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Mission:
The School of Education is dedicated to a mission of education and human services and seeks to prepare students who will become leaders in their professions.
The primary purpose of teacher education is to prepare highly qualified teachers for Texas and the nation. The goal of Texas Wesleyan University’s Teacher Education Program is to develop teachers who:
- Possess knowledge to deliver age-appropriate content;
- Possess specialized knowledge and abilities in their teaching
fields; - Communicate effectively with students, parents, and other
professionals in a range of formats; - Apply the principles of instruction and assessment in the delivery of curriculum;
- Use effective teaching practices;
- Value and encourage critical thinking and problem solving;
- Are skilled in the use of instructional technology to promote
learning; - Uphold the ethics of the teaching profession;
- Are committed to continued professional growth and
development; - Actively participate in the democratic process in school and
community affairs.
The Master’s Studies in Education program is committed to providing master’s’ level coursework in core and concentration areas and reflective opportunities for educators to develop professionally in the field of education. The master’s education programs provide a student-centered, research-based environment that enhances the candidate’s appreciation of the art and science of teaching and his or her ability to understand, implement and critically evaluate education practice.
The Doctor of Education program builds upon the best practice and leadership knowledge and skills that the candidate gained during his/her master’s degree in education or related fields and from his/her professional practice and experience developed as a leader in a learning community, with teaching experience. The successful candidate will continue to develop advanced, in-depth application, analysis and reflective problem solving ability in areas of effective educational communities, curriculum, instruction, and will strengthen the leadership skills beyond those gained at the master’s level.
It is expected that graduates of the Ed.D. program will continue to work as leaders in areas of high need in education: leaders and specialists in urban school districts, community colleges, public and private learning communities, and/or in university based research and instruction.
Counseling
The purpose of the Counseling minor is to provide students with an understanding of the substantive fields and issues of counseling as a profession. To that end, the Department of Graduate Programs in Counseling provides undergraduate students with an undergraduate Counseling education within the liberal arts tradition. The Counseling faculty endeavors to develop students who are well-versed in the critical counseling skills required in the workplace or in graduate training. Counseling faculty members encourage and demonstrate independent thought and intellectual curiosity, both in the classroom and in individual scholarly activity.
Masters in Counseling
Graduate Counseling Programs at Texas Wesleyan University provide the counseling student with opportunities to examine various theoretical models and perfect his or her counseling skills through experiences inside and outside the classroom. The program instructors act as consultants and resources to all students so that upon completion of program requirements, students are prepared to pursue licensure.
Kinesiology
The mission of the Texas Wesleyan University Department of Kinesiology (KIN) is to provide a balanced education for all students. The Exercise Science, Athletic Training, and Recreation Diving Management curricula are designed to ensure that the student emerges with solid vocational skills and is well grounded in the liberal arts tradition. The faculty is dedicated to the development of students skilled in practical and scholarly applications in the subject matter areas and individuals who are positive contributors to society. The department’s unique role in the General Education Curriculum is to build the attitudes and behavioral patterns within all Texas Wesleyan University students that are needed to live full and healthy lives.
