USF 2004-2005 Undergraduate Catalog - Page 133
The College of Education is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). All Teacher education programs must meet the requirements of Chapter 6A-5, Rules of the State Board of Education of Florida, and have “Approved Program” status.
The Mission of the College is to “improve the preparation of teachers, other professional educators, and professional support personnel and to discover improved teaching, learning, and leadership techniques through research and practice.” The College emphasizes student learning outcomes relevant for the 21ST century world. Program goals focus on graduating highly competent teachers who reflect on their own professional practice, who have a deep interest in intellectual inquiry and who continue their professional development.
The College of Education is committed to a continuous and systematic examination of the professional program of teacher education. Each subdivision of the college maintains professional standards by participating in nationally-certified program reviews and also through ongoing departmental appraisals of learning outcomes.
The University follows a University-wide approach to teacher education. Its programs for the preparation of teachers represent a cooperative effort in planning and practice by faculties in appropriate academic areas. Liberal Arts courses and courses in the content areas are offered through the College of Arts and Sciences. Courses primarily designed for teacher candidates are taught by the College of Education faculty.
For information concerning required courses in each major, students should consult the following “Departments and Programs” section accessible from the Undergraduate Studies site: http://www.ugs.usf.edu/catalogs.htm. Other important information is available from the College of Education website at http://www.coedu.usf.edu/.
Please be advised that program and/or course requirements are subject to change, per state legislative mandates, Florida State Department of Education program approval standards, and accreditation criteria.
Please send questions or comments to:
Karen M. Hall - webcat@ugs.usf.edu
Effective Date: Semester I, 2004
http://www.ugs.usf.edu/catalogs/0405/edgen.htm