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Department of Teaching and Learning

Dr. Shirley Jacob, Department Head

The Department of Teaching and Learning of Southeastern Louisiana University is responsible for the  development of undergraduate curricula in Early Childhood Education (Grades PK-3), Elementary Education (Grades 1-5), Middle School Education (Grades 4-8) and Special Education Mild /Moderate Disabilities, and in the supervision and preparation of teachers with majors in these areas.

The Department of Teaching and Learning provides professional courses for all majors in Education and Special Education curricula.  A major role of the Department is to provide professional service and leadership to school systems within the University community.  Another function of the Department is to offer curricula and instruction leading to Masters Degrees in Curriculum and Instruction and Special Education.

 

In order to achieve its mission, the Department of Teaching and Learning strives to:

 

• Recruit and retain students who demonstrate potential for success in teaching.
  
• Enhance instruction by conducting applied research and developing innovative educational materials and techniques.
  
• Model best pedagogical practices in the classroom.
  
• Provide realistic field experience in diverse school settings.
  
• Instill in candidates appropriate professional and ethical behaviors, a desire for life-long learning, and a respect for diverse demographic and cultural backgrounds.
  
• Seek continuous improvement in the program through faculty development and continued program evaluation.   

 

   

 

COEHD Conceptual Framework

 

 

Knowledge of Learner

Content Knowledge

Strategies and Methods

Professional Standards