Dispositions
“Becoming teachers who teach boldly in a changing world through an ethic of care and critical reflectionâ€
The knowledge base and candidate performance outcomes provide the framework for dispositions that the education program seeks to develop in candidates.
Responsibility
- Is punctual and consistent in attendance
- Sets appropriate priorities and meets deadlines
- Presents a growth mindset
- Demonstrates mature judgment and regulates emotions
- Takes responsibility for actions
Relationships
- Listens actively to others
- Demonstrates compassion and empathy towards others
- Promotes justice in relationships
- Willing to work with persons from a variety of perspectives and cultural/ethnic groups
- Develops collaborative, positive relationships with peers and supervisors
Scholarship and Inquiry
- Demonstrates curiosity/enthusiasm about learning
- Asks pertinent questions
- Applies knowledge in new settings or across settings
- Analyzes and evaluates information across contexts
- Considers issues from multiple perspectives
Reflective Action
- Responds well to criticism or suggestions
- Applies feedback to personal and professional growth
- Demonstrates a sound decision-making process using self-reflection as well as other inputs
- Self-assesses and evaluates progress
- Sets realistic goals grounded in reflection
