Teacher Education Professor Crabtree-Groff; Assistant Professors Amsler, Bear, LaLonde, Schmidt, and Stotts (Chair) Mission Statement Our mission is to prepare teachers with the knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed to provide optimum learning experiences for diverse students in today’s schools. The program balances the ideals of a liberal arts tradition and sound professional preparation within a Christian atmosphere of selfdiscipline, responsibility, and concern for the continuing growth of the individual. Intended Student Learning Outcomes for the Teacher Education Major
The Teacher Education program has adopted the Interstate Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium (InTASC) standards as its program outcomes. These standards have been adopted by a majority of states, including North Dakota. Candidates in the University of Jamestown Teacher Education program will demonstrate competency in the ten InTASC standards, which are: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
Learner Development Learning Differences Learning Environments Content Knowledge Application of Content Assessment Planning for Instruction Instructional Strategies Professional Learning and Ethical Practice Leadership and Collaboration
Teacher Education Organizations
Candidates are encouraged to join Student North Dakota United (SNDU), a professional organization, to gain greater knowledge of their field and to meet other pre-service and in-service Educators. Candidates who meet the eligibility requirements are invited to join Pi Lambda Theta, the International Honor Society and Professional Association in Education. Master’s of Education in Curriculum and Instruction For information regarding this program, please see the University of Jamestown graduate publication. Teacher Education Programs
Programs and requirements are subject to change to meet state approval. Approved areas for teacher licensure at University of Jamestown include: • Elementary • Biology • English • History • Mathematics • Music • Health and Physical Education
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