 The Mission of the College of Education at California State University, San Bernardino is to prepare education and human service professionals
for lives of leadership, service, and continual growth through the development
of curriculum and programs that transform individuals and the community.
Our core beliefs in
- the dignity and inherent worth of all people,
- diversity and multiple perspectives as essential, treasured assets,
- a collaborative teaching/learning community,
- the crucial leadership role of education professionals in promoting
positive social change fostering human development, achieving social
justice, and promoting human rights
form the foundation for our work. In collaboration with university and
P-12 colleagues, clients, students, alumni and the community-at-large,
we apply our values and beliefs in responding to evolving needs and priorities
in the schools, agencies and communities of the region we serve.
As outlined in our Conceptual Framework, we accomplish our mission through
our personal and professional commitment to practice the following behaviors,
which we model for and encourage in our students:
- develop and maintain knowledge, skills and expertise in our fields
through scholarship and reflection;
- behave ethically, responsibly and professionally;
- comprehend the specific contexts experienced by our students
and use that understanding to make instructional decisions;
- respect the experiences of various groups with whom we interact
and make concerted efforts to incorporate knowledge of and sensitivity
to those experiences in (a) professional decisions and (b) interactions
with students, colleagues and members of the broader community;
- reflect on the outcomes of our actions and make adaptations as
necessary.
Adopted by the College faculty and staff and approved by Dean Patricia
Arlin
April 22, 2008
Conceptual Framework
The Wise Professional Educator
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Possesses rich subject matter knowledge
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Applies sound judgment to professional practice
and conduct
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Applies a practical knowledge of context
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Respects multiple viewpoints
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Reflects on professional practices and follows
up with appropriate action
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