Mission Statement: College of Education

The mission of the College of Education, based on our conceptual framework, is to prepare informed, dynamic professionals for diverse settings who:

• demonstrate a broad background in humanities, mathematics, and the sciences, have an in-depth understanding of one academic discipline, and apply this knowledge and understanding in their professional settings (Knowledge and Skills);

• think creatively and critically in solving educational problems and make sound decisions based on their knowledge of theory (Knowledge and Skills);

• design and integrate a variety of instructional strategies matched to appropriate diverse learning styles (Skills);

• accurately assess, analyze, and monitor student learning, make appropriate adjustments to instruction, and have a positive effect on all students (Skills and Dispositions);

• recognize, respect, and respond appropriately to individual and cultural differences (Dispositions/Values);

• establish professional and collaborative relationships among all educational stakeholders (Dispositions/Values);

• commit to be life-long learners and advocate quality schooling for all (Dispositions/Values).

Currently, there are over 2,000 students enrolled in 14 undergraduate programs and close to 1,000 students enrolled in nine graduate programs in the College of Education at Kean University. Kean University is the largest producers of teachers in the state of New Jersey and ranks 15^th in the nation in the number of education degrees awarded to Hispanics. In addition to providing academic programs on campus, the College of Education affords accessibility to research and methodology for teachers in the workplace and through distance learning. Its Bureau of Educational Services maintains a continuous outreach to New Jersey schools by providing workshops, courses, and consultations to administrators, teachers, and parents. Its Professional Development Schools (PDSs) provide optimum guidance through the field experiences. Kean University is committed to improving the quality of its teacher education programs and to increasing its capacity to prepare effective educators for New Jersey Schools.

(Adopted, College of Education, October 4, 2000)

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