Master of Arts in Early Childhood Education We are pleased that you have decided to pursue your graduate studies with us. The purpose of the Master of Arts in Teaching ECE Program Handbook is to outline the university courses, policies, procedures, and services related to the ECE program leading to initial teacher licensure. The faculty of National College of Education is committed to providing a rich set of experiences that will assist candidates in becoming successful teachers. We expect this handbook to be used in conjunction with information from the university faculty, academic advisors, the Graduate Catalog, and the Student Guidebook to guide teacher candidates and to make the journey through National Louis University and National College of Education valuable and memorable . The focus of the Early Childhood MAT program is on the preparation of prospective teachers who will provide learning opportunities from birth to Grade 2 with concern for them as human beings and for their unique learning styles. We want our candidates to examine learning and learners in a way that will inform instructional practices. As a result, we believe that the teachers who graduate from this program will have the tools to effect positive change, making an impact on all future diverse learners in Illinois and beyond.
National College of Education
Mission : National College of Education (NCE) is a professional community collaborating with teacher candidates, teachers, administrators and others advocating for all learners. For over one hundred and twenty-nine years, NCE has had as its mission excellence in teaching, scholarship, service, and professional development. NCE continues its history of innovative leadership in education in Chicago, the nation, and in other parts of the world. Recognizing the importance of life-long learning in a diverse, rapidly changing global society, the College is committed to developing and empowering all learners, consistent with the mission of National Louis University. Philosophy and Knowledge Base : Building on the progressive tradition of John Dewey and our founder Elizabeth Harrison, the National College of Education continues its historical commitment to student-centered education. Our research based, best practice programs fuse theory and practice and engage candidates in critical reflection and inquiry. Through our theme of advocating for all learners, NCE programs place teacher candidates and the schools they work with at the center of the educational process. Candidates actively construct meaning individually, cooperatively and collectively by integrating knowledge and experience within a community of learners. Conceptual Framework: NCE Faculty and candidates use scholarly habits of mind and methods of inquiry in order to affect P- 12 student learning by: • Envisioning, articulating, and modeling democratic and progressive education • Designing powerful learning environments that integrate appropriate technologies • Utilizing multiple meaningful assessments • Enabling self-directed learning • Working collaboratively in diverse communities and with diverse learners to achieve learning
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