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The McPherson College Teacher Education Program is committed to carrying out the mission of the college emphasizing scholarship, participation, and service in the professional development of the students. In addition to the college mission, the Teacher Education Board and all concerned stakeholders have developed and are committed to a more specific mission.
The mission of the McPherson College Teacher Education Program is to develop service-oriented educators who effectively blend the art and science of teaching.
Goal I The candidate has the knowledge bases necessary to be an effective teacher in her/his field.
To accomplish this goal, the service-oriented educator will:
Objectives:
- Acquire a broad liberal arts knowledge base.
- Demonstrate proficiency in his/her major area of certification.
- Acquire effective strategies of teaching in all appropriate content areas and for all learners.
- Recognize how students learn and develop.
Disposition:
• Appreciate the connections between various areas of knowledge and commit to continuous learning.
Goal II The candidate can apply effective teaching strategies to meet the needs of all learners.
To accomplish this goal, the service-oriented educator will:
Objectives:
- Use appropriate best practices for specific content areas and for diverse learners.
- Reflect upon his/her teaching and analyze the practices.
- Demonstrate understanding and use of formative and summative assessments and make modifications based on them.
- Provide motivational techniques based on student ’s developmental and environmental needs.
Disposition:
• Value and respect students' varied talents and abilities and project enthusiasm for teaching all learners.
Goal III The candidate fosters relationships and collaborates with school constituencies.
To accomplish this goal the service-oriented educator will:
Objectives:
- Communicate effectively in both written and oral formats and through the use of technology.
- Solicit input from students, parents, colleagues, and the greater community.
- Act on information received from stakeholders.
Disposition:
• Value the many ways in which people seek to communicate and encourage various modes of communication.
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