Teacher as active agent of learning focuses on the development of teachers who are able of all students. As an active agent of learning, teachers must be critically engaged in considering and acting upon the ideals of a democratic society.

This theme reflects the multiple dimensions of the teaching and learning process. The context of learning and all of the elements that impact that context must be considered. Teacher candidtates are guided through the processes of respecting a broad definition of diversity andthe impact of that diversity on learning. We support nurturing, trusting environments in which we focus on the construction of meaning and provide alternative ways of assessing and evaluation developed most strongly in the methods and materials courses and clinical experiences of our programs. It aligns most closely with INTASC* Principles 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, and 10.