NEW YORK CITY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY
Department of Career & Technology Teacher Education

Conceptual Framework for Preparing Reflective and Caring Technical Educators for a World of Technology and Diversity At New York City College of Technology

Introduction

Our Mission as an Institution is		…To provide access to education and professional skills in an evolving technological world.

Our Mission as Urban Educators is		… To prepare professionally competent and caring technical educators for a world of technology and diversity.

We believe that		…A morally sound education must provide opportunity for every learner to reach his/her full potential; develop technological literacy, make informed career choices, and develop knowledge and skills to enter, progress and succeed in a culturally diverse and increasingly technological society.

Our Purposes and Goals are Focused on		…Preparing career-technical and technology educators who can demonstrate through their professional practices and values those competencies that promote effective learning.

Our Knowledge Base is Derived from		Pragmatist and constructivist influences Research on teaching and learning Nature of professionalism Significance of reflective practice in teaching Technological literacy for effective social participation Diversity as a social and moral imperative National, state and local content standards and best practices

Our Performance Expectations include		Demonstration of General Knowledge Demonstration of Technical Competency Demonstration of Professional Competency Demonstration of Competency in the Use of Technology Demonstration of Caring Dispositions Demonstration of Reflective Practice Demonstration of Sensitivity to Diversity

We Assess Our Performance through		Candidate Admission Criteria Candidate Performance in Field Experiences Candidate Performance in Coursework Program Completion/Graduation Data NYSTCE test score

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