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Center for Teaching Excellence Mission, Vision and Strategic Plan

Mission

Preparing educators to foster transformative learning at GW.

Vision

Creating a vibrant community in which all GW educators collaborate, innovate, and excel in teaching and learning.

CTE Strategic Plan

Goal I -  Make the CTE a hub for all GW educators[1] 

Objective 1.1   Reach every GW educator

Objective 1.2   Increase our impact on those we reach

Goal II - Work Smarter - Increase productive collaborations 

Objective 2.1   Increase productive collaboration with units outside the CTE

Objective 2.2   Increase productive collaboration within the CTE

Image

Center for Teaching Excellence image

Our image was created by Leah Sims. The image combines symbols that represent key values of the CTE. The laurel represents excellence, the torch represents a burning desire for knowledge, and the cherry blossoms represent the city of Washington, D.C and symbolize beauty, vitality, and resilience.   

 


[1]Educators refers to faculty, staff and graduate students who teach students

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