Purpose
COTE establishes policy and coordinates the total teacher preparation program of the institution while facilitating continuous development and improvement of teacher education. COTE serves as a liaison between the Education Department and the academic departments involved in preparing teachers.
Membership
One representative from each of the academic departments offering a teacher licensure program, the education department faculty, three persons from the local public and private school systems, and three students. The core director holds a liaison role.
Chair
Co-chaired by the chair of undergraduate teacher education and director of graduate teacher education
Reporting
Meetings
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