Complete 2012-2014 Undergraduate Catalog - Virginia State ...

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS UNIT
Dean/Unit Head:
Faculty Administrators: John Blackwell, Coordinator-Assessment & Instructional Technology
Shandra Claiborne-Payton, Coordinator of Admissions and Data Analyst
Donna Jones-Miles, Coordinator-Field Experiences & Special Projects
John Travis, Program Transition Accountability Specialist
Mission Statement
Creating a positive learning environment for all students and using evidence-based performance standards to
promotes and maintains academic programs with research-based pedagogy, technology-based learning, and
backgrounds. The College of Education is the Unit that prepares quality graduates who become productive
members of the Local Community, the State of Virginia, and the Nation.
Governance
The College of Education is the governing body for all programs preparing candidates for careers in the
The programs in the College are approved by the Virginia Department of Education and accredited by the
National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
Conceptual Framework
goal of the College of Education at Virginia State University, given its underlying vision, mission,
environments for all students. This goal undergirds the development of successful candidates who are
Competent: Understanding the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the content area(s).
Understanding ways to enhance the learning process and learning environment through effective use of
technology. Creating learning experiences and environments that make the subject matter meaningful
for learners.
Caring: Showing respect to all learners and empowering them to set achievable goals while
and application of research-based best practices.
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