Teacher Education, Early Childhood

Learning Objectives:
 

Number	Student Learning Outcome	How is this outcome assessed?
1	The Early Childhood Education teacher candidate is well grounded in general studies and the specific discipline areas of their field.	Praxis II examination in Early Childhood Education Professional Portfolio, Domain I Overall GPA Course Grades/GPA in GEP, Curriculum Content Courses GPA in Professional Education and Reading Education Courses Field and Clinical Evaluations
2	The Early Childhood Education teacher candidate understands the nature of child development and learning as well as the diversity that exists in families and communities and their impact on learning.	Praxis II examination in Early Childhood Education Professional Portfolio, Domain II Grades in Related Studies (Psychology/Human Development Courses) Grades/GPA in Professional Education Courses Field and Clinical Evaluations
3	The Early Childhood Education teacher candidate demonstrates sensitivities to learning contexts and environments, including the family and community, and effectively communicates with and includes parents, families, and agencies in children’s development and learning.	Praxis II examination in Early Childhood Education Praxis II, Principles of Learning and Teaching, Early Childhood Education Professional Portfolio, Domain III GPA in Professional Education and Reading Education Courses Field and Clinical Evaluations
4	The Early Childhood Education teacher candidate employs developmentally effective curriculum design, implementation, and evaluation to ensure the desired learning outcome.	Praxis II examination in Early Childhood Education Praxis II, Principles of Learning and Teaching, Early Childhood Education Professional Portfolio, Domain IV GPA in Professional Education and Reading Education Courses Field and Clinical Evaluations
5	The Early Childhood Education teacher candidate practices professionalism, adhering to ethical guidelines and professional standards of practice, engaging in continuous professional growth and development, and advocating for young children,	Praxis II examination in Early Childhood Education Praxis II, Principles of Learning and Teaching, Early Childhood Education Professional Portfolio, Domain V Field and Clinical Evaluations
1.  Column 3, "How is this outcome assessed?" may be completed if the information is available.  A fourth column will be added next year, "What are the results of the assessment of this learning outcome?"