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Common Assumptions and Values
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Teaching and scholarship are central activities in the School of Education and each individual in the School is valued for her or his unique contributions to these activities. The School is a community whose culture allows faculty to develop scholarly interests which reflect dedication to the development of new knowledge through their interests in teaching, research, and leadership. Faculty are committed to excellence in teaching, to serving as role models of exemplary instructional practice, and to experimenting with new instructional forms and structures. Within the mission of the School of Education, courses and academic degree programs are reflective of the theory, research, and national movements within a field. |
| Faculty value the tradition and concept of shared governance, they are cognizant of the importance of clear and effective communication, and they are sensitive to their responsibilities for the quality and integrity of the university and its programs. Finally, the faculty and School serve as a primary link between The College of William and Mary and elementary and secondary schools, institutions of higher education, and human service agencies in the region. This requires an individual and collective commitment among School of Education faculty to prepare personnel; to provide expert knowledge and service through consultation, institutes, conferences, and programs; and to provide direct services to children and adults. |
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