Program Objectives

SLO1: Demonstrate breadth of content knowledge, as well as depth of content knowledge, in the selected discipline area necessary for effective instructional decision making.

UNCW Learning Goals: Foundational Knowledge, Information Literacy
NC Professional Teaching Standard III
NCATE Unit Standards: I, III

SLO2: Demonstrate a well-articulated knowledge of leadership communities, and issues that impact teaching in a high school setting.

UNCW Learning Goals: Foundational Knowledge, Inquiry, Critical Thinking, Thoughtful Expression
NC Professional Teaching Standard IV
NCATE Unit Standards: I, III, IV

SLO3: Demonstrate effective instructional practices including working with the developmental and learning needs of individuals, including adolescents with special needs and ESL/ELL populations.

UNCW Learning Goals: Foundational Knowledge, Critical Thinking, Diversity, Global Citizenship
NC Professional Teaching Standard II
NCATE Unit Standards: I, III, IV

SLO4: Establish a classroom climate conducive to the learning, social and emotional needs of adolescents.

UNCW Learning Goals: Foundational Knowledge, Critical Thinking, Diversity
NC Professional Teaching Standard II
NCATE Unit Standards: I, III, IV

SLO5: Choose objectives consistent with state and local curriculum guidelines, the learning needs of students, and guidelines established by learned societies.

UNCW Learning Goals: Foundational Knowledge, Information Literacy
NC Professional Teaching Standard III
NC Professional Teaching Standard IV
NCATE Unit Standards: I, III, IV

SLO6: Demonstrate effective teaching using appropriate assessments and evaluative procedures, positive impact on student learning, self-reflection, and appropriate professional dispositions.

UNCW Learning Goals: Foundational Knowledge, Critical Thinking
NC Professional Teaching Standard IV
NCATE Unit Standards: I, III
NC Professional Teaching Standard V
NCATE Unit Standards: I, III