§ 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.