The increasing ethnic and racial diversity and involvement of learners with various abilities within our nation's classrooms present a significant challenge to the next generation of teachers and teacher educators. Professional educators recognize and demonstrate the role of a responsible person in a democratic society. The teacher's morality and ethics may have a considerable impact on the morality of the student. The teacher models such traits as honesty, fair play, consideration of others, and tolerance for students. In addition, teachers consider the moral dimensions of teaching and work toward a close, caring, connected association between student and teacher.
Professional educators analyze and think critically about human development, learning, and teaching.
Effective educators are confident and secure about teaching using the Curriculum Frameworks. Interact professionally with students, families, and colleagues. Integrate and use the scientific study of human development, learning, and education. Critically evaluate and utilize research to engage in reflective teaching and related skills. Understand the need for state and national standards.