These programs are also available to individuals already holding an undergraduate or graduate degree in another discipline. Accordingly, we believe that these professionals must serve as intellectual and personal models to their students. Effective teaching requires an understanding of how learning occurs and the interpretation of student needs to assure continuous progress in learning. Effective teaching is an on-going process of assessing needs, planning instruction and evaluating results. Effective teaching requires the utilization and integration of knowledge derived from many academic areas.
Effective teaching requires teachers who are intellectual and personal models for students.
Demonstrate a knowledge of human development and its implications for the teaching-learning situation. Be able to define the roles and responsibilities of teachers and other school staff members. Be able to describe the American educational system with respect to its historical, sociological, and philosophical foundations as well as its functions in today's society. Demonstrate an acceptable degree of skill in applying educational principles in an instructional setting. Demonstrate the characteristics of a professional.