Additional areas of emphasis are under development. Teachers are committed to students and their learning. Teachers know the subjects they teach and how to teach those subjects to students. Teachers are responsible for managing and monitoring student learning. Teachers think systematically about their practice and learn from experience.
Teachers are members of learning communities.
Teachers understand system theory and how to initiate and sustain meaningful change. Teachers are knowledgeable about historical and contemporary educational reform efforts. It is a truly advanced degree program that does not include teacher certification. It recognizes the expertise of experienced educators working within a community of professional learners. The Master's Degree is an integral part of the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay's Institute for Learning Partnership.