|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
College of Arts and Sciences
Mission of the Department of Education The mission of the Department of Education is to develop - through research, service, and innovative teaching - reflective teachers and school leaders who are competent and caring lifelong learners. Guiding Principles In addition to the mission statement, the Department of Education has identified four guiding principles to clearly specify goals for our students. These principles are:
"Rigorous of mind" and "compassionate of heart" are overlapping principles we want to build in our students. Tasks may require primarily one principle-describing a theory in leadership-yet many times an overlap occurs when one applies knowledge to the school setting-how can a theory in leadership be used to benefit the school environment and impact student learning? Hence, as these two principles "rigorous of mind" and "compassionate of heart" are played out, the essence of both is our commitment to requiring "competent demonstration" from our students whether they are aspiring to be teachers or school leaders or are presently teachers or school leaders pursuing an advanced degree. The fourth principle, "reflective stance," encompasses the first three principles, since it is critical that our students are continuously reflective in all aspects of their work. These four principles work with our mission statement to define our commitment to our students.  Program Offerings The Department of Education offers five programs: (1) Undergraduate Elementary Education Program Students complete a four-year curriculum leading to a bachelor of science degree in elementary education and earn Maine certification to teach in grades K - 8. (2) Bachelors degree in Educational Studies (does not lead to certification) Students may major in educational studies by taking all elementary certification courses without participating in the internship. (3) Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Certification Program Individuals who already hold the baccalaureate degree can complete the necessary professional education courses to be eligible for state certification in grades K-8, or secondary certification (grades 7-12) in selected subject areas or in Art Education Certification (grades K-12). (4) Master of Science in Education through Distance Learning Program Experienced teachers may pursue a master of science in education through this distance learning program. (5) Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study (CAGS) Degree Program in Educational Leadership School professionals may take this on-line program to obtain a school administrator license. For further details on the graduate programs, please consult the graduate section of this catalog. In addition Individual Instructional Video courses are offered for continuing education credit. Notice and Responsibilities Regarding this Catalog The University of New England reserves the right in its sole judgment to make changes of any nature in its programs, calendar, or academic schedule whenever it is deemed necessary or desirable, including changes in course content, the rescheduling of classes with or without extending the academic term, canceling of scheduled classes or other academic activities, in any such case giving such notice thereof as is reasonably practicable under the circumstances. While each student may work closely with an academic advisor, he or she must retain individual responsibility for meeting requirements in this catalog and for being aware of any changes in provisions or requirements. Back to Top |
UNE does not discriminate in
admission or employment. Please see our Equal
Opportunity Policy. UNE respects your privacy. Please review our
Privacy Statement if you have concerns.
Send comments and questions about this site to the UNE Webmaster.
Copyright © 2004 University of New England
Send comments and questions about this site to the UNE Webmaster.
Copyright © 2004 University of New England