CONCEPTUAL
FRAMEWORK

A conceptual framework is developed to establish the vision that underlies all efforts of the Professional Education Unit to prepare educators (teachers, counselors, and administrators) to work effectively in P-12 school settings. Additionally it articulates “the basis for coherence among all professional education programs: curricula, instruction, clinical and field experiences, assessments and evaluations” (NCATE 2000). The concepts presented in this document establish the criteria to be utilized when making decisions that affect any aspect of the educator preparation programs at Morehead State University. This document addresses the following:


  • Background information articulating the process used to revise the conceptual framework

  • Morehead State University’s Vision, Mission and Goal Statements

  • A statement clarifying the goals of the Professional Education Unit as well as the links to the MSU’s mission

  • An explanation of the conceptual framework theme with theoretical base

  • Knowledge and skill bases of the undergraduate teacher preparation programs

  • Assessment: student, program and faculty

  • Technology

  • Knowledge and skill bases of graduate education programs

Next: Background


Copies of the Conceptual Framework document are available for download as either Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat files.

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