Illinois State University College of Education honors professional educational associations with a focus on improving the quality of teaching, learning, and leadership in our schools and universities. Central to its mission, "The College of Education will provide state and national leadership in teacher and administrator education, educational research, and educational policy." The collaborative relationship between the College of Education and each professional association is unique, reflecting the mission of each association. Shared activities include but are not limited to collaborative conferences, consulting, board and advisory committee membership, class presentations, student association support and service to student research, theses, and dissertations.
Promotes the learning of all pre-K–12 students through high-quality, evidence-based preparation and continuing education for all school personnel.
Supports and develops effective school system leaders who are dedicated to the highest quality public education for all children.
Concerned with improving the educational process by encouraging scholarly inquiry related to education and evaluation, and by promoting the dissemination and practical application of research results.
Promotes and supports in the global community the optimal education and development of children, from birth through early adolescence, and to influence the professional growth of educators and the efforts of others who are committed to the needs of children in a changing society.
Advocates for sound policies and sharing best practices to achieve the success of each learner.
Values rigorous scholarly approaches to the study of higher education and practical applications of systemic inquiry.
Devoted solely to the improvement of teacher education both for school-based and post secondary teacher educators.
Promotes and encourages a variety of cooperative efforts among Illinois State University, Heartland Community College, Bloomington School District 87, and McLean County Unit District No. 5.
Offers all Middle Level Teacher Education majors or those interested in the education of young adolescents an opportunity to interact with others interested in Middle Level Education on both a professional and social level, as well as hear guest speakers who deal with current topics concerning future middle level educators.
Dedicated to improving educational outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities, students with disabilities, and/or the gifted.
Provides a national focal point and action center for institutions, agencies, and individuals concerned with the extension and improvement of community college education.
Recruits, prepares, and mentors new teachers; creates model programs and partnerships; and encourages all teachers to attain ever-higher levels of excellence and commitment to teaching as their life's work.
Builds the capacity of educational leaders to enhance the quality of teaching and learning.
Furthers the development of pedagogically sound, socially responsible teaching and administrative practices for the teaching of English to speakers of other languages and bilingual education.
Supports school leaders in the pursuit of educational excellence through continued school improvement.
Advocates for the advancement of learning through effective educational leadership.
Promotes high levels of literacy for all by improving the quality of reading instruction, disseminating research and information about reading, and encouraging the lifetime reading habit.
Dedicated to improving the well-being of all young children, with particular focus on the quality of educational and developmental services for all children from birth through age eight.
Promotes excellence in school leadership.
Develops the professional standards that define what accomplished teachers should know and be able to do, and administers National Board Certification.
Provides leadership, service, and support for all social studies educators.
Works to advance teaching, research, and student achievement in English language arts at all scholastic levels.
Provides vision, leadership, and professional development to support teachers in ensuring mathematics learning of the highest quality for all students.
Dedicated exclusively to those committed to the educational and developmental needs of young adolescents.
Dedicated to the simultaneous renewal of schools and the institutions that prepare our teachers.
Promotes excellence and innovation in science teaching and learning for all.
Works to improve the preparation of educational leaders and promote the development of professional knowledge in school improvement and administration.
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