CSET: Science Subtest Preparation Workshops (Free!)
The Mathematics and Science Teacher Initiative (MSTI)
at California State University, Fresno
is pleased to sponsor
WORKSHOPS to prepare you for
the following CSET Science Subtests:
General Science (Subtests I and II)
Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Planetary Science, and
Physics (Subtests III and IV)
Individuals interested in earning a teaching credential/authorization in a particular area of science can establish subject matter competency by passing the appropriate assessments of the California Subject Examinations for Teachers (CSET). In addition to credentials in biology, chemistry, earth and planetary science, and physics, a new credential, Foundational-Level General Science (http://www.ctc.ca.gov/notices/coded/2009/0902.pdf), is now available to those wishing to teach middle school science and requires passage of the CSET: Science Subtests I and II. For teachers holding a Multiple Subject credential, a Single Subject science methods course is also required. At Fresno State, this course is CI 161. It will be offered from 3-6 p.m. on the following dates: June 14-17, 21-24, and 28-30, plus July 1 and July 6-8. The cost is only $75/unit (3-unit course). Please contact Dr. Carol Fry Bohlin, MSTI Director, if you are interested in taking CI 161 (carolb@csufresno.edu).
We are offering two sets of workshops covering biology, chemistry, earth and planetary science, and physics that target the March 13, May 8, and July 10 CSET administrations. Subject matter needed to pass the appropriate CSET subtests for these areas, as well as the General Science subtests, will be covered.
Dates, Times, and Topics: See the matrix on the next page. (It is important that everyone interested in any of these reviews to attend the March 6 overview/registration session.)
Instructors: Dr. Brad Huff, Ms. Kelly Sullivan, and Dr. David Tinker
Workshop Locations: The workshops will be held on the Fresno State campus in a classroom to be determined. Campus parking is relaxed on Saturdays, so you won't need to purchase a permit. Note: Bring a sack lunch; these are ‘working lunch’ sessions to get you home sooner.
Cost: FREE! And your CSET fees can also be reimbursed! Take a copy of your payment receipt and your tests scores to Margaret Cardiel (Education Building 156; mcardiel@csufresno.edu; 278-0313).
Study Materials: Helpful for some, but not required: XAM CSET publications – $60-$80 per volume (http://www.amazon.ca/s/ref=nb_ss_b?url=search-alias%3Dstripbooks&field-keywords=cset+xam&x=0&y=0)
TO REGISTER and for further information, please contact Dr. Brad Huff, CSET-Science Workshop Series Coordinator, via email at bradh@csufresno.edu or by phone: 559-412-4450.
CSET: Science Workshop Schedule
| Date (Saturdays) | Times | Topic(s) | Presenter(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 6, 2010 (Meet in Science II, Room 109) |
8 a.m. - 4 p.m. | • Introduction/Orientation • Credential application information • Overview of all science areas • Review for General Science Subtests (118 & 119). Note: Regular Registration Deadlines: March CSET by February 12, May CSET by April 9, and July CSET by June 11. |
Huff, Sullivan, Tinker, and Bohlin |
| March 13 | CSET Administration | ||
| April 10 (Education 10) |
8 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Physics (Subtests 123 and 127) | Huff |
| April 17 (Education 153) |
8 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Chemistry (Subtests 121 and 125) and Earth & Planetary Sciences (Subtests 122 and 126) | Tinker |
| April 24 (Education 10) |
8 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Biology (Subtests 120 and 124) | Sullivan |
| May 8 | CSET Administration | ||
| June 12 (Education 10) |
8 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Physics (Subtests 123 and 127) | Huff |
| June 19 (Education 10) |
8 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Chemistry (Subtests 121 and 125) and Earth & Planetary Sciences (Subtests 122 and 126) | Tinker |
| June 26 (Education 10) |
8 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Biology (Subtests 120 and 124) | Sullivan |
| July 10 | CSET Administration |
* Note: Contact Dr. Carol Fry Bohlin if you are interested in taking a Modeling Physics workshop (begins January 16).
MSTI Web site: http://csufresno.edu/teachmathscience
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