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School of Education - Counseling Department
Program Description The programs are intensive and comprehensive, requiring 48-57 semester hours of course work, education courses, when applicable, and applied experience. Students who take classes year-round can complete most coursework in eight terms. Additional time is required for education courses, when applicable, and to complete internship or thesis requirements. Qualified graduates interested in further training are well equipped to pursue doctoral studies at other institutions. • Evening courses are designed to meet the needs of adult students • Qualified instructors with practical, real world experience • Financial aid available Online Resources For more information, please contact: Dr. Jan Munro |
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"Teaching and Leading as an Art and a Science" The School of Education agrees that the general outcome of the teacher education program must be teaching professionals that believe and implement teaching as a blend of “Art” and “Science” as represented by the Beauty and Mechanism of the Spellmann Clock Tower… Teaching as an art because teaching is a craft that must be learned and applied in an authentic environment. Teaching as a science because it must be influenced by research and best practice for optimal student learning to be achieved... The conceptual framework for Lindenwood University Teacher Preparation Program is driven by the Mission Statement of the University and the eleven Standards for Beginning Teachers in Missouri. Eleven Standards of Teacher Education 1.2.1 Understands the teaching field; 1.2.2 Understands student development; 1.2.3 Understands diverse approaches to learning; 1.2.4 Understands curriculum performance standards; 1.2.5 Understands a variety of instructional practices; 1.2.6 Uses individual and group motivation; 1.2.7 Models effective communication; 1.2.8 Uses formal and informal assessment; 1.2.9 Is a reflective practitioner; 1.2.10 Fosters positive relationships; 1.2.11 Understand and applies technology. |


