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MEDU Courses:
MEDU 6610 - Teacher as Professional

(5 credits)

In this course, education professionals explore what it means to be a professional in today's diverse and changing educational landscape. They examine their values, beliefs, vision, and mission, and they explore their role in the larger context of the teaching profession. They also explore the importance of collaboration in a professional learning community and the need to advocate for Education students, other educators, and the field of education. Education professionals learn how a professional stance influences student learning. Through a written reflection, they synthesize their learning throughout the course and consider how to use this knowledge to enhance professional growth and development.

*Students may take this as a non-degree course, which means they do not have to be enrolled in a program. Contact an enrollment specialist [1-866-492-5336 (U.S.);1-443-627-7222 (toll)] for more information or visit School of Lifelong Learning for more information.