2007-2008 Undergraduate Academic Catalog - Plymouth State ...

Teacher EducationTeacher Education and ClinicalExperiencesCouncil of Teacher EducationDirector of Teacher Education: Irene M. CucinaDepartment of Art: William HaustDepartment of Biological Sciences: Mary Ann McGarryDepartment of Chemical, Earth, Atmospheric, and PhysicalSciences: Mary Ann McGarryDepartment of Education: Patricia A. Cantor (Chair) andC. Lynn DavisDepartment of English: Meg J. PetersenDepartment of Health and Human Performance: Louise S.McCormackDepartment of Languages and Linguistics: Barbara D.Lopez-MayhewDepartment of Mathematics: Barbara BoschmansDepartment of Music, Theatre, and Dance: Holly E. OliverDepartment of Social Science: Patrick J. MayCollege of Graduate Studies in Education: Barbara A.WirthCoordinator of Teacher Certification and Clinical Experiences:Kathy A. VestalInformation Technology Services: Dwight C. FisherLamson Library: Gary A. McCoolStudent Representative: Diane SaundersDirector of Curriculum Support (consultant): Mary E. CampbellThe Council of Teacher Education is responsible for thedevelopment, administration, revision, and evaluation ofall teacher education programs, including preservice fieldexperiences. The Council of Teacher Education is comprisedof representatives from every department offering a teachercertification program, as well as representatives fromInformation Technology Services, the Library, and the Collegeof Graduate Studies education programs. The Council workscollaboratively with the Office of Teacher Certification (OTC)and the Provost, Vice President for Academic Affairs.The Council is responsible for the dissemination and periodicassessment of the Conceptual Framework for Teacher Educationand the Diversity Framework, which represent the core attitudesand beliefs of teacher education at Plymouth State University.The Council receives input from faculty, teacher educationcandidates, public school professionals, professional advisoryboards, and professional associations. These responsibilities arein accordance with the standards of the National Association forAccreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and certificationstandards for education personnel in New Hampshire.VisionThe teacher education programs at Plymouth State Universitystrive to develop visionary educators who will take the lead intransforming education in the state, the region, and the nationto better serve all students and their families. Our vision isrooted in Plymouth State’s tradition of service, emphasizedin the University motto, “Ut Prosim—That I May Serve.” Atthe same time, we seek to anticipate and respond to changingdemographics and societal expectations by reaching intocommunities with programs that will educate and inspire.Through collaborations with area schools and communityorganizations, we aim to emphasize our shared commitmentto the education and well-being of all students. Above all, weendeavor to prepare competent and caring educators whoexemplify the qualities of Commitment, Service, Vision, andLeadership, and who, in turn, will cultivate these qualities inthe students they teach.MissionPlymouth State carries on a long-standing commitment to servecommunities, the state, and the region, by preparing thoughtful,reflective educators who envision a better future for all studentsand willingly accept the responsibilities and challenges ofleadership. Beyond the initial certification level, the Universityoffers programs in a variety of educational specialties, whichprovide educational professionals with opportunities to enhancetheir personal and professional growth and development. TheCouncil of Teacher Education builds on the University’s missionto provide learning experiences that promote understandingand respect for all people and to foster the constructive, openmindeddiscourse that is so necessary in a democracy.The professional education programs at PlymouthState University are accredited by the National Councilfor Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), 2010Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20036;phone (202) 466-7496. This accreditation covers initial teacherpreparation programs and advanced educator preparationprograms. NCATE is recognized by the U.S. Department ofEducation and the Council for Higher Education Accreditationto accredit programs for the preparation of teachers and otherschool personnel.When candidates complete all major degree and certificationrequirements, Plymouth State recommends to the state of NewHampshire that they be granted teacher certification. Graduatesare eligible for certification in approximately 47 other statesthrough reciprocal certification.Plymouth State University offers the following state-approvedand NCATE-accredited initial teacher certification programs:• Art Education (K–12)• Biology with an option in Biological Science Education(7–12)• Chemistry with an option in Chemistry Education (7–12)*• Childhood Studies with an option in General SpecialEducation Certification (K–12)220 Plymouth State University Academic Catalog 2007–2008