Mission Statement

The mission of the Department of Curriculum and Instruction is to serve the diverse people of Iowa, the Nation, and the World through discovery, learning, and engagement efforts that enhance and develop human potential through education and that promote understanding of learning, teaching, and education as disciplines.

 

Discovery

In our discovery mission, we strive:

• to conduct the highest quality research and scholarship that significantly contribute to educational theory and practice; and
• to be known locally, nationally, and internationally as a department of distinction. 

 

Learning

In our learning mission, we strive to be a recognized high quality teacher preparation program that:

• prepares highly effective teachers and educational leaders;
• prepares graduate students and post doctoral professionals who become leaders in their respective fields; and
• conducts significant ongoing research and evaluation on the process of effective teacher preparation.

 

Engagement

In our engagement mission, we strive to develop partnerships within and beyond the university that:

• enhance the quality and effectiveness of education in practice; and
• serve our discovery and learning missions.