College of Education

Conceptual Framework 2006

The Conceptual Framework for Professional Education

The mission for professional education at Towson University is to inspire, educate, and prepare teachers and education specialists as facilitators of active learning for diverse and inclusive communities of learners in environments that are technologically advanced. To support this mission, the vision for professional education is to build upon its rich heritage and excellent reputation and to maintain its leadership role in academic program planning and public policy formulation. Thus, the Professional Education Unit, in collaboration with other public/private agencies, can assist in the readiness of all learners to succeed in a rapidly changing, diverse, and highly technical world. In order to achieve this mission and vision, the Professional Education Unit at Towson University is committed to the seven themes delineated below.