<h2>Conceptual Framework</h2><table border="0" width="100%" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" align="center"> <tr> <td valign="top" width="445">The School of Education’s Conceptual Framework describes the type of experiences that you will have in our programs. <br /><br />Our Conceptual Framework focuses on developing Inquirer-Professionals. The six tenets of the Inquirer-Professional include: <blockquote> <p>• Knowledge Application and Development<br />• Instructional Process<br />• Context and Foundation of Education<br />• Learners and Learning<br />• Interpersonal Relation Skills<br />• Professional Relationships</p> </blockquote> </td> <td valign="top" width="137"> <p align="left"><img height="83" border="0" width="141" alt="" src="/id0904f67a80280eb6" /><br /><span class="caption">Click <a href="/id0904f67a80280eb5" target="_blank">HERE</a> to view our Conceptual Framework as an interactive Flash movie</span></p> </td> </tr></table><hr noshade="noshade" /><h2><strong>Inquirer-Professional</strong></h2><p><strong>Knowledge Application and Development</strong></p><blockquote> <p>1) Values theory and research.<br /><br />2) Integrates theory and practice.<br /><br />3) Enhances Practice of teaching.</p></blockquote><p><strong>Instructional Process</strong></p><blockquote> <p>4) Demonstrates appropriate planning procedures.</p> <p>5) Uses a variety of effective teaching strategies/methodologies for diverse learners.</p> <p>6) Uses appropriate materials, media, and technology, including computers and the internet to actively engage students throughout the curriculum.</p> <p>7) Implements instructional planning effectively.</p> <p>8) Demonstrates effective communication skills in person and through the use of technology.</p> <p>9) Analyzes subject matter content to maintain alignment with national, state, and local standards.</p> <p>10) Integrates knowledge across disciplines.</p> <p>11) Organizes classroom environment to promote learning.</p> <p>12) Integrates the methodology of the disciplines and the special methods for teaching disciplines.</p> <p>13) Evaluates instruction.</p></blockquote><p><strong>Context and Foundations of Education</strong></p><blockquote> <p>14) Demonstrates a philosophical and historical perspective of education to improve educational practice in the classroom, the school and society.</p> <p>15) Appraises current educational issues and controversies and their potential impact on democratic teaching and learning.</p> <p>16) Relates current school organization patterns, school culture, and school climate to teaching and learning.</p> <p>17) Analyzes the power structure in schools and communities to identify barriers to and opportunities for improvements, progress, and equity.</p> <p>18) Builds learning communities among teachers, students, administrators, parents, and members of the wider community.</p> <p>19) Demonstrates a multicultural and global perspective.</p></blockquote><p><strong>Learners and Learning</strong></p><blockquote> <p>20) Assesses student progress in a variety of ways, including through the use of computers and appropriate Internet technology.</p> <p>21) Diagnoses student needs, adapts instruction accordingly, and advocates for those who require special intervention.</p> <p>22) Applies knowledge of human growth and development in student-centered educational settings.</p> <p>23) Applies major theories of cognitive, affective, and psychomotor development.</p> <p>24) Develops student’s moral and ethical behavior.</p> <p>25) Provides for uniqueness and diversity of the individual through instructional practice, assessment of student progress and curricular development.</p></blockquote><p><strong>Interpersonal Relation Skills</strong></p><blockquote> <p>26) Demonstrates positive interpersonal relationships with students and parents, regardless of their culture, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or abilities.</p> <p>27) Collaborates with colleagues.</p> <p>28) Uses computers and Internet technology to enhance communication with and among students, parents, and colleagues.</p></blockquote><p><strong>Professional Relationships</strong></p><blockquote> <p>29) Participates in Life-long professional growth activities.</p> <p>30) Demonstrates a sense of professional responsibility.</p> <p>31) Participates in professional organizations.</p></blockquote>