Student learning outcomes

Curriculum (Subject Matter Knowledge):

 The College of Education is dedicated to developing competent professional educators who have strong knowledge in subject matter. Individuals completing our program will utilize and communicate with technology as it relates to teaching; creatively participate in free and open inquiry; as well as construct and discover new learning opportunities.

Pedagogy (Pedagogical Knowledge and Skills):

Individuals will develop and utilize pedagogical strategies and skills necessary to their program. The Teacher Education Program will provide a community for P-12 and SMU collaboration, thus enriching pre-service through the professional performance continuum. Individuals completing our program will have participated in a variety of leadership and service opportunities and multiple P-12 field experiences, including school districts with diverse student populations.

Caring Community (Professional Dispositions):

 The College of Education is dedicated to developing a caring community of teacher educator colleagues with strong ethical character, professional leadership, collaborative skill, openness to innovation, and personal integrity. Individuals completing our program will reflect democratic traditions – including acceptance (hospitality) of all individuals and sensitivity for cultural diversity.

Closing the loop reports

Disposition reliability report

TEAC inquiry briefs