Teacher Education - Northwest Christian University

Teacher Education from Northwest Christian University is a Campus Bachelor Teaching degree that prepares you for a Education career. Mission Statement Faculty partner together within an environment of learning to prepare highly qualified teachers that exude and exemplify standards of leadership, professionalism, scholarship, and faith as established within the framework of best educational practices and Christian values. Purpose Consistent with this mission of NCU, the elementary and secondary education majors are offered in a campus environment that is person- and faith-oriented. The curriculum is designed to integrate a broad Christian liberal arts academic preparation with research-based education methods and relevant field experiences in a purposeful and explicit fashion. Preparation addresses the needs and priorities of elementary and secondary schoolteachers for today and in the future. The Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission accredits the NCU teacher preparation program. Objectives Graduates of this program will: 1. Believe in the dignity and worth of each individual. 2. Be academically competent in subjects they are to teach. 3. Exemplify professional communication (speaking, writing, listening) and technology skills. 4. Realize that teaching is both an art and a science. 5. Apply a working knowledge of effective classroom management and the skills of teaching. 6. Motivate students with hands-on, action-based learning opportunities. 7. Utilize a variety of effective teaching methods which synthesize content, knowledge of children and adolescents, and an empowering learning environment. 8. Commit themselves to continuing professional growth to remain effective and the desire to pursue further study. 9. Demonstrate ethical and professional responsibilities of teachers and an understanding of the teacher?s role as a leader in the community. 10. Lead, empower, and motivate every student to enjoy learning and to continue learning for a lifetime. View more details on Northwest Christian University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Teaching courses.