Purpose and Objectives for the College of Education

The College of Education has as its primary objective the preparation of teachers and instructional support personnel for all levels of education from early childhood through high school. The college presents ideal preparation for positions of responsibility and leadership in the education profession. Because the College of Education collaborates with the administrative staff and with other colleges of the university, it recognizes and accepts the responsibility for identifying, recruiting and preparing candidates who will be capable of providing education in a changing dynamic society. Therefore, the courses and field and clinical experiences are designed to develop knowledge bases, skills, and the disposition and attitude of a competent, highly qualified teacher.

The College of Education seeks to ensure the academic and fiscal integrity of the unit and continually responds to internal and external constituents. As an integral part of the total university, the College of Education strives to give all possible services to the communities of Alabama through assistance to their educational programs and related activities.