Program Theme:
"Teaching All Children Strategically in Diverse Communities"
UVM's NCATE Unit Beliefs What Characterizes UVM's Seventeen Educator Preparation Programs? Through reflective learning and practice, the UVM prepared educator is grounded in Constructivism: Knowledge is socially constructed through dialogue and community based practice. Collaboration: Teachers and other school professionals work collaboratively to problem solve with stakeholders. Human Development and Empowerment: Education facilitates development of human potential. Inclusion: All students can learn and have value in their communities. Multiculturalism and Culturally Responsive Pedagogy: Learning communities demonstrate respect for and honor diversity, pursue knowledge and affirm our diverse national cultures. Equity and Justice: Education should advance social justice and democracy. ... What
Knowledge, Skills, and
Dispositions Characterize Our Beginning Educators? Each Graduate...
2. understands learners and their differences 3. understands learning 4. translates curriculum into instruction 5. creates equitable, inclusive learning environments 6. assesses student learning 7. practices culturally responsive pedagogy 8. demonstrates collaborative and interpersonal skills 9. engages in reflective practice 10. integrates technology 11. acts consistently with the belief that all students can learn 12. engages in self directed learning and professional development for growth > |