It serves as an orientation to the Benedictine Heritage, the College, and the Master of Education via Distance Learning Program. Participants will examine their own teaching philosophy and practice in light of societal forces, educational issues, and best practices research.
Emphasis is placed upon reflection and change which leads to improved teaching and learning.
This course explores aspects of diversity in the classroom. Current supportive research and theories are applied to teachers' problems of practice in the classroom. A wide variety of assessment techniques are currently being used to evaluate student learning. Participants in this course examine standardized tests and alternate authentic assessments in relation to their own student evaluation needs. Teachers regularly encounter problems in their professional practice.