later than 15 hours into the program. File a Petition for Exception if the SDPII review will be delayed due to additional licensing requirements.

Guidelines for Summative Decision Point II Writing (MEST Approved Revision 9/2/04,10/28/04)

Effective Fall 2004, all core courses will include a writing project that is aligned to one or more of the dispositions and National Board Certification (NBC) standards.

• A SDP II Self-Assessment Disposition writing assignment is included on the syllabus requirements for core courses H520, P510, and P507
• The SDP II course assessment is evaluated by the core course instructor using a standard rubric established for each core course (H520, P507, P510).
• The Self-Assessment Disposition writing sample and the scored rubric is submitted by the instructor to the SOE Graduate Studies Coordinator at the end of the semester for each candidate.
• The Self-Assessment Disposition writing sample and scored rubric is filed in the candidate's records until completion of the first 3 core courses.
• The SOE Graduate Studies Coordinator compiles the rubric scores and grades (3.0 or higher required for core courses to show evidence of meeting program standards). Acceptable Self- Assessment Disposition writing scores are:
  • H520 13 points or higher
  • P507 34 points or higher
  • P510 34 points or higher
• Any candidate not obtaining the acceptable score will be referred to the MEST Evaluation Team (2 Graduate Studies faculty members) for a remediation plan that may entail additional writing, additional coursework, etc. along with timelines for completion.
• The candidate will be notified of the decision and apprised of due process procedures.

Note: Candidates who have taken core coursework prior to Fall 2004 should check with their Assessment Advisor for guidelines for SDPII review.

Graduate candidates may track their SDP II and III progress using the Milestones feature in OneStart. Enter OneStart with your username and passphrase. Click “Go to the Student Center,” then click on “My Academics & Grades.” In the resulting screen, click on “View My Advisement Report.” Also on this screen, candidates can choose options for viewing “What-If?” reports and unofficial transcripts. Opting for “View My Unofficial Transcript” allows candidates to print out a current transcript without paying the $7 fee for an “official” transcript. This is a good way for candidates to spot issues that may need resolution (i.e. a transfer course not credited, grade change not recorded, etc.), but note that Milestones (Summative Decision Points) do not appear on these transcripts.

You may download a sample of the form for SDP II by clicking HERE.  Note that this is only a sample, and that  the actual form will be completed by the School.  See your Assessment Advisor for assistance. (Note: This file is a PDF Document. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view it.  Actual Scantron assessment forms are continually revised, sometimes without web updating; this sample may not replicate the currently used form.)

Summative Decision Point III

SDP III is a 'teacher research' project conducted as a clinical experience most often completed in the building where the educator is employed. The candidate is not required to seek approval for the study from the campus Human Subjects Review unless the study is intended to be published or presented outside the university setting. The teacher research project includes a problem statement, literature review, documentation of teaching, analysis of video, documentation of assessment measures used, and self-reflection. If a candidate is adding an additional teaching content area to the license (such as reading, gifted and talented, computer education) the SDPIII should describe a study pertinent to this new license area, when appropriate to do so.

The SDP III scantron form should be used as a guideline for the writing and is used for the blind-review process of evaluation.  Additional information can be obtained from the assigned Assessment Advisor. SDP III should be completed no later than 30 hours into the program.

You may download a sample of the form by clicking HERE. Note that this is only a sample; see your SDP faculty advisor for details.

(Note: This file is a PDF Document. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view it.  Actual Scantron assessment forms are continually revised, sometimes without web updating; this sample may not replicate the currently used form.)

Candidates are advised to meet with their Assessment Advisor to assist them with SDP III (see above).

Deadlines for SDP III Submission:

• December Graduates:       2nd  Friday of November
• May Graduates:                1st   Friday of April
• August Graduates:            2nd  Friday of May

**When turning in your SDP III packet please make sure to bring 2 copies with the orginial document.**

Graduate candidates may track their SDP II and III progress using the Milestones feature in OneStart. Enter OneStart with your username and passphrase. Click “Go to the Student Center,” then click on “My Academics & Grades.” In the resulting screen, click on “View My Advisement Report.” Also on this screen, candidates can choose options for viewing “What-If?” reports and unofficial transcripts. Opting for “View My Unofficial Transcript” allows candidates to print out a current transcript without paying the $7 fee for an “official” transcript. This is a good way for candidates to spot issues that may need resolution (i.e. a transfer course not credited, grade change not recorded, etc.), but note that Milestones (Summative Decision Points) do not appear on these transcripts.

Summative Decision Point IV

SDP IV is the final review to ensure that all program standards and assessments have been satisfactorily met. The Application for Degree should be filed with the Records Office no later than six months prior to graduation. The SDP IV paperwork should be completed in the last semester of graduate coursework leading to the degree.

1. 3.0 GPA or higher
2. Completion of all required coursework as detailed in the Bulletin
3. Disposition form submitted
4. Growth statement on dispositions submitted
5. Growth statement on goals submitted
6. Application for Degree (on file with SOE Records Office 6 months prior to graduation date)
7. Demographic information sheet submitted

You may download a sample of the form by clicking HERE. (Note: This file is a PDF Document. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view it. Actual Scantron assessment forms are continually revised, sometimes without web updating; this sample may not replicate the currently used form.) Candidates are advised to request an SDP IV packet from the SOE receptionist when submitting SDP III. 

Submission Deadlines:
     December Graduates:     1st   Friday of December
     May Graduates:              3rd  Friday of April
     August Graduates:          1st  Friday of June