§ 6-17-2602 - Definitions.

6-17-2602. Definitions.

As used in this subchapter:

(1) "Educational setting" means the employment setting where the certified employee works, including without limitation:

(A) A public or private school;

(B) An institution of higher education;

(C) An education service cooperative;

(D) The Department of Education;

(E) An adult education setting; or

(F) Another agency or organization that employs licensed teachers for educational purposes;

(2) "Professional development" means a coordinated set of planned, learning development activities for teachers that are standards-based and that meet the focus areas for professional development required by the department; and

(3) "Teaching experience" means the experience gained while working in an educational setting as a teacher, librarian, counselor, administrator, educational consultant, substitute teacher, or other certified employee.