Louisiana Administrative Code

A. Adult learners apply knowledge of standard measurements to real-life situations. 1. Recognize the attributes of length, volume, weight, area, and time. 2. Measure using non-standard (e.g., string, paper clip, toothpicks) and standard (i.e., U.S. Customary and metric system) un…

A. Adult learners develop and apply number sense to solve a variety of real-life problems and to determine if the results are reasonable. 1. Read, write, and orally express whole numbers as numerals and number words between 0 and 1,000,000. 2. Read, write, and locate whole number…

A. Adult learners apply phonemic awareness and word analysis skills to make connections between written letters and sounds. 1. Mastery should be evidenced upon completion of the Beginning Basic (2.0-3.9). B. Phonemic Awareness 1. Apply phonemic awareness skills: a. isolation; b. …

A. Adult learners apply correct spelling, punctuation, and capitalization rules to complete a variety of writing tasks in accordance with the learner's identified educational functional level. 1. Write (print and cursive) upper and lower-case letters of the alphabet. 2. Write and…

A. Adult learners apply the behavioral science concepts of psychology, sociology and anthropology to personal and community situations. 1. Describe different family structures and role of moods, emotions, and relationships in a family. 2. Define bias , prejudice and personal valu…

A. Adult learners understand the history and nature of science and illustrate different aspects of scientific inquiry and the human aspects of science. 1. Develop the ability to engage in scientific inquiry. 2. Develop an understanding of the nature of scientific knowledge. 3. De…

A. Adult learners apply fast and accurate decoding skills to read with the proper rhythm, intonation, and expression in order to increase comprehension. 1. Mastery should be evidenced by completion of High Intermediate (6.0-8.9). a. Group words appropriately into meaningful gramm…

A. Adult learners apply data collection, data analysis, and probability to interpret, predict, and/or solve real-life problems. 1. Gather data familiar to themselves and their surroundings. 2. Sort, classify, and organize data about objects. 3. Represent data using concrete objec…

A. Adult learners use and apply social studies concepts in a variety of situations. Notes La. Admin. Code tit. 28 , § CXXIX-1101 Promulgated by the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education, LR 32:2042 (November 2006). AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 17:6(A)…

A. Adult learners understand the key concepts and principles of science and use this scientific knowledge and scientific ways of thinking for individual and social purposes. Notes La. Admin. Code tit. 28 , § CXXIX-901 Promulgated by the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education…

A. Adult learners employ basic economic concepts, evaluate problems, and make rational choices as a consumer, worker, and citizen. 1. Recognize that individuals and families with limited resources make economic choices. 2. Define and apply the concept of choice by balancing cost …

A. Adult learners demonstrate knowledge of the structures, functions and symbols of government and apply these to citizenship. 1. Identify the rights and responsibilities of citizens and gives examples of how citizens use their rights and carry out their responsibilities. 2. Reco…

A. Adult learners develop a historical time and perspective as they study the history of their community, state, nation, and world. 1. Sequence days, months, holidays and personal life events in chronological order. 2. Trace the history of a family (i.e., important events, docume…

A. Adult learners develop and apply reading strategies for the understanding of written material for different purposes. B. The four components of teaching reading to adult learners include alphabetics (phonemic awareness and word analysis), fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension…

A. This § 105 provides definitions for standards-related terms used throughout this Part CXXIX. Following is a hierarchy of the standards-related terms used in this Part. 1. Strand -the subject area that is to be taught. There are five strands incorporated in the Louisiana Adult …

A. Adult learners demonstrate the use of geographic tools to locate and analyze information about people, places and environments. 1. Define and demonstrate knowledge of directions in their local community and state, as well as, on a world map and globe. 2. Draw simple maps to gi…

A. Adult learners apply spoken, oral and written vocabulary skills in order to comprehend and communicate in a variety of contexts. 1. Vocabulary is a skill that is developed through a continuous process at all educational functioning levels. a. Use context clues to derive meanin…

A. Adult learners apply reading skills (Alphabetics, Fluency, Vocabulary) and strategies to interpret meaning from spoken, oral and written language in a variety of contexts. 1. Comprehension is a skill that is improved through a continuous process at all educational functioning …

A. The following foundation skills have been identified as essential competencies needed to meet the demands of the classroom and the world beyond. These skills apply to all students in all disciplines. These foundation skills were used throughout the development of the Louisiana…

A. The Workforce Investment Act of 1998, Title II, authorizes adult education in Louisiana. The Adult Education program provides instruction to adults who are 16 years of age and older, not enrolled in the K-12 system, and have less than a high school education. The purposes of a…

A. Adult learners write competently using Standard American English for a variety of purposes and audiences. Notes La. Admin. Code tit. 28 , § CXXIX-501 Promulgated by the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education, LR 32:2038 (November 2006). AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in acco…

A. Adult learners apply algebraic concepts and methods to explore, analyze or solve real-life problems. 1. Describe and extend a variety of patterns using manipulative or objects. 2. Describe and extend numerical patterns (e.g., 2, 4, 6, 8). 3. Identify the missing element in a n…

A. Adult learners apply writing skills to complete a variety of practical writing tasks in accordance with their identified educational functional level. 1. Apply pre-writing tools to generate topics and/or plan writing tasks (e.g., brainstorming, clustering, outlining, listing, …

A. Adult learners identify and apply correct grammar and usage rules and the conventions of sentence structure to complete a variety of writing tasks in accordance with their identified educational functional level. 1. Identify and use basic parts of speech: a. verbs; b. nouns; c…

A. Adult learners apply reasoning and problem-solving techniques, use numerical intuition to verify solutions, and make connections with life situations for communication of math ideas. Notes La. Admin. Code tit. 28 , § CXXIX-701 Promulgated by the Board of Elementary and Seconda…

A. Adult learners use geometric properties, relationships, and methods to identify, analyze and solve real-life problems. 1. Identify basic geometric shapes. 2. Describe basic geometric shapes by naming, building, drawing, comparing, and sorting two and three-dimensional shapes, …

A. Adult learners recognize the characteristics and interrelationships of matter and energy in the physical world. 1. Identify the different states of matter, recognizes that matter can be made of one or more materials, and that it can change and exist in one or more states. 2. I…

A. Adult learners recognize the characteristics of living organisms, understand their relationship to each other and to their environment, and interpret related scientific data. 1. Recognize the characteristics and basic needs of living things. 2. Recognize and describe the diffe…

A. Adult learners develop an understanding of the composition, processes, and interrelationships of Earth, the solar system, and the universe. 1. Identify the structure and composition of the Earth system. 2. Explain the Earth's relationship to other bodies in the solar system. 3…

A. Adult learners develop an understanding of the importance of environmental quality in the world. 1. Identify ecological systems and their interactions (e.g., air, water, plants). 2. Describe how resources and resource management affect the environment. 3. Recognize the relatio…

A. Focus. The focus of this strand is to build on the student's understanding of the crucial role of management in effective teaching and learning. This management includes ways of developing behavior management plans, time management plans, stress management plans, and classroom…

A. Focus. Once STAR II students understand themselves both as learner and teacher, they are ready to collaborate with peers to develop problem-based, cross-discipline, differentiated lessons, using scientifically-based strategies. 1. Standard 6. STAR II students will identify ele…

A. Focus. In order to produce citizens who are able to deal with the rigors of a highly technological world, STAR II students must be versed in a variety of methods to integrate technology in learning facilitated by research-based strategies. 1. Standard 7. STAR II students will …

STAR-Students Teaching and Reaching Objectives 1A-1 Develop a working definition of moral leadership. 1A-2 Examine components of moral leadership and relate them to students' development of personal ethics. 1B-1 Create moral leadership life journey maps. 1B-2 Create personal mora…

A. Focus. Students will identify personal characteristics and values that will empower them to be effective, productive, visionary educators who are committed to developing students who are life-long learners and productive citizens. 1. Standard 1. STAR II students will identify …

A. Focus. This strand naturally follows that of Self Efficacy. Once the STAR II student has been empowered to be a productive, visionary educator, he/she is prepared to explore the development of cognitive processes in all students. 1. Standard 3. STAR II students will identify a…

A. Focus. The focus of this strand is to build on STAR II students' previous field experience by providing opportunities to assume more ownership in their field experience. This may include designing their own internships or collaborating to create a service-learning project with…

A. Focus. STAR II students must develop skills of being reflective practitioners; teacher/leaders; and civic advocates for education and educational equity. 1. Standard 9. STAR II students will examine the roles and attributes of teaching professionals, reflective practitioners, …

A. Focus. Based on No Child Left Behind, it is essential that students be able to develop instruction that insures that all students learn. As a result, the federal government is now mandating specific legislation and policy to guide instruction. The student will become familiar …

A. Focus. Self-Assessment focuses on the STAR student learning about himself/herself as a person and a learner. The STAR student will become excited about gaining knowledge regarding the concept of learning through this strand. 1. Standard 1. STAR students will identify and analy…

A. Focus. This strand focuses on the distinctive characteristics of learners and how those characteristics affect teaching and learning. 1. Standard 3. STAR students will recognize the impact of diversity on learning. a. Benchmark 3A. The student will apply information about brai…

A. Focus. Our history of education, including laws, court cases, and important events, provides a framework for understanding the system of education in America. Societal influences are integral to a full understanding of education. 1. Standard 4. STAR students will recognize the…

A. Focus. Once STAR students understand themselves, others, and historical influences, they are ready to embark on learning about the practice of teaching. 1. Standard 6. STAR students will identify and model effective instruction and assessment practices. a. Benchmark 6A. The st…

A. In an effort to confront the national crisis of "Teacher Shortage", Louisiana has been offering secondary courses in teacher preparation for over 10 years. Through a consolidated effort between the Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE), Northwestern State University (NSU), …

A. Focus. This strand naturally follows that of "Self-Assessment." Once the STAR student has learned about himself/herself as a person and a learner, he/she is ready to become skilled at recognizing the unique characteristics of others. 1. Standard 2. STAR students will character…

A. Focus. This strand focuses on the crucial role of management in effective teaching and learning. This management focus includes time management, classroom/school management, and stress as it affects teaching and learning. 1. Standard 7. STAR students will explain the role mana…

NOTE: While technology is treated as a separate strand, it should also be embedded into all of the other strands and should be interwoven through the curriculum. A. Focus. In order to produce citizens that are able to deal with the rigors of a highly technological world, STAR stu…

A. In an effort to confront the national teacher shortage, Louisiana has been offering secondary courses in teacher preparation for over 10 years. Through a consolidated effort between the Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE), Northwestern State University (NSU), and the Cons…

A. Focus. The focus of this strand is to immerse STAR students in a variety of field experiences. Through observations in a myriad of settings and situations, STAR students will be able to make informed choices regarding their goals for the future. 1. Standard 9. STAR students wi…

A. Focus. STAR students must have knowledge about how to become effective teachers, how to remain teachers, and the professional attributes necessary for success in the profession. 1. Standard 10. STAR students will examine qualifications and attributes of effective educators. a.…